Outdoor design and build · Knoxville, TN

Your outdoor life,
elevated.

Patios, retaining walls, fire features, outdoor kitchens, and covered spaces designed around East Tennessee terrain. Slope, drainage, soil, and elevation are evaluated before construction, not after.

25+Projects done
5.0Google rating
BC83591TN GC license
  • TN Licensed GC BC83591
  • Bonded & Insured
  • 5-Star Rated
  • Knoxville Based
  • Free Estimates
Why it matters

Designed for
the terrain.

Outdoor construction on a hillside is a drainage and structure problem before it is a design problem. Our process evaluates your property first: slope analysis, grading and drainage planning, wall positioning, and material selection. Then we build it with the crew that owns the excavation and concrete.

The result is a space that looks like it belongs on your lot and holds up through every season.

What's included

Outdoor Living
done right

  • Patios and pool surroundsConcrete, paver, or stone
  • Retaining wallsBlock, stone, or poured, engineered for the load
  • Fire pits and fireplacesGas or wood, properly vented
  • Outdoor kitchensFramed, finished, utilities coordinated
  • Covered structuresPavilions, pergolas, covered porches
  • Grading, drainage, and lightingSo it all works together
How it works

Four steps,
in order

01

Site evaluation

Slope, drainage, access, and how you actually want to use the space.

02

Design and proposal

Layout, materials, and an itemized estimate with a timeline.

03

Build

Grading, walls, hardscape, structures, and finish, in the right order.

04

Walkthrough

Every detail checked together before we call it done.

Recent work

On the job

Outdoor living · Farragut
Outdoor living · Farragut
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Featured build

Project Oasis

A full backyard transformation in West Knoxville: an underused yard turned into a resort-style outdoor space built for relaxing, playing, and hosting.

  • Resort-style in-ground pool with sun shelf and integrated lighting
  • Custom seating area with natural stone pavers and shaded pergola
  • Half-court basketball with performance surfacing and striping
  • Multi-level composite decking tying indoor and outdoor living together
  • Outdoor kitchen with built-in grill, fridge, sink, and prep island
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Project Oasis · West Knoxville
Questions

Outdoor Living
FAQ

Serving Knoxville, Farragut, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Alcoa and all of East Tennessee.

Can you build on a steep backyard?

Yes. Retaining walls, terracing, and drainage are our starting point, not an add-on. Steep lots are most of what we do.

Do you do design or only construction?

Both. Our design process covers site evaluation, layout, wall positioning, and material selection before we build.

Paver or concrete patio?

Concrete is faster and more cost-effective with stamped and exposed options. Pavers offer more pattern variety and easier spot repairs. We price both at your consult.

Can you add an outdoor kitchen to my existing patio?

Yes, as long as the existing slab is sound. We inspect it first and tell you honestly.

Free estimate

Let's talk
outdoor living.

Tell us about the project. We visit the site, listen first, and hand you a clear written number.

  • Free on-site or phone consultation
  • Clear, itemized written estimate
  • Response within one business day
  • Licensed, bonded and insured crew
  • Preston personally oversees every job
Prefer to call or text?(865) 696-6120Mon to Fri 7am to 6pm. Sat 8am to 4pm.

We respond within one business day. No pressure, no obligation.

Request received

Preston will reach out within one business day to talk through your project. Need us sooner?

Call (865) 696-6120

Don't settle
for ordinary.

Knoxville's boldest builder is one call away. Free consultation, no pressure, bold results.

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