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Knoxville, TN

Design Exceptional Outdoor Living in Knoxville, TN

Creating beautiful, functional outdoor environments in Knoxville requires understanding the unique character of East Tennessee living. Cardona Designs, LLC brings thoughtful planning and skilled craftsmanship to every project, helping homeowners transform their properties into welcoming spaces for family gatherings, quiet mornings, and memorable celebrations. Whether you envision a custom patio where friends can gather on summer evenings, a professionally designed landscape that enhances your home’s curb appeal, or a complete outdoor living area with kitchen and fireplace features, the right design partner makes all the difference. Serving Knoxville and the surrounding communities, we focus on turning your vision into reality through collaborative design and quality construction.

Knoxville’s climate presents both opportunities and considerations for outdoor projects. The humid subtropical weather means landscapes need proper drainage solutions to handle Tennessee’s frequent spring rains, while summer heat calls for strategic shade planning and water features that keep spaces comfortable during peak temperatures. Many homeowners in the area start planning their projects in late winter, aiming for spring installation so they can enjoy new outdoor areas throughout the long growing season. Fall remains popular for hardscape work, as cooler temperatures make construction more comfortable and allow landscapes to establish before winter. Understanding these seasonal patterns helps ensure your project timeline aligns with the best conditions for installation and your family’s schedule for outdoor enjoyment.

Professional Design Services for Custom Landscapes & Hardscapes

We help Knoxville homeowners transform their properties with thoughtfully designed outdoor living spaces, custom hardscapes, and home improvement solutions. Whether you’re upgrading an aging patio, managing a sloped yard with retaining walls, or creating a complete backyard retreat, our team delivers designs that balance beauty, functionality, and long-term value.

Here’s a closer look at what we can do for you:

  • Pool, Deck & Patio Design – Expand your living space with custom patios, poolscapes, covered pavilions, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and comfortable gathering areas.
  • Landscape Design – Create a vibrant outdoor environment with customized planting plans, garden layouts, landscape lighting, and designs tailored to East Tennessee’s climate.
  • Outdoor Living & Design – Extend your living space outdoors with customized seating areas, fire pits, pergolas, and more.
  • Hardscape – Improve functionality and curb appeal with retaining walls, walkways, paver installations, drainage solutions, and other durable hardscape features.
  • Home Design – Bring your vision to life with personalized home designs that reflect your lifestyle, preferences, and long-term goals.

A Guide to Creating Functional and Beautiful Outdoor Spaces

A successful outdoor design is about more than appearance—it’s about creating spaces that complement your lifestyle while adding lasting value to your property. Careful planning ensures every feature serves a purpose and enhances your everyday experience.

Here’s how:

  • Design Around Your Lifestyle – Create spaces that support how you spend time outdoors, whether that’s entertaining guests, enjoying family gatherings, or relaxing in a private retreat.

  • Incorporate Practical Hardscape Features – Retaining walls, patios, and walkways improve usability while addressing drainage concerns and challenging terrain conditions.

  • Choose Materials Built to Last – Quality construction materials and professional installation help outdoor features withstand Tennessee’s changing weather conditions.

  • Plan for Long-Term Success – Thoughtful grading, proper plant selection, and cohesive design planning ensure your landscape remains attractive, functional, and easy to maintain for years to come.

Service areas include downtown Knoxville, West Knoxville, Farragut, Powell, Karns, Halls, and surrounding communities throughout Knox County. Projects extend to nearby areas including Maryville, Alcoa, Lenoir City, and the Tellico Village region. Wherever you’re located in the greater Knoxville area, design consultation and installation services are available to help you create the outdoor environment you’ve envisioned for your property.

Ready to begin your outdoor transformation? The first step is a design consultation where we discuss your property, goals, and possibilities. Contact us to schedule a meeting, or call (865) 684-3199 to speak directly about your project. Review our design package options to understand service levels, explore our gallery for inspiration from completed projects, and discover how thoughtful design and quality construction can elevate your Knoxville property into the outdoor space your family deserves.

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Our Full Range of Services

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Pool, Deck, & Patio

Get a patio design that fits your style and space. Whether it's a sleek deck, a cozy patio, or a poolside retreat, we customize every detail. From small patio design ideas to full-scale outdoor transformations, we bring your vision to life.

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Landscape Design

A great landscape design starts with the right plants in the right places. We plan plant selection, layout, and advanced custom features to create a space that looks amazing year-round. Whether it’s a garden design or hardscape elements, we make it work for you.

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Outdoor Living

Make your outdoor living spaces feel like an extension of your home. From backyard design to pool houses, outdoor bars, pergolas, and gazebos, we create spaces that are both functional and inviting. Let’s turn your outdoor space into a place you love.

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Hardscape

Hardscape design brings structure and function to your outdoor space. Whether you need retaining walls, erosion control, raised garden beds, or drainage solutions, we create durable, stylish features that work with your landscape.

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Custom Home Design

Custom home design means making your home work for you. Whether you need a detached garage, home additions, a pool cabana, or a sunroom, we help create spaces that fit your lifestyle. From porches to new rooms, we design it to feel like it’s always been there.