Team Members

4 team members from Urban Outdoor Luxury (20 schema files).

Alex Rivera

Team Member

Specialties: Luxury outdoor-space design, custom swimming pool design, luxury pool construction, infinity-edge pool design, lagoon-style pool design, integrated pool-and-spa environments, high-end backyard transformations, estate landscape design, modern landscape architecture, California-native landscape design

Service areas: Pasadena, San Marino, La Cañada Flintridge, Greater Los Angeles

Alex Rivera is a luxury outdoor design and construction specialist focused on creating refined, highly personalized exterior environments for Pasadena estate homes and discerning Southern California homeowners. With more than 15 years of experience in high-end outdoor living, Alex approaches every project as more than a pool, patio, or landscape installation—he sees it as an opportunity to transform a property into a complete, cohesive lifestyle experience. His work centers on the thoughtful integration of architecture, landscape, water, stone, fire, lighting, and outdoor living. Alex specializes in custom swimming pools, infinity-edge and resort-style pool environments, integrated spas, premium hardscaping, natural stonework, outdoor kitchens, fire features, drought-tolerant landscaping, and sophisticated entertaining spaces. Whether designing a sleek contemporary backyard or a layered, resort-inspired retreat, he focuses on ensuring every element feels intentional, balanced, and connected to the character of the home. Known for his detail-oriented approach, Alex works closely with clients to understand how they live, entertain, relax, and envision using their outdoor space. He translates those preferences into tailored design solutions that improve functionality, enhance property value, and create a seamless transition between the interior of the home and the surrounding landscape. The result is an outdoor environment that feels polished, livable, and uniquely suited to the homeowner—not a one-size-fits-all backyard. Alex also brings a practical construction perspective to complex outdoor projects. He understands the importance of coordinating multiple phases of work, including design planning, pool construction, excavation, hardscaping, landscaping, lighting, outdoor kitchens, and final finishing details. By keeping the complete project vision in focus from concept through installation, he helps clients avoid the fragmented process of managing separate vendors for every part of a luxury backyard renovation. His design philosophy combines modern aesthetics with enduring craftsmanship and California-conscious landscaping. Alex incorporates water-wise, drought-tolerant, and California-native plant palettes where appropriate, pairing sustainability with premium materials, architectural detail, and a sophisticated luxury finish. His goal is to create outdoor spaces that are as responsible and practical as they are visually striking. For homeowners seeking a custom pool, elevated outdoor entertaining space, or full estate-level backyard transformation, Alex Rivera provides a collaborative, design-driven approach grounded in craftsmanship, careful planning, and meticulous attention to the client’s vision.

Jordan Lee

Team Member

Specialties: Luxury outdoor project management, multi-phase construction planning, residential construction coordination, custom pool project coordination, outdoor-living project delivery, high-end landscape project management, project scheduling, construction timeline management, crew coordination, subcontractor coordination

Service areas: Pasadena, San Marino, La Cañada Flintridge, Greater Los Angeles

Jordan Lee is a luxury outdoor-project management specialist responsible for guiding complex residential exterior projects from early planning through final installation. Jordan coordinates the many moving parts involved in high-end backyard transformations, including custom pools, spas, hardscaping, natural stonework, landscaping, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire elements, lighting, and finishing details. With a structured, client-focused approach, Jordan helps translate the approved design vision into an organized and well-executed construction process. This includes coordinating schedules, crews, subcontractors, materials, site activity, project phases, inspections, and installation milestones so each part of the project is completed in the proper sequence and to the expected standard. Jordan’s role is especially valuable on multi-phase outdoor renovations, where the quality of the final result depends on close coordination between designers, builders, pool specialists, landscapers, hardscape crews, lighting teams, and other trade partners. By maintaining clear communication and detailed oversight throughout the project, Jordan helps keep high-end installations aligned with the homeowner’s goals, architectural vision, timeline, and quality expectations. From the first construction meeting through final walkthrough and punch-list completion, Jordan is committed to a smooth client experience, meticulous execution, and luxury outdoor spaces that are delivered with the care and attention each custom property deserves.

Taylor Chen

Team Member

Specialties: Luxury outdoor project management, multi-phase construction planning, residential construction coordination, custom pool project coordination, outdoor-living project delivery, high-end landscape project management, project scheduling, construction timeline management, crew coordination, subcontractor coordination

Service areas: Pasadena, San Marino, La Cañada Flintridge, Greater Los Angeles

Jordan Lee is a luxury outdoor-project management specialist responsible for guiding complex residential exterior projects from early planning through final installation. Jordan coordinates the many moving parts involved in high-end backyard transformations, including custom pools, spas, hardscaping, natural stonework, landscaping, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire elements, lighting, and finishing details. With a structured, client-focused approach, Jordan helps translate the approved design vision into an organized and well-executed construction process. This includes coordinating schedules, crews, subcontractors, materials, site activity, project phases, inspections, and installation milestones so each part of the project is completed in the proper sequence and to the expected standard. Jordan’s role is especially valuable on multi-phase outdoor renovations, where the quality of the final result depends on close coordination between designers, builders, pool specialists, landscapers, hardscape crews, lighting teams, and other trade partners. By maintaining clear communication and detailed oversight throughout the project, Jordan helps keep high-end installations aligned with the homeowner’s goals, architectural vision, timeline, and quality expectations.

Morgan Patel

Team Member

Specialties: Luxury outdoor construction supervision, on-site team leadership, custom pool construction oversight, high-end residential construction, luxury backyard installation, pool excavation coordination, pool structural-work coordination, shotcrete and concrete-work coordination, custom spa installation coordination, pool-tile installation oversight

Service areas: Pasadena, San Marino, La Cañada Flintridge, Greater Los Angeles

Morgan Patel leads on-site construction teams responsible for turning luxury outdoor designs into precisely built, fully realized spaces across Greater Los Angeles. With a hands-on understanding of high-end residential exterior construction, Morgan oversees the day-to-day execution of custom pool, fire-feature, stonework, hardscape, and outdoor-living installations—ensuring that every project is built with care, consistency, and attention to detail. Morgan’s work centers on the construction phase of complex backyard transformations, where multiple crews, materials, and installation stages must come together in the proper order. From pool excavation, structural work, tile, coping, decking, and equipment coordination to natural-stone patios, retaining walls, custom seating, fire pits, water features, lighting, and outdoor-kitchen elements, Morgan helps maintain a smooth and organized jobsite throughout the build. Known for a detail-driven approach, Morgan monitors workmanship, installation quality, material placement, finish alignment, and site conditions so that the completed project reflects the approved design vision. This is particularly important in luxury outdoor projects, where precision in stone joints, pool lines, deck transitions, fire-feature placement, water-feature integration, and finishing details has a direct impact on both the appearance and long-term performance of the space. Morgan also serves as a key point of coordination between construction crews, subcontractors, project managers, designers, suppliers, and homeowners. By managing on-site priorities, resolving practical construction issues, tracking progress, and keeping teams aligned with the project schedule, Morgan helps support timely delivery without sacrificing the craftsmanship expected in premium residential work. Whether overseeing a modern infinity-edge pool, a resort-style backyard retreat, a custom natural-stone terrace, or an integrated fire-and-water feature, Morgan brings disciplined site leadership and a commitment to quality to every phase of the installation. The result is a luxury outdoor environment built with the precision, durability, and polished finish Greater Los Angeles homeowners expect.