Transformations

No job is too big for the team at Aussie Outdoor Leaving. Featuring a monster of an outdoor living and entertaining area. A combination pergola which covers over 100sqm of space! The massive 8.0 m x 5.5 m polycarbonate gable provides ample sunlight to the whole area and adjoining rooms to the home as well as added height for air flow. Insulated sloping section with LED down lights, stainless steel fans also cools the whole area down offering great insulation qualities. Beautiful 150 x 150 mm aluminium posts with the timber-look finish blend in nicely with the existing hardwood deck.

What a difference using the right materials makes! Our clients in Lane Cove had built a polycarbonate pergola which made the area extremely hot in summer and was not suited to their leafy location and aspect. The spotted gum deck had started to cup, warp and fade. With no other option to replace the entire thing! We utilised as much as space as we could which maximised their indoor/outdoor living and entertaining area.

Using an insulated roof pergola we were able to angle and span the whole area and add extra insulation which will cool that whole end of the house down. A beautiful aluminium deck was fitted so they had a seamless transition from indoor to out, aluminium screening for privacy and a double sided aluminium clad wall for their new BBQ to go against. Also fitted on all 5 sides were electric blinds which turns the whole area into a comfortable and usable room all year round!

Working with a brand new house gives us a completely blank canvas to work with! A beautiful and massive insulated pavilion roof with an aluminium deck, stainless steel wire hand railing with an aluminium top rail, a double sided aluminium clad wall, with aluminium slatted privacy screening mounted above to add further weather protection and privacy to their new outdoor area.

“We decided to go with Aussie Outdoor Living because their pergolas didn’t look like rough cheap carports. The look is so streamlined especially as there are no bolts visible and all ends are capped off beautifully. At first we thought we’d have to compromise a lot as it was a complicated area to fit out but Chris and Matt designed it to suit all our needs, we got everything we asked for! Their service has been absolutely wonderful from beginning to end. We would highly recommend Aussie Outdoor Living without any hesitation.”

“Being new to Australia we didn’t know where to find a decent company to completely redesign and rebuild our outdoor living area. Many firms were disinterested in our project and had an ‘it’s all too difficult’ attitude. Chris from Aussie Outdoor Living was different. He was friendly and enthusiastic with a ‘can do’ attitude about our Job from the onset and helped us with design ideas and tips. Unlike other companies, he also said he could supply and fit our new glass pool fence. Ben and Brad, the two carpenters who undertook most of the work were an absolute pleasure to have onsite for four weeks. They were good-natured and courteous and nothing was too much trouble for them. They were perfectionists who took real pride in their work. The whole team at Aussie Outdoor Living from Chris the owner, to Matt the Construction Manager and the boys who do the actual building work were fantastic from start to finish. They’re genuinely nice guys and I can’t thank them enough for transforming my pool area. Chris promised me the wow factor and he delivered it. I thoroughly recommend this company.”

A beautiful before and after project for our lovely clients in Lindfield. A complete outdoor living and entertaining area that they can use any day of the year. A large insulated pavilion roof with LED down lights, fans and heaters with an aluminium decking which requires no maintenance. Featuring frame less glass pool fencing which opens the whole area up and doesn’t limit any views of the beautiful pool and grounds.

One of the last projects completed for 2016, with our clients being able to enjoy their new custom designed and built outdoor living and entertaining area over the Christmas break.

Featuring an aluminium framed Alfresco Pavilion, Aluminium decking boards, cladded wall and screening, and a small section of railing on one end. We also created a quaint landing for the front of the property using aluminium decking, posts, stairs, screening and a Pavilion.

Our client in Glenhaven was getting so sick of leaves from close by trees getting into their pool. This would have to be one the largest polycarbonate gable’s we have designed and built, and especially being over a large pool! Fitted with electric blinds all the way round, they offer excellent privacy and weather protection. Once it was all completed, not a single leaf has been seen

Our clients Craig & Sue from Dural were after a more weather protected and stylish update to their outdoor living and entertaining area. Featuring an expansive gable roof with polycarbonate roofing and two electric blinds, they now have an area that exceeded expectations and they find they’re spending much more time in their new area then they did before! What a transformation!!

WINNER FOR THE 2016 HILLS BUILDING AND DESIGN AWARDS

“Aussie Outdoor Living has transformed our outdoor area by installing an aluminium deck and pergola to the point that after 4 months we are still in awe of the transformation.

From our first meeting at our home to the final conclusion we were constantly reassured by a highly professional, friendly and talented team. From the initial design from Chris, to a visit to the show room to help visualise the potential and through to the construction we have not had a more satisfying experience from a builder.
We were especially impressed with the building team. Ever polite, they arrived on time, always left the site clean and tidy and had an attitude that nothing we asked for was a problem. They are true craftsman who are proud of their work and believe in producing the highest quality while actually making the experience enjoyable for the client.”

