Live, relax, entertain! Christine Markatos Design makes your outdoors as inviting as your indoors; where style meets serenity, and every gathering feels unforgettable. Our specialty is crafting outdoor spaces that embody luxury and ease. Whether through complete transformations or refined upgrades in furnishings, lighting, and finishes, we design exterior rooms that elevate the everyday into an extraordinary living experience. We curate bespoke outdoor living environments from backyards and loggias to expansive terraces, our designs blend timeless beauty with modern sophistication, transforming exteriors into exquisite rooms for gathering, entertaining, and retreat. From custom outdoor kitchens designed for weekend entertainment to terraces remodeled for peaceful morning coffee, every project is tailored to reflect your lifestyle. Our expertise in hardscape design ensures each detail whether stonework, pathways, or seating comes together in a seamless, inviting whole.

Outdoor Living Renovation 

When starting to plan your outdoor living space renovation, it’s important to think of it as an extension of the rest of your home, so materials and the style of the furnishings should be in line with your interiors. Consider before starting your renovation the various functions you need the space to serve; from outdoor dining to areas for kids to play and everything in between. Your main hardscape material should work well with the other materials used on the exterior of your home. Then build upon those choices with complementary materials for areas like the BBQ or a Firepit to create contrasts. Lastly consider furniture planning to maximize seating and optimize views.

Outdoor Kitchens 

Creating your dream outdoor kitchen might just be the ultimate outdoor living space renovation to turn your back yard from ordinary to extraordinary. Be sure to think about all the details; select a countertop material that will be durable and beautiful,  the perfect size grill, and consider bar seating if there is space. Don’t forget to consider the elements as well, so be sure you have enough shade overhead and possibly a ceiling fan, and ample lighting so you can see when you’re cooking at night!

Since 2005, Christine Markatos Design has established relationships with high-profile clients and earned the attention of many esteemed publications, namely Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine, House Beautiful, The Wall Street Journal, Domino, and The Los Angeles Times.

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