Design Exteriors LLC

We have a second-story deck in the back of our house that was getting old that we wanted to upgrade as well as connect to the back yard with new stairs. We reached out to Design Exteriors among a few other deck and landscaping service providers to inquire about our project. I was impressed from the get-go with Cedric’s responsiveness and friendly demeaner. We discussed the project over the phone and Cedric was able visit the house for a consult pretty quickly. He had good ideas and demonstrated his years of experience with this type of project. He involved his contractor Mike, who would build the deck. Both were professional, experienced, and detailed. Both communicated well, offered thoughtful recommendations on design, materials, and construction. They constructed the deck faster than we expected with very minor scope change. We are very happy with our beautiful new well-constructed deck! We highly recommend the Design Exteriors team for this type of project.

Cedric and Design Exteriors did a fabulous job designing and creating my new backyard space. I found them easy to work with, especially given my budget. I have a plan for when I can do more and still have a wonderful backyard to enjoy now.

This is our second time working w/Cedric (Sonny) and we are just as happy w/our results as the first time we worked w/ him a few years ago. I was delighted when he agreed to be our landscape architect again. Cedric is very easy to work with. He is honest, communicative, and always inspecting both the work in progress and the finished work, to ensure he is satisfied w/it. Cedric also always followed up w/us to make sure we were happy with how the project was progressing as well as the end results. Additionally, he is a good listener and his ideas are very innovative. Cedric's crews are kind, timely, hard-working, trustworthy, detail oriented and do a great job cleaning up. For our current project, we hired Cedric and crews to remove a brick patio and brick walkway from the front of our house. Cedric's crews did the demolition, poured a new sand-finished front walkway, built a stucco and brick wall where the brick patio used to be, planted a tree and installed walkway lighting. The results are fantastic and we've gotten several compliments from our neighbors on how nice our front yard looks. We spent approximately $36K. for this job. Next Spring Cedric and crews will return to do more landscaping in the front yard and along the front walkway as well as some landscaping in our side / backyard. I wouldn't trust our landscape design projects to anyone else but Cedric....he's that good!

This was my second project with Design Exteriors. This project was the removal and replacement of concrete stairs and landings leading up to my front porch. It also included some updated landscaping and outdoor lighting. I am very happy with the result and have received several complements on project. The design incorporated changes that really improved the look and “feel” of the access, and improved drainage away from my house. The work was done on time and on the proposed budget, which was about $20k. I’m looking forward to more projects with Design Exteriors in the future.

We wanted to decrease the amount of grass and improve the curb appeal of our front yard. Our goal was to increase the size of the driveway, add a walking path, and add decorative rock beds. Cedric came up with the perfect design and brought it to life. He and his crew, including sub contractors, did an excellent job right down to the smallest detail and everything was guaranteed. The work was completed in fall 2024. Spring and summer brought beautiful color that we continue to enjoy in the heat of August. We couldn't be happier with the finished project and have received many compliments. Thank you Design Exteriors for a job well done!

If you have a yard that needs a magic touch and an expert's eye, (Cedric) Sonny and his team are the crew for you. We worked with them starting in spring of 2024, for a complete backyard renovation - down to the dirt in the entire yard, and we LOVE our new space. During the design process, with meet with Sonny several times to go over what we wanted, take measurements, etc. He listens very attentively and seeks to understand your exact needs. He masterfully came up with a design that included every functional element we wanted, and transformed space that had formerly been no man's land into useful, useable yard. He phases the project (if and as needed) to fit budget limits, and really tries to maximize what's delivered. During construction, his crews were on site, on time, every day they were supposed to be. This is rare in our experience. Sonny too was on site frequently to ensure things were coming together as expected. We of course kept eyes on the progression, and as things came up they were quickly dealt with. His crews were respectful of our property and kept it tidy (all things considered). At the end of the project, this was the shortest punch list we've ever had, and all (very minor) items were taken care of quickly and correctly. Things you should know: this type of work is expensive. More expensive than we would have guessed. Sonny is very transparent about pricing for every element of the project, but it adds up, and things will likely come up that no one could have precisely anticipated. He dealt with them quickly and openly and fairly, and I feel we ended on very good terms. He really works to get and keep things within the budget, so knowing your budget helps that process. This type of work (depending on project size, and ours was a complete yard and deck redo) takes time. We started the design in Spring, work started just after the 4th of July, and sod was laid in late September. The end product is worth it though! Id suggest getting on his radar late fall/early spring before you want the project executed so that you're early in line for busy season (they're a relatively small company). All in all, we would work with him again. It's an expensive undertaking, but when you're working with Sonny, you're getting the value of his design experience, relationships with his crews, and his attention to detail. This is a wonderful small, local business to support, and the relationship and partnership developed during the process is authentic and genuine, in addition to the quality of design and execution delivered.