FINALIST FOR THE 2016 HILLS BUILDING AND DESIGN AWARDS

Our clients Grant & Michelle wanted a total backyard revamp, removing the old, replacing with new. We did just that, plus more. We’ve added lifestyle, a relaxing haven, the entertainers dream, a place for the kids to play or a boys night in watching the footy on the big screen next to the BBQ.

Offering the ULTIMATE outdoor living package offered by the team at Aussie Outdoor Living; A massive combination pergola with a timber framed deck laid with aluminium decking boards. Theres also screening, glass railing, a slatted gate, fans, heaters, lights, LED’s, outdoor BBQ, a wall mounted TV.

“Aussie Outdoor Living replaced my old balcony. It was rotted and needed replacing but for over a year we tried to find someone that could get through the council paperwork and build something that we wanted. Chris from Aussie was the only person who understood our requirements to build a sustainable maintenance free balcony that looked good and would stand the depths of time. The team organised plans, council approval, set a timeframe that was suitable to all of us and actually delivered and built to that timeframe. Amazing to find builders that deliver what they say and were cheerful, friendly and cleaned up at the end. The end product was better than we had actually hoped for when we started and has made an immense improvement to the street appeal of our house. the boys were terrific. They worked hard to get the job done and had a very professional standard that they adhered to. I would not hesitate to recommend Aussie Outdoor Living to anyone wanting a first class job. Regards, Ken & Helen – Baulkham Hills”

“Many thanks to Chris and his team for creating a superb new living area for our home. We’ve used it almost everyday since it was finished.

Following the initial meeting I was impressed with their vision for what could be created and the quality of their product samples. The quote was also very detailed and gave me confidence that they had understood some of the complications specific to our project and had listened to what I had said.

During the project they always turned up on time and kept me informed of how the various stages were progressing especially in terms of handling all of the council approval paperwork.

Whilst it’s certainly possible to get pergolas built for a lower cost, make sure you check the specifications because I found Aussie Outdoor to be of a higher quality in terms of the materials used (aluminium frames) and also there were no hidden extras.”

Luke – Berowra Heights, NSW

“I was in the market for a new pergola. I asked three companies for a quote and none turned up. So I looked further and found “Aussie Outdoor Living” and went along to the showroom. It was then I realised I didn’t want a pergola, I wanted an Outdoor Living Area. They had the STYLE I could only dream about and the quality of workmanship I HAD to have. No need to look any further. After I accepted the quote everything was done for me, plans, council approval, site inspections, reports etc. The workmen arrived and worked continually till the job was finished. The quality of the work is exceptional, every angle, every mitre, every joint and every row of rivets were precisely measured, fixed AND colour coded. The standard of work is nothing short of excellent and MAINTENANCE FREE. Great job guys, many thanks. It has changed the way we live.”
Trish & Peter, Kings Langley.

Dan & Roslyns last outdoor area looked very uninviting, kept the area very dark and their living and dining area was adjacent so it also kept the inside of their home quite dark. The structure was placed very low and during the summer times was very very hot underneath. Chris designed an area that not only fixed their problems but it also adds value and lifestyle to their home. Featuring a large aluminium deck with glass railing, as they have nice bushland views from the rear of their property. A combination patio with insulated roofing on the flats and polycarbonate roofing in the gable which provides ample sunlight to shine through to the area and inside living spaces. Dan & Roslyn also added an outdoor kitchen area for entertaining family and friends and is now an area they can use all year round.

“What a pleasure to have dealt with such a professional outfit. We were in desperate need to create an outdoor living area, mainly just to improve our quality of life. We had some idea of what we wanted but weren’t completely sure of what we would of be able to do with the area we had. We knew the pergola was going to be the main structure and we wanted it done right! Out of the 3 quotes we received, one stood out. Chris from Aussie outdoor living….

Quite a few reasons they stood out and they are as follows.
1. He showed up for the quote exactly when he said he would. Not too common these days.
2. But not only did we receive a quote, we received a detailed insight on material choices and the pros and cons of each choice, we received multiple roofing structure options as well as suggestions from his own experience on what would work best for us and the reasons why. He even gave us his own opinion/vision on the entire area which was great as we weren’t completely there with the whole plan. It gave us some ideas and things we hadn’t thought of. We could tell he was very passionate about what he does and it was quite refreshing to see.
3. Once the choice was made he gave us a timeline as well as a very detailed structure of how everything worked, what was to be done and what materials and colours were going to be used. No hidden fine print.
4. Every step was followed to a tee! They even took care of organising the building drawing plans and all council applications forms.
5. Communication was top notch through the entire process. The materials were delivered on time and work commenced without delay.
6. The boys showed up and were very professional in their approach. They were polite and took no shortcuts. Every aspect of the build was followed exactly to specification and done very professionally. Quality of work was exceptional. Once the pergola was completed, they did a final inspection as part of their process, and to my surprise they even made some small improvements that weren’t necessary or noticed by me. Very happy with that! Not too many companies would take extra time out to do such things.

