Pool and Hot Tub with stone patio and stone wall

The best memories are made outdoors

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Established in 2005

Stone patio fireplace with patio pavilion and paver patio

Patio Projects

Gunite pool with hot tub and stone patio and pool decking

Pool Projects

What we do

Thoughtfully created patios and swimming pools for homeowners throughout Richmond and Central Virginia.

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Outdoor living space with gas fireplace, pavilion, and outdoor television

The Outdoor Dreams Difference

What sets our projects apart

Comprehensive Service

We take a holistic approach to every project and provide turn-key service to ensure that you are left with an outdoor space that is immediately ready to enjoy. No dealing with multiple contractors—we handle everything.

Consistent Process

Active Design Method

Project Financing Available

Superior Engineering & Lifetime Structural Warranty

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Our Process

Open backyard patio with pergola and fireplace entertainment area

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Christmas time outdoor living space in front of a stone fireplace

Backyard patio decorated for the holidays with a stone fire place and mantel.

Elf on the shelf sitting on outdoor fireplace mantle

Backyard Patio with Christmas tree and fireplace mantel

Poinsettias and Christmas presents on a backyard patio

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Patios, Pools and more

What we make

We design and build projects that consist of natural stone or paver patios, decks, porches, swimming pools, fire pits and fireplaces, outdoor kitchens and grill islands, pergolas and pavilions, landscaping, and outdoor lighting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Step down into a backyard patio hardscaped with pavers, built-in fire pit with retaining wall benches

Beautifully designed outdoor space with pergola and fire pit

Backyard pavilion entertainment area featuring a stone wall to house the TV and fireplace

Backyard pool in front of an outdoor fireplace and pergola

Landscaped backyard with pavers built around a fire pit

Outdoor composite grey/brown deck with cream railings

Outdoor space featuring a kitchen under a pergola, fireplace and fiberglass pool.

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What former clients have to say

We’ve had the privilege of helping some incredible people make their outdoor dream a reality.

The entire crew was a pleasure to work with and I wouldn’t hesitate to call them again. We had add-ons to the project and all of that was handled seamlessly.

Mark H.

Mechanicsville, VA

Their attention to detail is superb. Greg listens to all your ideas and delivers a design that is truly a dream. Geoff and his crew have a fantastic eye for detail. Professional and hardworking. You will see the results. Job well done!

Cassie M.

Richmond City, VA

Super professional, always on time, kept us informed where they were at in the project, and willing to take the time to explain anything we had questions about.

Sarah R.

Mechanicsville, VA

Our experience with Outdoor Dreams has been fantastic! We contracted them to do a backyard remodel and I am extremely satisfied with the process and results. Mike with Outdoor Dreams listened to our ideas and helped us design the backyard of our dreams... literally!

Tenaja L.

Chesterfield, VA

Outdoor Dreams is a first-class business. They care about getting everything just right so that your investment is well worth it. I cannot recommend them enough.

Ron S.

Richmond City (Church Hill)

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