Truck accidentally destroys Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square pergola on January 15, 2001. On January 15, 2001, the historic iron and glass pergola at Pioneer Square in downtown Seattle collapses when a truck strikes it around 5:45 a.m. The pergola and the nearby Tlingit totem pole (which is not damaged) are national historic landmarks. Located at…
To add classic garden architecture and define an outdoor space, a pergola nails it. For homes or commercial spaces, pergolas deliver both form and function. Whether attached to a building or as a stand-alone structure, a pergola can provide privacy, shade, a ceiling of sorts to an outdoor room, a focal point and a support…
Creating a classic looking garden environment used to require a lot of labor and construction know how. This is because adding features such as a path covered by one or more pergolas was no easy task in years past, demanding those who lived decades ago or even earlier to be able to cut the wood,…
Outdoor kitchen plans can be fairly simple. All you need are the right tools and a little creativity. The popularity of outdoor kitchens and dining makes finding prefabricated outdoor kitchen kits and plans easy, and many plans are budget-friendly, too. Your first step in developing your plan is measuring. A good measuring tape or a…
When you want your dreams to last there is only one solution that will endure the test of time. More homeowners are discovering that vinyl pergolas are the smart alternative to wood. We manufacture all of our products by molding premium, hi-grade polymers around traditional structural elements to create the classic look of wood without…
In general, arches and pergolas should look at home in their surroundings. Just as the size and scale of your construction should be in proportion to that of the house and garden, so their given style should be in keeping, too. The style of a structure owes much to the material from which it is…
The Gennius, is a new innovation in the old world of awnings and canopies. Designed to improve and expand your outdoor dining space. Complete with rain management features, this retractable fabric shade structure combines the beauty of a pergola with the flexibility of a retractable awning; yet is durable enough to withstand inclement weather. Extend…
Pergolas are beautiful outdoor structures that provide shade and add aesthetic appeal to any garden or patio. While traditional pergolas are often made from wood, there are now eco-friendly building options available that not only reduce environmental impact but also offer long-lasting durability. In this article, we will explore some of these eco-friendly pergola building…
Outdoor structures can provide shade, protection from the elements, and a place for outdoor entertainment. The question is, which one is the right for you? Well, today we are going to clear up the confusion surrounding these commonly mistaken architectural structures to make sure that you know the difference between a pergola and a gazebo…
Which Material is Right for My Pergola Kit? If you are looking for a low maintenance pergola kit, you’ve come to the right place. Everyday, Structureworks manufactures pergolas from Aluminum, Cellular PVC, Fiberglass and Vinyl, all low maintenance materials, to create the perfect outdoor structure for you. When you work with us on a pergola…