To sum up, the final product is so much more than we could of hoped for. It fits in perfectly with our house and is now the envy of all our friends. I am so glad I chose to deal with Aussie outdoor living, such a stress free and smooth experience.
We would definately recommend these guys to anyone who wants a quality outdoor living area. They have the know how, experience and great customer focus.

Thanks again Aussie outdoor living.
Marco & Bernadette.”

Our clients George & Natalie had just finished construction on their modern home. As you can see from the before pictures, there wasn’t much of an outdoor entertainment area. With the help and advise from our design consultants, we created an area that they would be proud of. Creating a seamless transition from the inside to out, and also allowing a covered walk way right along the pool. Because their home was rendered, the colours of the structure match the home and the existing guttering, almost like it was already a part of the home. With a modern and sophisticated finish, George and Natalie can enjoy many afternoons under their custom built Aussie Outdoor Living pergola.

“At the beginning of this year my husband and I decided that we would do a major outdoor renovation. Our pool needed work, the old pavers on the terrace were looking tired and had sunk here and there and, in summer we couldn’t sit out there without frying! Once the decision had been made we went on the hunt for some expert advice.

Once we met Chris Riley of Aussie Outdoor Living our minds were made up. Chris is a true professional. He kept in contact with us, made us feel that our business was important to him and came up with a lovely design for our pergola. His team are a great bunch, always on time, friendly, professional and tidy. We knew we were dealing with a well oiled machine.

Our outdoor area is now finished and it is beyond our expectations. What a beautiful space we have now. We can now use our terrace year round and it has become our default family room. Our little grandsons think it is the best place ever to ride their scooters! What greater praise can you have. So thank you Chris, and Matt for your beautiful work. The fence is the icing on the cake. We’ll have more work for you in the near future. Kris and Geoff”

“We have recently undertaken a huge project which involves a complete overhaul of our entire backyard. Part of the project was to install a gabled pergola & double carport which Chris Riley & his team carried out. We are very, very happy & satisfied with the result of these two components. We are mostly impressed with the quality of workmanship & attention to detail Chris’ boys, have applied to the job. Not to mention their courteous & friendly manner & efficiency in completing the job so quickly.

While the entire project took about three months to complete, which became very stressful in the end, to say the least, Chris’ team only took two weeks to complete both the carport & pergola. Chris helped us immensely throughout the entire process; from the design stage, through to council application & approval, and finally to the completion. Chris also helped us a great deal by recommending other tradesmen to complete our project. Last but not least, Chris used a photo of our deck as the homepage for his company’s website, which absolutely thrilled us to bits & made us feel proud!

Thanks a million to Chris Riley & his team at Aussie Outdoor Living for becoming a part of this mammoth project & delivering such a fantastic product. We now have a stunning outdoor area which will provide us with years and years of enjoyment & happiness. Kind regards, Martin & Clarissa.”

Chris Riley of Aussie Outdoor Living who we phoned, spoke to and within less than two hours was at our front door, very well presented, completely kitted out with an impressive heavy duty carrying case which contained a variety of building sample products.

Chris listened intently as we spoke, made notes, wandered outside our property, visualised what was possible and then carefully articulated how it would be achieved. It sounded wonderful, everything that we dreamt of and more; the biggest selling point was the aluminium deck that resembled a wooden deck! This was remarkable, no protruding nails or screws, no deck staining or on-going maintenance.

We then visited Chris’s showroom where we were able to touch and feel the products. The displays were neat and professionally presented. Throughout this phase, there was no hard sell approach from Chris. The ideas and products were presented for our consideration.

These building professionals were different; they arrived on time, respected our property, they were polite, cleaned up afterwards and neatly packed their materials away before leaving. This approach really impressed us. The excellent quality of their work was a reflection of their attitude; good, enthusiastic with an amazing attention to detail. It’s been a long time since we’ve seen building professionals work with such pride as a team.

The entire project, which included the drawing up of plans, council submission, DA approval etc. was expertly handled by Chris Riley and his colleagues. We were kept informed at every step of the project and did very little except arranging payments at the end of each scheduled phase.

We are entirely satisfied with the work that Chris and his team delivered. We have no hesitation in recommending Chris and his team to any prospective client considering practical outdoor home improvements professionally built for the long term. John & Delysia”