Seabrook Lanai Extension

Cedar roof extension tied into the house, with a natural-stone lanai, curved seating wall and outdoor kitchen, Seabrook (Nocatee).

This Seabrook project shows how we manage every step, from the first AutoCAD design to the final walkthrough.

AY Luxury Designs LLC · Certified Building Contractor CBC1268168 · Amany Youssef: Registered Building Contractor RB29003947 · Registered Electrical Contractor ER13016631 · Registered Underground Utility & Excavation Contractor RU11066663

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About This Project

We extended this home's covered lanai with a cedar roof tied into the existing one, with shingles matching the house, so it looks original to the home. We handled the engineering and the permit.

A wood ceiling now runs across the extension and the existing lanai. Below it, a raised natural-stone patio, a curved seating wall and an outdoor kitchen make it a place to spend the evening.

What we built

A cedar lanai extension tied into the existing roof, with shingles matching the house
A wood ceiling across the extension and the existing lanai
A raised natural-stone patio
A curved seating wall and two columns
An outdoor kitchen

What the Homeowners Said

"We hired Amany and her team at AY Luxury Designs to build out our covered back porch, and the result exceeded expectations." — Will K., Google review

Cedar lanai extension tied into the house with matching shingles, Seabrook, Nocatee

Outdoor kitchen under a cedar lanai extension, Seabrook, Nocatee

Curved seating wall and columns on a natural-stone patio, Seabrook, Nocatee

Wood ceiling across the lanai extension and the existing lanai, Seabrook, Nocatee

Services in This Project

Lanai Extensions · Covered Patio Extensions · Wood Ceilings · Outdoor Kitchens · Seat Walls · Pavers & Patios

Extending a Covered Lanai: A General Guide

What a lanai extension involves

Lanai is a Hawaiian word for a roofed porch or veranda, and Merriam-Webster dates its first known use in English to 1823. In Florida, extending one usually means carrying the house roof farther out over the patio.

When the new roof attaches to the existing one, matching the pitch, shingles and post style is what makes it look original. A tie-in like this is structural, so expect engineered documents and a building permit.

Daylighting research from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory notes that overhangs can reduce daylight reaching a room, while taller, sloped ceilings help spread light deeper, which is why roof height and shape matter on a lanai extension.

Comfort under the new roof

Ceiling fans make a covered lanai more comfortable through a wind-chill effect, and ENERGY STAR notes they cool people, not rooms, so they're best switched off when no one is outside. ENERGY STAR recommends running ceiling fans counterclockwise in summer for a cooling breeze.

Stone, seating walls and kitchens

Natural stone and pavers both make durable patio surfaces; the choice usually comes down to look, budget and how it suits the house. A curved seating wall adds built-in seating and defines the edge of a raised patio.

NAHB lists outdoor kitchens and outdoor fireplaces among the home features that have grown most in popularity over the past ten years.

Building in Nocatee

Nocatee neighborhoods have architectural review, so plan time for approval before the permit. See our Nocatee page for HOA and permit details in the area.

The Florida Building Code uses the national ASCE 7 wind standard, so design wind speeds vary by location, and areas designated wind-borne debris regions carry added requirements. Permitted structures are designed to Florida Building Code wind requirements.

Why AY Luxury Designs

You design it with the founder. Amany Youssef designs every project with you in person and stays involved through the final walkthrough.
We manage every step, from design to final inspection. We handle the AutoCAD design, the HOA paperwork, the engineering, the permits and the build. We handle electrical work with our licensed electrical partner, and gas and plumbing with our licensed trade partners.
Built for Florida. Every permitted structure gets its necessary engineered documents.
A Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite.

Our Design-Build Process

Design session with Amany. Your project starts at our Jacksonville design studio, where you sit down with founder Amany Youssef and watch your project take shape live on screen in AutoCAD.
Free AutoCAD design and a custom quote. You get to-scale 3D renderings and a fully itemized custom quote within 24 hours of your consultation, so you know exactly what you're getting.
In-home design visit. Amany comes to your home for an in-person walkthrough, so we look at the project together where you're most comfortable, finalize the details and choose your colors and finishes.
Engineering, HOA and permits handled. We get the necessary engineered documents for every permitted structure, prepare your HOA/ARB package and pull the St. Johns County permits.
Build. We can start most projects within two to four weeks. Our crews follow a build process we've refined over many projects, and you get daily updates.
The AY Advantage. You hold back the final 5% for seven days after completion, so we can take care of any touch-ups before you sign off.

Financing is available through Synchrony Bank, including 18 months of no-interest financing, and we have other financing options as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a lanai extension in Nocatee cost? Every project gets a custom quote with an in-person AutoCAD design, and every AY Luxury Designs project has a $10,000 minimum. What drives the cost of a lanai extension in Nocatee: the size of the space; materials; features like fireplaces, fire pits and screens; electrical; engineering and permits; HOA requirements; and site work. You get a fully itemized quote within 24 hours of your design consultation.

Do I need HOA approval for a pergola, gazebo or patio cover in Nocatee? In most planned communities, yes. In Nocatee, pergolas, covers, screen enclosures, outdoor kitchens and fire features usually need architectural review before work starts. We prepare the drawings, site plan and material and color selections your review board asks for and submit them with you. The decision is your association's, so confirm current guidelines with your association.

How soon can my project start? It depends on the project's scope. We can start most projects within two to four weeks.

Do you offer financing? Yes. We offer financing through Synchrony Bank, including 18 months of no-interest financing, and we have other financing options as well.

Want a Backyard Like This?

Book your in-person design session with Amany and see your project in AutoCAD before anything is built.

Call (904) 629-8803 or book a consultation. Design studio: 8917 Western Way, Suite 7, Jacksonville, FL 32256 · Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm