Custom Outdoor Living Spaces in Central New Jersey
The homes we enjoy the most are the ones where inside and outside connect, where the backyard becomes a real extension of the living space rather than just grass you mow on weekends. Red Maple Landscapes designs outdoor living spaces in Central New Jersey that help homeowners build exactly that.
We design and build complete outdoor living spaces: patios, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, pergolas, seating walls, and landscape lighting integrated together as a single, cohesive design. Every element is chosen and positioned to work with how you actually want to use the space.
Most complete outdoor living projects begin around $14,000. Complex builds with outdoor kitchens, pergola structures, and integrated lighting often range from $30,000 to $60,000 or more. We’ll give you a clear written proposal after your consultation so the investment is fully transparent before you make any decision.
Outdoor Living Features We Design & Build
Outdoor Kitchens
Built-in grills, countertops, refrigeration, and prep areas designed for Central NJ weather. We use materials that hold up through freeze thaw cycles and don’t require constant maintenance to look good.
Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces
Fire features extend your season by weeks and change the way a space feels at night. We build wood burning and gas fire pits, as well as masonry outdoor fireplaces, depending on the scale of your project.
Pergolas & Shade Structures
A pergola gives structure to an outdoor space and creates a sense of enclosure without blocking light. We build custom pergola structures in aluminum, vinyl, and wood, sized and positioned for your specific patio footprint.
Seating Walls & Raised Planters
Built in seating walls double as low retaining walls, define the edges of a patio, and eliminate the clutter of separate furniture. Raised planters add greenery at a height that integrates naturally with the hardscape design.
║Patio Installation ║ Walkway Installation ║ Retaining Walls ║ Outdoor Living Spaces ║ Drainage Solutions ║ Grading & Regrading ║ Fence Installation║
║Lawn Care & Maintenance║Mulching & Planting║Sod Installation║Seasonal Cleanup║Commercial Services║Lawn Care & Maintenance║Mulching & Planting║Sod Installation║Seasonal Cleanup║Commercial Services║
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS, OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES NJ
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen in NJ?
In most NJ municipalities, an outdoor kitchen with gas line, electrical, or plumbing connections requires a permit, since it involves utility work and sometimes a structure. We research the specific requirements for your town and handle permit applications as part of the project.
Can outdoor living spaces be built in phases?
Yes. We frequently design a complete outdoor living plan and build it in phases as budget allows, patio and core hardscape first, then the kitchen or fire feature in a following year. Designing the full plan upfront, even if construction is phased, ensures later additions integrate seamlessly rather than looking like afterthoughts.
How do you decide where to place a pergola for the best shade?
We consider the sun’s path across your specific property through the seasons, the sun angle in July is very different from October. A pergola oriented and sized correctly provides shade during the hours you’ll actually be using the space, typically afternoon and early evening. We also consider sightlines from the house and how the structure relates to the rest of the layout.
What’s the most popular outdoor living feature you install?
Fire pits are the most commonly requested single feature, they extend the usable season into fall and create a natural gathering point at a relatively modest cost compared to a full kitchen. Outdoor kitchens are the highest-investment feature and the one that most transforms how a family uses their backyard for entertaining.
Serving Central New Jersey Homeowners
We design and build outdoor living spaces throughout Somerset and Union County, North Plainfield, Watchung, Scotch Plains, Bridgewater, Fanwood, Westfield, Green Brook, and surrounding communities. If you’re ready to make your backyard a space you actually use, we’d love to talk.