Backyard Remodeling & Outdoor Living in Mar Vista
Mar Vista, Los Angeles
Forma Homes delivers backyard remodeling & outdoor living across Mar Vista and the surrounding westside neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Mar Vista remodeling: mid-century ranches and Spanish bungalows east of Lincoln.
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- Serving LA's Westside
What makes backyard remodeling & outdoor living different in Mar Vista
Mar Vista's housing stock is dominated by 1940s–1960s ranches, post-war traditionals, and a notable concentration of mid-century modern bungalows along the Mar Vista Tract. Lots are smaller than Brentwood or Cheviot Hills; remodels here tend toward kitchen, bath, and whole-home updates that bring older systems to current code while preserving the mid-century character.
Most Mar Vista homes were built before 1980. That means galvanized supply lines, undersized electrical panels, original gas runs, and rough-in plumbing that hasn't been touched in decades. Once walls open during a backyard remodeling & outdoor living project, we expect to bring the underlying systems to current code, not as a surprise, as a plan.
Common architecture in Mar Vista: Mid-Century Modern, Ranch, Spanish Colonial Revival. We design westside renovations to honor what's already there while bringing systems and finishes up to current code and current standards.
What's Included
- Pools and spas, from design and engineering through construction
- Hardscape in pavers, poured concrete, and natural stone
- Built-in outdoor kitchens and BBQ islands
- Fire pits and gas or wood-burning fireplaces
- Drainage and grading: site grading, deck drains, and French drains
- Retaining walls, caissons, and hillside structural work
- Landscape design, planting, irrigation, and low-voltage lighting
- Fencing, privacy screening, and permits through LADBS or your city
How Much Does a Backyard Remodel Cost in Los Angeles?
Pricing in Mar Vista follows the same tiers we publish for every Los Angeles project. Every estimate is grounded in your actual scope.
- Patio & Landscaping Update$40K – $100K
- Outdoor Kitchen + Patio + Fire Pit$100K – $300K
- Full Backyard (pool, kitchen, patio, landscape)$300K – $750K+
What drives final cost
Hardscape, decking, pool work, outdoor kitchens, fire features, structural elements, drainage and waterproofing, lighting and electrical, irrigation, plant material, permit requirements, and site access all influence final cost.
Every Mar Vista project is unique. Schedule a free consultation for a detailed estimate.
Get a Free Estimate*Ranges are typical estimates for Los Angeles projects, for informational purposes only. Not a quote, bid, or contractual offer. A binding price is established only through a signed written contract.
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