I needed a deck replaced and found Design Exteriors through Angi. Cedric and his team did a fantastic job. The work was completed on schedule and with a minimum of hassle. Cedric does a great job of communicating and keeping the project moving. He is a good listener and works hard to understand your needs. It was a very cooperative venture and I look forward to the next project with Design Exteriors. The project was focused on using low/no maintenance materials. I am very happy with the result.

"I've worked with the team at Design Exteriors for five years and have been extremely happy with their design expertise and quality craftsmanship. They transformed my sloping backyard by contouring the landscape and adding concrete walkways and steps to seamlessly access a beautiful new fire pit, hot tub, and pool area. Cedric has been exceptionally positive and patient, accommodating my occasional design changes with professionalism. I highly recommend Design Exteriors!"

After getting a number of bids to completely redo our backyard landscaping we chose Design Exteriors. Although Design Exteriors does "design and build" work, their proposal and quote were quite competitive with all of the other bids we received and presented the most customized value, quality, and confidence of all the bids. Sonny was fantastic to work with and worked with us to best figure out how to approach the specifics of our lot. He helped us arrive at a plan that not only fit our space, but also reflected the personality of our family. Sonny's team is absolutely fantastic, easy to work with and focused on flawlessly delivering the plan on time. We actually quite enjoyed working with the team members that handled the specific projects (pergola, shades, plants, irrigation, concrete, etc.) Sonny was always easy to get a hold of and was attentive to our concerns and thoughts throughout the process. We've had nothing but great follow up from Design Exteriors. We would absolutely use them again!

We worked with Cedric and his team to uplift our outdoor landscaping. Cedric was incredibly organized, with wonderful vision and experience. We met several times to discuss our vision for the project, what was feasible, what was affordable, what needed to be modified over the course of the project. Cedric's team was very professional. Cedric's decades of experience provided that every detail or possible hiccup was thought of ahead of time and accounted for. Everything was seamless, which was really valuable. Communication and expectations were impeccable.

Fantastic partner for a complete redesign of my front and back yard. Provided detailed blueprints and they welcomed my participation throughout all phases. Took my feedback, incorporated into the design. When materials were delivered and found to be substandard, they took care of it (even though not their issue). Loved the design process, and LOVE the finished product. High quality, attention to details. Would definitely use them again.

Cedric and his team provide a thorough examination of your project and work with you to make it “right” for you and your family. He worked with us on every aspect of the job and provided alternatives to our ideas when needed. It’s been a few years since we conducted our project, and we still often comment on how happy we are with our backyard. It’s a process and every project is complicated.. Cedric and his team spent the time to make sure our project was completed correctly. Most importantly, if/when anything wasn’t fully to our standards, Cedric made sure to correct the situation and made sure we were happy with the result.

In 2012 my family moved into a tri-level home built in 1960 in Littleton. After staring at it for nine years, we realized not only was this a job too big for us to do ourselves but also we had NO ideas on how to improve the home’s appearance. Tri-level homes are bland and everything is on a slope. I did not go into this project with very high hopes. Cedric really listened to what was important to us and presented us with truly amazing designs. Then we watched as he masterfully executed the designs in two phases. Cedric’s expertise in planning, building code, material quality, landscape design and project management blew us away. His artistic creativity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail is unmatched. He took our house, which was one of the ugliest on the block, and turned it into a house that STILL gets compliments from neighbors, friends, family, and random visitors. We spent a lot of time and money on this project, so when I say it was worth every second and every penny I hope it carries the intended weight. I cannot recommend Cedric strongly enough, I wish so badly he did INTERIORS as well.

Cedric and his team at Design Exteriors were responsive, professional, and efficient with their work. They answered all of my questions and always left me knowing exactly what the plan was at each phase of the project. Cedric took the time to really understand what my wife and I were looking for, and always followed up when necessary. They didn't cut corners which gave me peace of mind knowing our backyard was in good hands and will last for many years to come. I'm so pleased with the finished product and would highly recommend their services.

