This San Diego backyard was ready for a transformation. The homeowners had the space, but they weren’t really living in it—not the way they wanted to, anyway. They dreamed of something that could handle both blazing summer afternoons and cool evening gatherings, a space that felt like an extension of their home.

We at Evergreen designed a custom louvered pergola system that changes everything. Those adjustable blades mean they control exactly how much sun or shade they want, any time of day. Morning coffee with dappled light? Done. Afternoon shade while the kids play on that perfect green lawn? Easy. And when the San Diego sunsets start painting the sky, they can open it up completely and enjoy the show.

The sleek black framework isn’t just striking—it’s engineered to last, powder-coated to handle whatever the California weather throws at it. We extended the coverage across multiple zones, creating distinct areas for lounging, dining, and entertaining. That brick chimney, which used to feel a bit lost, now anchors the whole design beautifully.

Our crew worked through every detail, from the clean concrete patio base to the integrated lighting that makes evening gatherings magical. We even coordinated with their landscaping to make sure everything flowed together. That’s what we build for at Evergreen—spaces that don’t just look incredible, but that genuinely change how our clients live.