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Adrian Apostolatos, Sydney outdoor room builder and founder of Emanate & Co

Adrian Apostolatos

Outdoor Room Designer, Builder & Founder of Emanate & Co

I've spent the past 25 years helping homeowners transform underused outdoor areas into spaces they love spending time in. It's never been about simply adding a deck or patio. It's about creating an outdoor room that feels like it has always been part of the home.

I work directly with every client from the first design consultation through to final handover because I believe great  communication, careful planning and attention to detail are what turn a good idea into a successful project.

My Design Philosophy

No two homes are the same so I don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. 

Every project starts with understanding how you want to use your outdoor space, then designing something that suits your lifestyle, your property and your budget.  

My expertise includes outdoor room design, custom decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, council approvals, bushfire-compliant construction and managing projects from concept through to completion.

My Experience

Over the years, I've worked on a wide range of outdoor projects across Sydney.

One thing I've learned is that the best results don't come from focusing on the structure first. They come from understanding how people want to live. That's why I focus on designing outdoor rooms that suit each family, complement the home and continue to add value for years to come.

Working across every stage of the design and construction process has also shown me what leads to successful projects and where costly mistakes are often made. From the initial consultation through to approvals and the final build, I've seen firsthand how good planning and informed decisions make all the difference.

Through the articles I write, I share the same advice I give my own clients. I believe the more you understand before you build, the better the outcome will be.

Authored Articles

How long does the process take? - Emanate & Co

A common question we receive is “When can you start building my deck?” or “How long does it all take to get started on our patio cover?” Every renovation project needs a plan. A qual...

How Long

How long does it all take? Every renovation project needs a plan. A quality construction might not be completed in a single day or even a week. A lot of work is often required prior ...

Is your patio cover/pergola too hot?

Balancing Light & Heat in your Pergola/Outdoor Living Area One of the most common questions or even concerns we get asked by our clients during their early stage of investigation...

Do I Need Council Approval for My Deck or Pergola? | Emanate & Co

Do I Need Council Approval for My Deck or Pergola? Are you planning your dream outdoor living space? If you're planning a new alfresco outdoor space, chances are you've asked: Before...

First five outdoor living tips to a perfect outdoor living area

Through our 30 years of experience, we have come up with what we believe are the top ten tips to having a perfect outdoor living area – here are the first five. Use these gold nugget...

Top 10 Tips for a Perfect Outdoor Living Area | Emanate & Co

We have put together through our 30 years of experience, what we believe are the top 10 tips for a perfect outdoor living area.

Get the right person for the right job

We don’t build first floor additions, We don’t build kitchens, We don’t build garages. I’m sure we could, but we don’t. Why? Because we specialise in bringing friends & family to...

Balancing Light & Heat in Your Outdoor Living Area| Emanate & Co

"...but I don't want to loose any natural light inside" This is a common concern we get asked by the majority people when we first start talking to them - and I understand why. More ...

How did your patio hold up in the storm?

So, how did it? Sydney has experienced some wild weather & storms over the past week or two, featuring wild winds & heavy downpours of rain. We just received this photo of a ...

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