Service · Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk
Outdoor living in Virginia Beach
Fire pits, outdoor kitchens and grilling stations, outdoor bars, pergolas, decks, pavilions, seating areas, fences and gates.
Planned with you on site and built together with the patio, plantings and lighting around it.
A-1 projects · Fire pit patios
What we build
Most outdoor living projects start with a solid base: a paver patio or stamped concrete.
Fire pits
Rustic stone or modern designs, with a paver or stone surround and room for seating.
Seating areas & retreats
From a small garden bench nook to a large gathering space, finished with plantings and lighting.
Fences & gates
For privacy, security, keeping pets in and defining the space.
Outdoor kitchens & grilling stations
Built-in grill surrounds, countertops and prep space for cooking outside.
Outdoor bars
As part of a patio or as a standalone feature, with serving space for guests.
Pergolas, decks & arbors
Open roofs for partial shade and climbing plants, and raised outdoor floors for dining and relaxing.
Pavilions
Covered structures with a solid roof for shade and shelter from rain.
Planning your space
A good outdoor room starts with how you will use it: quiet evenings for two, family dinners or big gatherings need different sizes and layouts.
What outdoor living costs
It depends on what you build, how big it is and the materials. A fire pit with a small seating area is a modest project; a covered pavilion with an outdoor kitchen, bar and lighting is a major one, so we do not quote over the phone. Every estimate is free and done on site.
- The size of the space and the number of features
- Stone, pavers, concrete, wood, composite or metal
- Roofed structures and their foundations
- Gas, electric and water connections
- The patio or base work underneath
- Permits, HOA approval and site access
From idea to first evening out
A few days
A fire pit or seating area can often be built in a few days. Kitchens, decks and pavilions take longer. You get a clear timeline with your written estimate.
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Look and lay out
We look at the space, sun and shade, access and where utilities are, then lay out the features and materials in a written estimate.
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Base and structures
We build the patio or foundations first, then the fire pit, kitchen or structure, supervised by the owner.
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Finish and clean up
We add the details, plantings and lighting around the space, and leave it clean and ready for your first evening outside.
Common questions
Should I choose a wood-burning or a gas fire pit?
A wood-burning fire pit gives real crackle and smell and costs less to build. A gas fire pit starts with the turn of a knob and makes no smoke or ash, but needs a gas line. Both need a safe location away from the house, trees and fences; check your city’s rules on open fires.
What is the difference between a pergola and a pavilion?
A pergola has an open, slatted roof that gives partial shade and lets air through. A pavilion has a solid roof that blocks sun and rain completely. Pavilions are larger projects with stronger foundations.
Which materials hold up near the coast?
Salt air, humidity and storms are hard on outdoor materials. Stone, pavers and concrete hold up well. For kitchens and grill surrounds, marine-grade stainless steel resists rust far better than standard steel. For decks, pressure-treated wood costs less, while composite decking needs less upkeep.
Do I need a permit for a deck, pergola or pavilion?
Often, yes. Permit rules depend on the size and type of structure and on your city, and many neighborhoods also need HOA approval. We go over what your project needs before work starts.
Free on-site estimate
Get a free outdoor living estimate
Tell us how you would like to use your yard and we will come take a look. Open Monday to Friday 7 AM–5 PM and Saturday 7 AM–1 PM.