You can read about craftsmanship all day, but nothing builds confidence like seeing the work. This gallery is where Cedar & Stone comes to life: the lines of a clean deck reveal themselves at golden hour, a patio becomes the place everyone naturally gathers, and a fire feature turns “maybe we’ll stay out a little longer” into “let’s make another round.”
If you’re planning an outdoor upgrade around Lake Tahoe, consider this page your inspiration board—plus a practical way to figure out what you like (and what you don’t) before we talk.
Browse by the way you live outside
Your backyard isn’t a showroom. It’s where summer mornings start, where kids and dogs loop the yard on repeat, where friends end up after skiing, and where a quiet Tuesday deserves a good chair and a view. The best designs support those moments.
As you scroll through our projects, look for the function behind the beauty:
- Decks that feel like a natural extension of the home—room to lounge, dine, circulate, and still keep the sightlines to the view.
- Patios that anchor the property—solid underfoot, easy to live on, and proportioned to the scale of the house and landscape.
- Fire pits and fire features that create a focal point—warmth, glow, and a reason to linger when the air turns crisp.
- Pergolas and shade structures that make the space usable longer—defined zones without closing off the sky.
- Outdoor lighting that’s subtle, not harsh—guiding steps, highlighting textures, and making the space feel inviting after dark.
- Smaller outdoor kitchens and serving zones that keep you outside—simple, efficient layouts that support entertaining without turning the patio into a restaurant.
If a photo makes you stop, that’s useful information. Screenshot it. Circle what you like. We’ll use those cues to design something that fits your home and the way you actually spend time outdoors.
What to notice in the details (the difference is in the build)
High-end outdoor living isn’t just about a nice finish—it’s about how everything comes together. The projects you’ll see here are designed to look right from every angle and feel good to use every day.
Here are a few details worth paying attention to as you browse:
Flow and zoning. Great spaces guide you naturally—cooking to dining to lounging to fire—without feeling chopped up.
Edges, transitions, and alignment. Clean corners. Intentional steps. Thoughtful transitions between materials. These are the quiet signals of careful planning.
Comfort at Tahoe elevations. Sun, wind, cool evenings, and seasonal changes shape how a space should work. The best projects anticipate those shifts so the backyard stays enjoyable beyond a few perfect weeks.
Lighting that feels like a mood, not a spotlight. The right illumination makes the whole property feel calmer and more refined—especially around paths, seating, and outdoor gathering areas.
When you’re ready, we can talk through which elements matter most to you and what kind of “everyday use” your space needs to handle.
Use this gallery to make decisions faster
Most homeowners come to a project conversation with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. That’s normal. A good gallery should help you narrow choices and walk into the next step with clarity.
Here’s how to use this page like a pro:
- Pick 3–5 images that feel closest to your ideal outdoor vibe.
- Note what you’re responding to: the layout, the materials, the lighting, the fire feature, the pergola presence, the level of privacy, or the overall simplicity.
- Decide what the project needs to do (host a crowd, be low-maintenance, create a quiet retreat, improve nighttime use, etc.).
Bring those notes to us. You don’t need the perfect vocabulary—we’ll translate your preferences into a plan that fits your property.
Looking for the right next step?
If you’ve found a few projects that feel like “yes, that’s it,” we’re ready when you are.
Send us the photos you love (screenshots are perfect) and tell us a little about your space—what you want to add, what you want to fix, and how you want the yard to feel when it’s done.
From there, we’ll point you to the best next stop depending on what you need:
- Services for a clear view of what we build (and where your project fits)
- About to get a sense of our approach and what it’s like to work with us
- Contact to start the conversation and share your inspiration
When you’re ready, reach out—and let’s build an outdoor space that makes you want to stay outside longer.