Outdoor Fireplaces & Kitchens

Southern California homeowners in the Temecula area enjoy some of the best weather in the country, making outdoor living spaces a natural extension of the home. A professionally built outdoor fireplace or kitchen does more than add a cooking area or a source of warmth. It creates a gathering point where family and friends connect year-round, from cool winter evenings around the fire to summer barbecues under the stars.

Beyond the lifestyle benefits, outdoor fireplaces and kitchens are one of the highest-return home improvements you can make. According to industry data, well-designed outdoor living spaces can recoup 60 to 80 percent of their cost at resale, and they significantly increase a property's appeal to buyers. In a competitive real estate market like Temecula, Murrieta, and the surrounding Inland Empire communities, a custom outdoor space sets your home apart.

At TMA Temecula Masonry, we specialize in building outdoor fireplaces, pizza ovens, fire pits, and full outdoor kitchens using brick, stone, and block masonry. Every project is custom designed to fit your property, your style, and how you actually use your outdoor space. We handle the entire process from design through construction, ensuring a finished result that is structurally sound, built to code, and beautiful.

We offer a full range of outdoor masonry construction. Each project is tailored to your specific needs and built with materials that withstand Southern California's climate:

• Outdoor Fireplaces: Freestanding or built into a wall, our masonry fireplaces are constructed with firebrick interiors and stone or brick exteriors. We build wood-burning and gas-ready fireplaces in styles ranging from rustic stone to clean modern lines. They pair beautifully with custom stone patios for a complete outdoor room.
• Pizza Ovens: Wood-fired pizza ovens are one of our most popular requests. We build traditional dome-style ovens using refractory materials that reach and maintain the high temperatures needed for authentic wood-fired cooking. These ovens can be standalone or integrated into an outdoor kitchen island.
• Fire Pits: From simple round fire pits to elaborate rectangular designs, we build fire features in stone, brick, and block. Gas and wood-burning options are available. Fire pits create a relaxed atmosphere and work well as the centerpiece of a patio or seating area.
• Outdoor Kitchens: Our full outdoor kitchens include masonry-built islands, countertops, storage areas, and built-in grill surrounds. We work with your appliance selections and can integrate sinks, refrigerators, and storage drawers into the masonry structure. Finishes include natural stone veneer, stucco, tile, and brick.
• Combination Designs: Many clients combine a fireplace, pizza oven, and kitchen into one cohesive outdoor living space. We design these multi-feature projects so that every element works together visually and functionally, with proper clearances, ventilation, and utility connections.

Design and Planning

We start with a site visit to understand your yard's layout, existing landscaping, utility access, and how you envision using the space. We discuss materials, finishes, appliance preferences, and budget. From there, we develop a detailed plan that addresses structural requirements, local building codes, and aesthetic goals. For projects that include retaining walls or grade changes, we coordinate those elements into the overall design.

Foundation and Structural Work

Outdoor fireplaces and kitchens require proper foundations to support the weight of the masonry. We pour reinforced concrete footings sized for the specific structure, ensuring long-term stability. For fireplaces and pizza ovens, we build fireboxes with rated firebrick and refractory mortar that can handle extreme heat without cracking or degrading over time.

Masonry Construction

The walls, columns, countertops, and decorative elements are built using your chosen materials. Whether it is natural stone, brick, or concrete block with a veneer finish, every course is laid level, plumb, and properly bonded. Our masons take pride in tight joints, consistent mortar color, and clean stone cuts that give the finished structure a professional, handcrafted appearance.

Finishing and Handoff

We install countertop surfaces, set any appliance framing, connect gas lines if applicable, and apply sealants to protect the masonry. The work area is cleaned thoroughly, and we walk you through the care and maintenance of your new outdoor space. We stand behind our work and are available for any questions after the project is complete.