Outdoor Living Pricing Guide

At VizX Design Studios, we approach outdoor living differently. We design the entire space, not just a patio surface. Our goal is to create an outdoor environment that functions as a true extension of the home.

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Standard Outdoor Living Spaces

Most professionally designed outdoor living spaces typically start around $55,000 and up.


Some projects may fall below this range depending on scope, layout, and site conditions, but most complete outdoor environments land above this starting point.


At VizX Design Studios, we approach outdoor living differently. We design the entire space, not just a patio surface. Our goal is to create an outdoor environment that functions as a true extension of the home.


We typically avoid steep or awkward steps directly off the back door. Instead, designs often include a larger landing area using composite decking or paver materials to improve flow, safety, and usability.


Most designs are organized around three primary outdoor zones:

  • Kitchen
  • Dining
  • Lounge


The kitchen zone may be as simple as a dedicated cooking area, but it is intentionally placed near the dining space to support how people naturally gather and entertain.


In addition to the primary zones, we frequently incorporate:


  • Integrated seating such as walls and benches.
  • Simple but intentional landscape planting.
  • Landscape lighting for safety and ambiance.
  • Drainage planning and underground piping.
  • Multiple power outlets for flexibility and future use.


Shade and weather protection are addressed early in the design process, often through pergolas or high-quality outdoor umbrellas.

Common Add-On Features and Investment Ranges

Once the core outdoor living space is defined, additional features can be layered in based on lifestyle, budget, and long-term plans.

Louvered pergolas


Outdoor speaker systems


Fire pits


Outdoor kitchens


Water features


Quality outdoor furniture

Starting around $30,000 and up.



Starting around $6,000 and up.



Starting around $3,800 and up installed.



Starting around $15,000 and up.



Starting around $4,600 and up.



Starting around $8,000 and up.

Additional Outdoor Options to Consider

Here are other commonly requested features you can include in this section.


  • Gas or wood-burning outdoor fireplaces.
  • Built-in heaters or infrared heating systems.
  • Privacy walls or architectural screens.
  • Outdoor televisions and weather-rated displays.
  • Custom lighting accents and step lighting.
  • Raised planters or architectural garden walls.
  • Storage elements such as concealed cabinetry or wood storage.
  • Drainage upgrades for sloped or low-lying properties.
  • Specialty paving such as porcelain or large-format stone.
  • Integrated bar seating or beverage stations.
  • Hot tubs or cold plunge tubs.
  • Automated lighting or audio controls.
  • Pathway and perimeter lighting extensions.

Why Ranges Matter

Outdoor living projects are highly customizable. Investment ranges vary based on materials, layout, utilities, access, and how the space integrates with the home.



Design allows these options to be evaluated intentionally rather than added reactively during construction.