Luxury Outdoor Living Inspired by the Lowcountry.
Crafted Through Decades of Innovation.
A Legacy of Innovation
Coastal Luxe Outdoor Living was founded by Don Maldonado, an award-winning outdoor living designer with more than 25 years of experience creating extraordinary luxury spaces.
As the Founder and CEO of Chicago Green Design, Don helped redefine luxury outdoor living in one of the country's most challenging urban environments. He became known for transforming rooftops, terraces, and outdoor spaces into elegant retreats through innovative design, premium materials, and expertly engineered solutions. His work blended sophisticated aesthetics with structural performance, earning the trust of discerning homeowners who wanted something truly exceptional.
Throughout his career, Don has remained passionate about pushing the boundaries of outdoor design—finding creative ways to maximize beauty, functionality, and year-round enjoyment.
Inspired by the Lowcountry
For more than two decades, Don has spent his springs in South Carolina, developing a deep appreciation for the natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle, and architectural character of the Lowcountry.
That long-standing connection inspired the creation of Coastal Luxe Outdoor Living.
The Lowcountry presents unique opportunities and challenges. Coastal winds, humidity, salt air, and intense sunlight demand thoughtful planning, durable materials, and engineering that extends beyond appearance. Don understands that true luxury is achieved when exceptional design meets lasting performance.
Every project is thoughtfully planned to complement the surrounding environment while delivering comfort, elegance, and enduring value.
Our Philosophy
We don't simply build pergolas, patios, outdoor kitchens, or fire features.
We design complete outdoor living experiences.
Our work begins by understanding how you want to live, entertain, and enjoy your home. From custom pergolas and covered patios to luxury outdoor kitchens featuring premium brands like Fire Magic®, integrated fire features, architectural lighting, and landscape design, every detail is intentionally selected to create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living.
Designed for Coastal Living
Luxury in the Lowcountry requires more than exceptional craftsmanship—it requires expertise.
Our custom shade systems, pergolas, and outdoor structures are engineered to perform in coastal environments while maintaining the refined aesthetic our clients expect. We also understand the importance of navigating HOA and Architectural Review Board requirements, providing professionally prepared design packages and specifications to help streamline the approval process.
Building More Than Outdoor Spaces
At Coastal Luxe Outdoor Living, we are passionate about creating places where families gather, friends connect, and memories are made.
Every project reflects our commitment to innovative design, premium materials, uncompromising craftsmanship, and personalized service. We believe your outdoor space should be as inviting, functional, and beautifully designed as the home it surrounds.
We don't just build outdoor spaces—we create extraordinary places to live, gather, and enjoy the beauty of the Lowcountry.
