DAB-T / Residential

Outdoor spaces,
thoughtfully built.

Custom hardscapes and outdoor living in Kelowna and the Okanagan. Thoughtful materials. Careful details. Built around the way you live.

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Made for your home

A place to gather.
Room to unwind.

A good outdoor space feels connected to the home and the land around it. We bring patios, walls, stairs and outdoor features together with a hands-on approach to construction and a close eye for the finished details.

Patios & paving

Custom paver patios, pathways and terraces. Careful preparation below, clean lines and considered finishes above.

Walls & stairs

Retaining walls, rock walls and exterior stairs that bring structure to sloping properties and connect each level.

Outdoor living

Pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features and fences, brought together for a space that works as a whole.

Site preparation

Excavation, grading and base preparation with our own equipment. The groundwork for the finished space.

DAB-T paver terrace and exterior stairs at an Okanagan home
The details make the difference

Built into
the landscape.

From the way a stair meets a patio to the edge of a retaining wall, each connection matters. Explore our project photography for a closer look at the work.

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RECENT PROJECT DETAILS

Craftsmanship, up close.

Woodgrain paving with integrated inset lighting
Outdoor fireplace masonry and finishing
Synthetic lawn with custom paving
Precision transitions between hexagonal pavers and slabs
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PERMEABLE PAVING & THOUGHTFUL DRAINAGE

Beautiful above.
Thoughtful below.

Specialists in custom hardscape installations: permeable paving, patios, retaining walls and exterior stairs. Thoughtful materials, precise transitions and careful groundwork bring each part of your outdoor space together.

01 / WATER

A path for rainfall.

Permeable paving lets water pass through aggregate-filled joints into a stone base below. On suitable sites, it can reduce runoff while creating a finished patio, path or driveway.

02 / THE SITE

The right system for your property.

Soil, slope, drainage routes and intended use guide the approach. Some properties need an underdrain or controlled outlet; a permeable system still needs a complete drainage plan.

03 / LONG-TERM CARE

Details that keep it working.

Base preparation, edge restraints and finished grades deserve as much attention as the pavers. Keeping joints clear of sediment helps preserve water flow over time.

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NATURAL ROCK WALLS

Structure with character.

Natural rock retaining walls and exterior stairs between homes
Stone garden wall with planting beside a pool

A rock wall can be more than a boundary. It can frame a terrace, define a garden or bring a sloping property into a series of inviting outdoor spaces. Natural variation in colour, texture and shape gives each installation its own character.

01 / THE STONE

Materials that belong.

Stone colour, scale and texture set the tone. We consider how the wall will sit beside your home, paving and surrounding landscape, from a rugged natural look to a more deliberate arrangement.

02 / THE COMPOSITION

Each stone has a place.

Placement, proportions and the line of the wall shape the finished result. Thoughtful transitions at corners, stairs and patios help the work feel connected.

03 / THE LANDSCAPE

Room for the softer details.

Planting beds and greenery can soften the stone, add seasonal colour and give terraces a sense of depth. The wall becomes part of the outdoor space as a whole.

For retaining applications, the construction approach also needs to suit the site, wall height and loads, with drainage and engineering addressed where required.

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From first conversation
to finished space.

01 / YOUR IDEAS

Tell us what you have in mind.

Share your location, ideas, photos and approximate timing.

02 / THE SCOPE

Work through the details.

We discuss the site, materials and construction scope so the next steps are clear.

03 / THE BUILD

Bring the space together.

Careful preparation and hands-on construction, with attention to how each element fits.

Kelowna & the Okanagan

Let’s build your outdoor space.

Share a few details about your property and what you would like to create.

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Outdoor spaces, thoughtfully built

Custom patios, walls, stairs and outdoor living spaces in Kelowna and the Okanagan. Thoughtful materials. Careful details. Built around the way you live.

Spaces made for living

From foundational earthworks to finished stone elements, we handle each stage with owned machinery, skilled hands-on management, and disciplined craftsmanship tailored to Okanagan landscapes.

Patios and paving

Custom paver patios, pathways, and terraces installed with durable base preparation and clean edge alignments suited to local freeze-thaw cycles.

Walls and stairs

Retaining walls, natural rock walls and exterior stairs that bring structure to sloping properties and connect each level of your outdoor space.

Outdoor living

Dedicated outdoor kitchens, architectural pergolas, and boundary fences designed for cohesive flow and long-term functional performance.

Craftsmanship tailored to Okanagan terrain

We solve complex elevation changes and site constraints by integrating earthworks, masonry, and architectural woodwork into one cohesive residential plan.

Site preparation and grading

A lasting outdoor space starts with careful preparation. We handle excavation, base preparation and grading with our own equipment, readying the site for the finished work above.

Complete outdoor execution

We bring individual yard elements together into a singular, practical environment. Share your property location, project ideas, and approximate timeline to begin planning your residential exterior with Dab-T Contracting.