Pergola is an outdoor open framed construction that offers extra space and the feel of outdoor living and extra room in your home. In brief, it provides privacy and a place to relax and spend some “Me time.”
So why not make this place beautiful by electing contemporary and exclusive style ideas that sparkle your overall presentation of the house?
Let’s look at some attractive pergola design ideas to give a nice decor to the overall presence of the pergola.
Difference between pergola and pavilion
Pergolas and pavilions are very similar but not the same at all. Pergolas have open roofs and exposed posts and can even have a fire pit, whereas a pavilion has a closed roof as houses have and can have an outdoor kitchen or living room but neither of them has walls.
Usually, pavilions are bigger than pergolas and have more functional space, but pergolas have more charming architectural details. But you can design either of them according to your needs.
Wooden Pergola
Freestanding Pergolas
Pergola Kit
Latticework pergola
A pergola that has exquisite latticework offers a fantastic garden feature. You can use the latticework, wood posts, and beams to create this most popular type of pergolas.
The pergola’s height can be 8 ft and 10 ft. Redwood or cedar wood is a good choice for this pergola, as it would bring out the beauty of the latticework. Enjoy sitting under the shade of this beautiful pergola with family and friends.
Pergola with extra shade
Your pergola will look even more charming with creeping vines or flowering creepers and add more shade. Many people attach retractable canopies on the top of the pergola to add more shade.
Walkway pergola
A pergola over a walkway or the path in your backyard is charming and adds a decorative detail that makes your garden look elegant and beautiful. You can add a seating area to the walkway pergola, enough to seat you and one more person.
Columned pergola
Columned pergolas look best in a traditional or Tuscan home design. The columns enhance the beauty of the pergola and your outdoors. Roman-style or Corinthian columns look elegant and cover the top with trellises or wooden beams. The artistic columns create a powerful visual impact.
Light up your pergola
With some landscape lighting or just string lights, you can make your pergola look enchanting in the nighttime. Small in-built lights can be added to your pergola too. A chandelier would make the space elegant and stunning.
Arched pergola
An arched pergola is a beautiful way to enhance the outdoor space. Arched pergolas are much airier due to the dome-type curve on the roof. Iron, redwood, cedar wood, or steel can build the arched ceiling.
Arched pergolas create a rustic vibe, and you can add to the rustic look with rustic style furniture. This pergola design allows for beautiful lighting features on the inner part of the arches.
Octagonal Pergola
The octagonal shape is beautiful, too, especially when beautiful wood carving along the pergola’s perimeter. Add some pretty outdoor furniture to make it look even more attractive.
Japanese-style pergola
A Japanese-style pergola will add a bit of oriental style to your garden. Redwood or cedar are the top choices for this design. Painting it red would make it a stunning centerpiece of your outdoor area.
Adding flowers and bonsai plants would emphasize the Japanese method. Some architects build Japanese-style pergolas as a transition point between the flower garden and lawn.
Metal pergola
Metal pergolas look gorgeous too. Cast iron and copper metal can construct pergolas in various shapes and designs. Copper brown or a pergola with a blue patina look gorgeous. You can paint the metal too, to make it last longer.
Pergolas are open structures, but you can add curtains for some privacy (when you want to take a nap). Adding flowers etc. can add to the beauty of your pergola. Choose a style that complements the style of your home and blends with the rest of your landscape design.
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- STURDY STRUCTURE: This pergola canopy gazebo is made from a rust-resistant heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame, and is topped with a thick polyester canopy to shade your deck or patio from the sun.
- RETRACTABLE CANOPY: This beautiful pergola features a retractable canopy shade that allows you to customize the sun and shade your outdoor area receives throughout the day.
- PRACTICAL SHELTER: The fabric canopy has been treated with a PU coating for UV resistance to keep you shaded on warm and sunny days. The canopy is equipped with water drainage holes to reduce water buildup.
- VERSATILE USE: This stylish and functional pergola gazebo can be used both in residential and commercial spaces. Functions well on decks, patios, gardens, and any other outdoor area requiring protection from the sun.
- CLASSIC DESIGN: This classic European style pergola sun shade canopy will complement any outdoor decor with its sleek lines and neutral earth tones.
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- • Ideal for porch, patio, backyard, deck, or any outdoor space
- • Stable and secure anchor with 16 ground stakes included
- • Assembly required
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- • Color: Beige
- • Material: Steel, Polyester
- • Overall Dimension: 9.8’L x 9.8’W x 7.5’H
- • Interior Dimension: 8.1’L x 8.1’W x 7.4’H
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- • Item Label: 84C-093
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Details
Create a shady and cool spot in the garden with this premium pergola gazebo from Outsunny, which will add a decorative touch to your patio or garden.
A perfect addition to any party, barbecue, or social gathering, the adjustable canopy is crafted with durable and breathable polyester fabric, to keep guests sheltered.
Supported with a strong powder-coated metal frame, this highly durable pergola gazebo will provide long-lasting use.
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- • Sturdy metal frame with powder coating in superior strength and great stability
- • Top with anti-UV and water-resistant polyester canopy blocks most harmful rays
- • Easy retractable sliding canopy well controls the block area by pulling the strip
- • Ideal for porch, pergola, patio, gazebo, or any outdoor spaces
- • Easy and quick assembly is required with all necessary hardware included
Specification:
- • Color: Grey
- • Material: Metal, Polyester Fabric
- • Overall Dimension: 9.8’L x 7’W x 7.3’H
- • Canopy Size: 9.5’L x 6.8’W
- • Net Weight: 73.04lbs
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The steady steel frame ensures strong support, while the pergola’s adjustable canopy allows you to open and close it to let sunlight in as needed.
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- • UV resistant polyester canopy roof blocks most harmful rays
- • Sturdy steel frame for great stability
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- • Slotted design can fix the canopy in position
- • Ideal for the porch, patio, backyard, or any outdoor spaces
- • Assembly required with all necessary hardware included
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- • Color: Brown, Black
- • Material: Steel, Polyester
- • Overall Dimension: 10′ L x 10′ W x 7.2′ H
- • Column Spacing: 8.6’L x 8.6’W
- • Steel Feet Size: 7″ L x 7″ W
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