We've been working with Cedric for ~3 years as we worked our way around our yard, and have appreciated his thoughtfulness, diligence and engagement. Strong recommend. Thank you!

I needed to replace a border to my vegetable garden that had probably been in place for 20 years. The border was made of redwood planks and hollow in the inside. The in-ground portion was rotting and, on occasion, provided a home for rodents. After searching for contractors on the web and getting a couple of estimates, I settled on Design Exteriors of Denver, which had consistently excellent reviews. Cedric (Sonny) Shoebridge, owner and lead designer of the firm, visited, made careful measurements, and provided a detailed proposal for a new border consisting of 4”x6”x8’ rough cedar planks, capped by wider 2”x8”x8’ redwood boards for seating. The proposal was clear about possible variations in cost. The wood was to be coated with a top-of-the-line oil-based stain. Cedric suggested that I buy a plank and partially stain it with the color of my choice, just to make sure I liked it. Later, when he and his foreman were purchasing the rest of the planks, he asked for photos of my plank so that he could match the wood color as closely as possible. Enrique, the foreman, and his brother Jose did most of the work. They removed the old redwood border, including several concrete footings, laser-levelled the trench, then poured 3” of gravel footing into the trench, installed four courses of cedar planks in an overlapping pattern, locking them together with rebar and capping them with the redwood boards. The result is a very sturdy and handsome border with an amber stain that will probably outlast me. Enrique and Jose did a final pass through the garden, and removed wood and concrete debris. Construction had occurred in soil wet from melting snow, and our sidewalks and driveway were covered with muddy footprints. Enrique power-washed the concrete before departing. Kristi Tyler, Client Services Manager, was very pleasant and helpful from start to finish. The final bill was less than the original estimate, and I received a generous credit for the plank I had bought. I was extremely pleased with all my interactions with Design Exterior employees and more than satisfied with the result. It was money very well spent. I highly recommend Design Exteriors for outdoor landscaping and architectural renovations.

Amazing!!! Great attention to detail and making sure that everything was done to our standards.

Cedric and the team did a great job, from the initial design of our patio through completion. Despite some challenging circumstances (winter weather, COVID lockdown, etc) the company did a great job of being transparent about timing and did their best to finish the job to meet our expectations. We are thrilled with our new outdoor living space, which now includes a pergola for shade and gas fire pit. We definitely plan to hire Design Exteriors again for future additions, and we highly recommend the team.

From the moment we sat down with him, Cedric (the owner) we knew that he was the right person for the job. He carefully interviewed us, found out how we would be using the space and took the time to get to know us. He created a design with several a la carte options to make sure we met our budget. Though covid hit right in the middle of our hardscape construction, he and his team got right back on the job when the city allowed. Bottom line: He and his team turned an eyesore of a backyard into a comfortable, relaxing space that reflects us.

The design was just what we were looking for - had zero changes, as Cedric got everything right. The finished product was incredible and we have thoroughly been able to enjoy the backyard as a result. Throughout the process, Cedric and the team were very helpful in explaining the overall process and contacting the various teams we needed (fencing, tree removal, etc.) to get our backyard in the shape we wanted - we're thankful we went through their team, as it made it certainly easier. Cedric and his team are very detail oriented, and take pride in all of the work they did (e.g. cement pour, grading, planting, construction, etc.) and it definitely shows through in the final product. We are very satisfied customers and hope other people are able to use them to make their dream backyards as well.

Cedric is an awesome designer and his construction team was professional and easy to work with. They also respected our needs and maintained a clean and safe worksite. Cedric’s design process was extremely thorough and he was responsive to our design changes. We highly recommend Design Exteriors!

Cedric is an awesome designer and his construction team was professional and easy to work with. They also respected our needs and maintained a clean and safe worksite. Cedric’s design process was extremely thorough and he was responsive to our design changes. We highly recommend Design Exteriors!

The work was performed as expected.

Cedric and his team did an excellent job! With his attention to detail coupled with his imagination and design experience, Cedric created the perfect outdoor space we were looking for. He exceeded our expectations! Thanks for everything Cedric!

Cedric and his team have been exceptional in their design and craftsmanship. We added stairs, a hot tub & deck, a beautiful fire pit patio and plantings and retaining walls. It’s a big project and the crews working here have been great. (the attached photos show the work in progress)