Imagine stepping into your backyard and feeling as though you have arrived at a private retreat designed entirely around how you live. A beautifully layered patio invites conversation. A pool becomes the place everyone gravitates to on warm summer days, reflecting the soft glow of evening light as the day winds down. An outdoor kitchen comes to life as friends gather, while a fire feature extends the moment long after the sun sets. Every element feels intentional, connected, and effortless.
Luxurious outdoor living spaces rarely come together by chance. They are shaped by thoughtful planning, a clear vision, and a team that understands how each feature contributes to the overall experience of the space. Whether the goal is a single standout element or a complete backyard transformation, the result is the same: a versatile outdoor environment that supports entertaining, creates lasting memories, and feels like a true extension of the home.
That vision is what drives G Outdoor Living & Design. Based in the Lehigh Valley, the design build company creates cohesive outdoor environments that include pools, decks, pergolas, gazebos, patios, outdoor kitchens, hardscaping, and accent lighting. Building on the legacy of its professional remodeling counterpart, G Contracting, the GOLD team brings the same attention to detail and craftsmanship outdoors, designing spaces that feel purposeful and tailored to the way homeowners live.
A Design-Build Approach that Delivers Dream Backyards
One of the biggest challenges homeowners face when planning an outdoor project is coordination. Separate contractors, disconnected timelines, and competing design ideas can quickly turn an exciting vision into frustration and a fragmented result. GOLD solves all of those common pitfalls by guiding projects through a fully integrated design-build process so the finished space feels connected from the start.
As Joe Pagano of GOLD explains, “What truly sets us apart is our hands-on, design-build approach and the level of care we bring to every project. We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. We take the time to understand how our clients want to live in and use their outdoor space, then tailor the design, materials, and construction details to fit their home, lifestyle, and long-term goals.” Many homeowners begin with a single feature and build over time. By planning the entire space upfront, GOLD allows projects to evolve naturally without feeling pieced together. A deck can later connect to a pool. An outdoor kitchen can be added when the timing feels right. Each phase is designed to fit seamlessly into the long term vision, giving homeowners confidence to move forward at their own pace.
Explore Your Outdoor Possibilities in Real Life
For many homeowners, imagining a fully realized outdoor space from small samples or online photos can feel overwhelming. To bridge that gap, GOLD created the Lehigh Valley’s only indoor showroom dedicated exclusively to outdoor living.
The 1,800 square foot showroom features walk-through displays of patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, roof structures, and lighting solutions. Joe notes that the showroom simplifies decisions and strengthens collaboration. “Our showroom gives homeowners the opportunity to experience materials, products, and design ideas in person rather than trying to imagine everything from samples or photos,” he says. “Visitors can see and feel different decking, structures, finishes, and outdoor features, and have real conversations about how those elements come together in a complete space.” By making design choices tangible, the showroom helps homeowners move from inspiration to alignment before construction begins.
Outdoor Living Spaces for Gathering & Unwinding
Outdoor living spaces are often where homeowners feel the biggest shift in how they use their backyard. These environments are designed to support connection, comfort, and everyday enjoyment, whether that means a covered lounge area, a dining space, or a complete outdoor kitchen setup.
Joe notes that functionality is just as important as aesthetics. “These spaces need to work for how people actually live,” he says. “We design outdoor living areas that feel comfortable, usable, and inviting, not just beautiful on the day they’re completed.” Pergolas, porch roofs, and shade structures add comfort while extending usability. Integrated lighting and fire features are also popular for homeowners looking to enjoy their backyard into the evening and across more of the year.
The Perfect Pool Awaits
For many homeowners, a pool is the centerpiece feature that transforms a backyard into a destination. GOLD specializes exclusively in high quality fiberglass pools, selected for performance, longevity, and ease of ownership.
“By designing and building the entire outdoor environment, we create cohesive, well-planned spaces rather than disconnected features,” Joe says. “When the pool is designed to complement the overall flow of the outdoor space, it truly works as one.” Fiberglass pools also offer meaningful customization, from built-in sun shelves and splash pads to integrated lighting, and water features that reflect the homeowner’s style. When paired with surrounding patios and seating areas, the pool becomes a natural extension of the outdoor living environment.
Elevated Decking Brings Added Entertaining Possibilities
A well designed deck can change the way homeowners experience their property, whether it overlooks a pool, extends from the home, or creates a quiet place to unwind. GOLD creates custom decking solutions tailored to each home’s architecture and how the space will be used.
Joe notes that decking often plays a central role in connecting outdoor zones. “A deck should feel like a natural extension of the home,” he says. “It helps connect different areas of the yard and creates a comfortable transition between indoor and outdoor living.” GOLD uses high performance composite decking materials that offer durability, low maintenance, and long term beauty, especially in areas exposed to sun, weather, and pool activity. Their focus is always to create a high quality space that enhances both function and long term value.
Hardscaping Grounds the Entire Design
“Hardscaping gives the space its structure,” explains Joe. “When it’s designed thoughtfully, everything else falls into place more freely.” It’s easy to overlook hardscaping, but it plays a critical role in how every outdoor space functions and feels. Custom patios, walkways, and retaining walls guide movement through the yard, defining gathering areas and creating clean transitions between zones. Retaining walls are a good example. While they often address grading concerns, GOLD designs them to add dimension and architectural interest through materials, textures, and layout, using durable options that are built to last.
From Vision to Completion: GOLD is Here to Build Your Backyard Paradise
A successful outdoor project depends as much on the process as it does on the final design. GOLD follows a clear workflow that keeps homeowners informed from the first conversation through completion.
The process begins with collaboration around goals, lifestyle, and the way homeowners want to use the space. From there, the team evaluates the property, refines the design, and aligns materials and features with budget and long term plans. “Once a homeowner reaches out, we start to collaborate to understand their ideas, goals, and how they want to use the space,” Joe says. “We guide them through each step from design and material selection to permitting and construction, so the process is organized, transparent, and enjoyable from start to finish.” With permitting, scheduling, and coordination handled by the GOLD team, homeowners can relax while the project stays organized and transparent.
Work with a Local Outdoor Expert You Can Trust
For GOLD, the relationship does not end when construction is complete. Our team prioritizes trust, communication, and follow through, and many homeowners return over time as their needs evolve. “Our clients truly become family for life through clear communication, trust, and follow through from start to finish,” Joe says. “We stand behind our work and stay connected long after the project is finished.”
A thoughtfully designed outdoor space can change how a home is lived in and enjoyed. Whether it begins with a single feature or grows into a complete backyard transformation, the most successful projects are rooted in intention, expertise, and collaboration. For homeowners ready to reimagine their backyard as a true extension of their home, the journey begins with a conversation and a vision ready to take shape. Reach out to G Outdoor Living & Design and take the first step to an outdoor space designed for maximum enjoyment
Showroom: 1036 N Irving Street Allentown, Pennsylvania 18109
610-849-3758 [email protected] goldoutdoorliving.com
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Gold Outdoor Living & Design
Your partner in creating stunning outdoor spaces.
Lehigh Valley based Design-Build company specializing in Decks, Pergolas, Gazebos, Patios, Outdoor Kitchens, Hardscaping, Lighting, Porch Roofs and more. At G Outdoor Living & Design, we believe that your outdoor spaces should be as inviting, functional, and beautiful as your indoor ones. With years of expertise and a passion for craftsmanship, we transform outdoor environments into breathtaking retreats tailored to your lifestyle. As the sister company of G Contracting, we bring the same dedication to quality, transparency, and client satisfaction.