pergolas

Attached or Freestanding: Where the Pergola Actually Belongs

A homeowner in Evans called about a pergola last spring and had the location settled before we got there. Right off the back door, attached to the house, over the concrete slab that was already poured. Perfectly sensible. That is where the grill lived and where everybody already stood when they went outside. Then we […]

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Illustration of a pergola with open lattice, louvered and solid roof sections over a patio

Pergola Roof Options: Open Lattice, Louvered, or Solid Cover

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When most people picture a pergola, they picture open lattice — parallel rafters with gaps between them, casting that signature striped shadow pattern across a patio. That’s the classic look, and it works well in a lot of situations. But it’s not the only option, and depending on how you plan to use the space,

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