In fact, the first reference to a pergola dated back to the 1640s during the late Medieval period when builders created tunnels or pathways made from wood shoots bound together to form arches with woven plants and green growth, according to Fifthroom.com. “(Pergolas) have been around for awhile but with the internet’s help, it has…
Our backyard project is complete and I wanted to take an opportunity to let you know how pleased we are with the pergola. We could not be happier with the entire process, from design to installation. As you know, I was initially reluctant to purchase the pergola without having a designer see the location and…
Hey everyone! Today I wanted to share a one day makeover I finished for my friend Cheryl over the weekend. You remember when I painted her piano last year? We were hanging out in the backyard by the pool and discussing the sitting space – they have a fabulous pool and a nice pergola but…
This pergola was placed in a spot that takes advantage of a view of the pool as well as the scenery beyond. When NOT to build a pergola Crowded spaces If you have an exceptionally small space, such as a narrow breezeway between home and garage, a pergola might make your landscape feel dark or…
Expert advice on how to build an outdoor patio roof or gazebo, with illustrated step-by-step instructions and construction diagrams. A house-attached patio roof takes advantage of the house’s structure by supporting one end of the roof on a ledger mounted horizontally to the house. The ledger, typically a 2 by 6, is usually designed to…
Pergolas transform your outdoors into living spaces. Timber pergolas : ideal for open-air space, especially with climbing or trailing plants to help provide some weather protection. Covered timber pergolas : clear, corrugated plastic is a common covering install on top of pergolas to provide rain protection. The clear plastic can cause the area underneath the…
Our ShadeFlex & RainFlex Motorized Pergola Canopies are an excellent way to go from sun to shade with the touch of a button. The ShadeFlex canopy works on any flat pergola kit and offers variable shade coverage. The RainFlex canopy provides the perfect amount of sun, shade or rain protection for any pergola kit. Each…
Bright, turquoise, outdoor art stands out against the light wood patio floors and neutral furniture. An oversized orange umbrella takes the place of a pergola or traditional roof over the patio. Backyard Meditation Pavilion This raised backyard pavilion offers a quiet respite from the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Sheer fabrics wrap the space…