Design inspiration for solar pergolas, solar patio covers, solar patio roofs, patio covers, Alumawood patio covers, solar carports, and outdoor living upgrades across Southern California.
Use this gallery to explore different ways shade, structure, solar planning, and backyard living can work together. Some homeowners want a clean solar pergola. Others prefer a finished solar patio cover, a traditional Alumawood patio cover, a detached poolside structure, an outdoor kitchen cover, or a solar carport for driveway shade and energy planning.
Every home is different. The right design depends on your architecture, backyard layout, sun exposure, structure type, local requirements, electrical scope, and how you want to use the space.
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See What Your Outdoor Space Could Become
A good outdoor structure should do more than fill space.
It should create shade where you need it, fit the home’s architecture, support how you live outside, and leave room for future planning when solar, battery backup, or EV charging readiness matters.
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See a Design That Caught Your Eye?
Browsing pictures is just the first step. Finding the perfect fit depends heavily on your specific property layout, sun exposure, and long-term goals—especially if you’re looking to integrate solar power.
Send us your address, a few photos of your backyard, and what you’re hoping to achieve. We’ll help you narrow down what type of patio cover fits best, whether that’s standard, Alumawood, or fully solar-ready.
Solar Patios By Design™ is operated by Team All Star Construction, CSLB #1009760.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQsCan I pick an exact design directly from these gallery images?
Think of this gallery as a mood board. While you can absolutely use these photos to show us what you like, your final design will be custom-tailored to fit your home’s architecture, backyard layout, local permit requirements, and personal goals.
Can solar panels be added to just any patio cover?
Not exactly. Slapping solar panels on a standard cover isn’t always safe or effective. A true solar patio cover requires specific structural engineering, optimal sun exposure, and proper electrical planning to meet local building codes.
Do you build Alumawood patio covers?
We do! Alumawood is incredibly popular for a reason—it’s durable, low-maintenance, and looks great. We build them as standalone shade structures, and depending on your project’s design and engineering, they can sometimes factor into solar patio cover planning as well.
What details should I include when I request an estimate?
The more info, the better! To get started, send over your address, a few photos of your current backyard, and the rough dimensions of your space. Let us know how you want to use the area, if you prefer attached or detached structures, what materials catch your eye (like Alumawood or lattice), and whether you plan to integrate solar power.