How long does it take to build an outdoor living space?

Most projects take 4–8 weeks from breaking ground to final cleanup. That includes time for design, permits, materials, and construction. Larger or more complex projects (like custom outdoor kitchens or fireplace areas) can take a bit longer. We always give you a timeline up front and we stick to it.

Can I use my outdoor living space year-round in Coppell?

Yes! With the right setup, absolutely. We design outdoor rooms with features like covered areas, ceiling fans, fire pits, and even patio heaters. Our climate here in Coppell gives us more sunny days than most, so we make sure you can enjoy them all in comfort.

Do I need a permit for an outdoor space in Coppell?

Usually, yes. The City of Coppell requires permits for certain outdoor additions like decks, pergolas, or plumbing installations for outdoor kitchens. But don’t worry, we take care of all that. We know the local rules and have experience working with city officials to get everything approved quickly.

Can I customize the design to match my house?

Of course! Every element from stone finishes to furniture layout to string lighting can be tailored to match your home’s style and your personal taste. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all outdoor spaces. You get a custom design that fits your home, your lifestyle, and your dreams.

Outdoor Living Spaces in Prosper, TX

Most Prosper backyards have the room to become a second living room, and building outdoor living spaces in Prosper, TX is how that room finally gets used.

Backyards Built for the Way Prosper Lives Outside

Think about how much of the Texas year is comfortable enough to spend outside if you have shade, a place to cook, and somewhere to sit after dark. That is most of it. The problem for a lot of Prosper homeowners is not desire, it is that a bare lawn gives you nowhere to actually be.

We change that. A covered patio, an outdoor kitchen, a pergola over a dining area, a firepit ringed with seating, these are the pieces that turn acreage into a place your family chooses over the couch.

We are MCM Outdoor Living, part of McKinley Construction Management, and we have designed and built more than 500 backyards across DFW since 2017. Because our own crews handle hardscaping, carpentry, kitchens, and landscape, the finished space reads as one design instead of four contractors’ worth of compromises.

Prosper’s larger lots and fast-growing neighborhoods give us real canvas to work with, and the clay soil and hot summers here shape how we build, from patio bases that resist heaving to structures sited for afternoon shade.

Why Prosper Homeowners Build With MCM Outdoor Living

Spaces We Have Designed and Built

A short look at covered patios, kitchens, pergolas, and full backyard transformations we have completed for families around Prosper and the surrounding area.

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5-star Google reviews

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How Prosper Homeowners Describe the Result

Ask a family that finally has a real outdoor space and they tend to talk less about the patio itself and more about the evenings it gave them back.

Rated 5 out of 5

MCM Outdoor Living took on a project no one else was willing to do—recessing a swim spa and hot tub into an underground vault.

They patiently worked through permitting challenges, stayed responsive despite weather delays, and never made me feel like my project wasn’t a priority.

Anytime I had a concern, they came back promptly and resolved it without issue. I couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend them for any complex outdoor project.

Jessica Scharle

Let's Talk About Budget

An outdoor living space can be a single covered patio or a full backyard build with a kitchen, water feature, and lighting, so cost tracks closely with scope. Complete outdoor living projects with us generally run $30,000 to $100,000 and up. It helps to see the building blocks:

Element	Typical Range
Paver patio (about 10x20)	$6,800 to $7,200
Covered patio addition	around $15,000
Cedar pergola (about 24x11)	around $22,000
Outdoor kitchen	starting around $13,000 to $15,000
Firepit	from $4,500
Outdoor lighting package	around $3,500

We will price your space around the pieces you actually want, and put a real number in front of you before any commitment.

From Idea to Finished Yard

Listen and sketch

We start with how you want to use the yard, then design to your lot and budget.

Detail the plan

Materials, layout, shade, and flow get settled on paper so there are no surprises later.

Build in sequence

Our crews run hardscape, structures, kitchen, and planting on one coordinated schedule.

Finish and support

We hand over a complete space and stay available with lifetime client support.

What Makes Ours Different

Everything under one roof

You are not the general contractor. We coordinate every trade so the patio, pergola, and plantings actually belong together.

Materials that hold up

As Belgard and Techo-Pro certified installers, we build patios and walls engineered for North Texas ground movement.

A schedule you can count on

The three-month completion guarantee, backed by $5,000, applies here just as it does on our pools.

Flexible ways to pay

Prequalify with no credit impact and finance up to $300,000 if you would rather spread the cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as an outdoor living space?

It can be as focused as a covered patio and firepit or as complete as a kitchen, pergola, water feature, lighting, and landscaping. We build to whatever mix fits your yard and how you like to spend time outside.

Do these projects need a permit in Prosper?

Structures, electrical, gas lines, and plumbing typically do, and requirements run through the Town of Prosper Building Inspections division. We handle permitting and inspections as part of the job.

Can you work with my existing patio or pool?

Yes. We often build around a slab or pool that is already there, tying the new elements into what you have so it looks like it was all planned together.

How do you handle shade in the Texas heat?

Shade is central to a usable Texas backyard, so we plan pergolas, covered structures, and orientation around the afternoon sun rather than adding cover as an afterthought.

How long does a full outdoor living build take?

Most projects wrap within three months, and that timeline is covered by our written guarantee.

Will the different elements match?

That is the advantage of one team designing the whole space. Materials, colors, and proportions are chosen together, so nothing looks bolted on.

Map Your Prosper Outdoor Space This Season

Cody McKinley

The best outdoor spaces start with a plan, and ours starts with a conversation about how you want the yard to feel. See the full range of our outdoor living spaces and browse a few design ideas, then let us build one for your Prosper home. Call us at (469) 583-6213 or contact us here.

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Prosper has become one of the fastest-growing communities in North Texas, drawing families to its larger residential lots and its reputation for a small-town feel just half an hour from Dallas. Those roomy backyards, paired with a climate that keeps people outdoors much of the year, make outdoor living a natural fit here, from shaded patios in Windsong Ranch to full backyard builds across town. Local happenings are easy to follow through the Prosper Chamber of Commerce, and construction guidelines are published by the Town of Prosper.