Outdoor Living Spaces
by First State Building & Design

Your backyard should be more than just an open space—it should be a true extension of your home. At First State Building & Design, we specialize in creating custom outdoor living spaces that combine comfort, beauty, and function. From patios and porches to pools, decks, and sunrooms, we bring your vision to life with expert design and quality craftsmanship.

Elevate Your Home With Outdoor Living

Outdoor living isn’t just a trend—it’s a lifestyle. A thoughtfully designed outdoor space allows you to enjoy nature, entertain friends, and relax with family all year long. Whether you’re dreaming of cozy evenings around a fire pit, summer barbecues on a custom patio, or quiet mornings in a sunroom, our team will help you design a space that fits seamlessly into your home and lifestyle.

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The Value of a Custom Outdoor Living Space

A professionally designed outdoor living space doesn’t just improve your day-to-day life—it enhances your home’s value and curb appeal. These spaces:

  • Expand your usable square footage
  • Create areas for entertaining and relaxation
  • Improve property value and marketability
  • Enhance the beauty of your landscaping and exterior architecture

At First State Building & Design, we use durable, low-maintenance materials and proven construction techniques to ensure your investment lasts for years to come.

Outdoor Living Spaces We Design & Build

Whether you want a classic paver patio, a modern hardscape with clean lines, or a natural flagstone retreat, we’ll help you create the perfect setting. Combine your patio with complementary features like fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and decorative walls for a truly custom outdoor living space that reflects your style.

A patio is the foundation of outdoor living. Our team designs and installs paver, stone, and concrete patios, complemented by fire pits, outdoor kitchens, walkways, and retaining walls.

Enjoy elevated views and multi-functional entertaining with a custom deck. We design and build composite, wood, and mixed-material decks—straight or curved, single or multi-level.

From covered entry porches to wraparound designs, we create welcoming and functional spaces that add charm and livability to your home.

Bring the outdoors in with a sunroom designed for year-round comfort. Enjoy natural light and outdoor views without worrying about weather or pests.

Turn your backyard into a resort with a custom-designed pool. Whether paired with decking, patios, or landscaping, our pool designs combine fun, relaxation, and long-term value.

Outdoor Kitchens & Dining Spaces

Expand your cooking and dining areas outdoors with custom kitchens featuring built-in grills, counters, and storage. Pair with a patio or deck for the ultimate entertaining hub.

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Why Homeowners Choose First State Building & Design

We’re not just builders—we’re partners in bringing your vision to life. With more than two decades of experience in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland, First State Building & Design has become a trusted name for outdoor living design.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Comprehensive Design-Build Services: We handle everything from the first sketch to the final installation.
  • High-Quality Materials: Durable, weather-resistant products for long-lasting beauty and performance.
  • Custom Solutions: Every space is tailored to your home, lifestyle, and budget.
  • Transparent Communication: Clear estimates, reliable updates, and professional project management.
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The First State Building & Design Process: Dream • Design • Build

We are a bona-fide full-service design and build company. First State Building & Design, designs, remodels, builds and installs it all: from stunning exteriors – basic decks, full-blown outdoor living spaces, hardscaping, porches, entrance porticos to inspiring interiors – kitchens, bathrooms, basements and other interior living spaces. We take pride in our work – our workmanship matters and our customers matter. Our commitment to provide quality workmanship along with creating a great customer experience begins with our simple 3-step process to remodel your home.

Step 1 – Dream

Every great project starts with a vision. During the initial consultation, our team works closely with you to understand your goals, style, and lifestyle needs. From layouts to material selections, we’ll translate your vision to create a personalized design plan that reflects your home and your dreams.

Step 2 – Design

This is where your ideas come to life. Our talented design team will refine your vision, further develop the details, provide realistic visuals, and ensure the project aligns with your budget and timeline. Our goal is to make the design and planning stage inspiring —so you can clearly see and feel the potential of your new curated space.

Step 3 – Build

With your design finalized, our expert craftsmen then masterfully execute the build to bring it to reality. We manage every step of construction with precision, clear communication, and respect for your home. The result: a stunning, functional curated space built to last.

We are the go-to experts for all of your exterior and interior needs. Our simple 3-step Dream, Design, Build process alleviates the hassle, headaches and stress of remodeling. We are a one-stop shop that provides a personalized approach and  guides you every step of the way from design to build. We manage the entire process from start to finish!

We Provide Quality Workmanship And A Quality Experience

Explore Our Outdoor Living Portfolio

Our commitment to quality, seamless process and personalized approach is what sets us apart. From concept to completion, we prioritize craftsmanship, communication and customer satisfaction. Our years of expertise, family-driven values and full-service capabilities, delivers an experience that homeowners trust.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Outdoor Living

We design and build patios, decks, porches, pools, sunrooms, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and more.

Costs vary by project type, size, and materials. We provide a detailed estimate after your consultation.

Yes. We are a full-service design-build company, meaning we manage your project from concept to completion.

Timelines vary depending on project type. Patios, decks, sunroom, porches may take anywhere from 4 - 8 weeks, depending on the size and scope of the project, while pools typically have a more extended timeline. We’ll provide a clear timeline before we begin.

Absolutely. Many clients choose to integrate multiple elements into one cohesive outdoor living design.

Yes. We work with trusted partners to provide flexible financing options for qualified homeowners.

We serve homeowners across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland—including Chester County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Bucks County, New Castle County, and Cecil County.

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Ready to transform your outdoor space?

Bring your backyard vision to life with a custom outdoor living space by First State Building & Design. From small upgrades to complete backyard makeovers, we deliver spaces where memories are made and curb appeal and enjoyment shines.

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Hours of Operation

Monday thru Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed

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258 Wilmington Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317

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