Hi Friends! We finished a MAJOR project today… and do you really think we’re going to wait until Monday to share it? NO! So welcome to this random Sunday edition of Reality Daydream. Nick and I have ALL KINDS of lofty plans for our home and land… most of which are just dreams. But I like to dream with my rendering markers, so I drew up a little ‘someday’ aerial…
Canopy awning Canopy awnings are permanently installed, but the fabric is removable. PHOTO COURTESY OF VELA CANOPIES Canopy awnings are fabric-roofed structures supported by a freestanding, rigid frame that s bolted to your deck. The frame becomes a permanent part of your deck, and you can either leave the fabric up year-round or remove it seasonally. The fabric…
The pergola is a classic form – less enclosing than a gazebo or pavilion, but more intimate than open sky. Pergolas help define space, using 4 posts and an open-raftered roof to set a particular part of your yard apart for a particular purpose. We’ve been incorporating them in residential Chicago landscaping designs for more than two decades. Which means we’ve…
Patios are one of the essential outdoor living extensions in Australia. Found both in domestic setups as well as commercial establishments, they need to be protected from harsh climatic forces to maintain their livability factor. They are a popular choice to enclose with professional blind systems so they can become an entire room where you can entertain your…
A pergola is a long and narrow structure that has pillars to support flat crossbeams and an open latticework that is frequently covered in plants. Some people use pergolas as a trellis over a walkway or to protect an outdoor living space. The best plants for a pergola are ones that will grow rapidly to cover the structure, require minimal care and are well suited…
Are you looking for an aluminum pergola? TipTopShade has fully customizable aluminum pergola frames to let you create a truly extra living space! At TipTopShade we choose for aluminum constructions, because wood pergolas will fade and rot over time. Besides, wood pergolas needs a lot of upkeep and aluminums pergolas looks better than any other constructions…
1. Prep the Boards I prep each rafter by squaring one end of the board. Rough-sawn and pressure-treated material usually isn t completely square, or it can be rough-cut on the ends. I do this either with a miter saw or a circular saw with a Speed Square as a saw guide. I then measure and cut each rafter to its finished length. Finally, I cut a 3-foot scrap of…
I ve been having trouble coming to a conclusion on whether I can reasonably build/mount a pergola to my existing 8 x12 deck. The main issue is I can t attach it to my house because of the roof overhang and clearance. Its also unreasonable to dig to add external posts outside the deck area. e.g. build a posted pergola bigger and around my deck. The below pics…
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 1st Avenue…
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 made, although very different effects can be achieved using the same…
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 your Outdoor…
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 ( and pavilions)! Although…
I have wanted a pergola for years and since we moved into our new construction in Dec. 12, I decided to finally go for it and add it to our new backyard plans. When I stumbled onto the plan on ana-white.com, I couldn t be more thrilled to see how simple of a project it was. I do not mean that it was an easy build by any means. I wanted a beefier look to it…
You have a tree? And access to scrap wood and long rope? That’s all you need for this insanely easy DIY from A Beautiful Mess. It uses the same design concept as the very earliest swings—just a seat strung up from a tree limb. If you don’t have a yard or a sturdy tree, you can just as easily use the same tutorial to make a swing to enjoy indoors. 2. FLY HIGH…
Pergolas and arches have long been used successfully in garden design to provide strong vertical elements. Their purpose has usually been twofold: to frame views and openings, and to provide welcome shade over areas set aside for entertaining and relaxation. Covered by climbing plants, pergolas can form cool retreats in shaded walkways and arbors. Since before…
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 confined. Difficult window placement Sometimes the window placement…
5, New York City francophiles, decked head-to-toe in all white, descended upon the Wagner Park waterfront in Battery Park City last night for the city s sixth installment of Diner en Blanc. Last night s warm and breezy weather was a pleasant change from the heat and humidity of last year s fete. The high profile event, which spans six continents, 25 countries…
English Inn, located in the peaceful countryside of Eaton Rapids near Lansing, Michigan, offer two picturesque outdoor wedding ceremony locations. Also View: Pergola on the Grand: Situated along the lovely wooded banks of the Grand River, our beautiful Pergola offers the ultimate venue for a perfect outdoor ceremony. Surrounded by a breathtaking garden and twinkling…
Instead of building a free-standing, 4-poster Pergola, I attached one side directly to the house. There are various Pergola design types and shapes. Simply Google for pergola images and decide which design you like best, or combine design ideas together (as I did). Couple things to consider: A: Is your Pergola more for decorative purposes or actual shade? My…
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 can be easily added to any Structureworks…
ShadeRight Motorized Pergola Canopy Our ShadeRight Motorized Pergola Canopy system is an excellent way to go from sun to shade with the touch of a button. This pergola canopy system works on any flat or pitched Structureworks pergola kit and can also be easily added to existing pergolas made from wood or other materials. Similar in function to our ShadeFlex Canopy…
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 in flowing…
So what’s the difference between them? Quick! Identify that outdoor structure. Is it a pergola, a gazebo, an arbor? The cultivated landscape isn’t just about what we grow — it’s also about the beautiful and functional things we build. Among the most common of these are the three named above. All will support climbing plants. One has a roof. Do you know what’s…
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 grown 10-fold in even the last…
Wall Pergola has the same elegant design as the original Trex Pergola, and can be custom manufactured to fit over just about any entryway or window on your home. Whether you’re looking to add some dimension to the front of your garage or a little shelter while you pause to unlock your door, Wall Pergola is the easy-to-install solution. Wall Pergola also functions…
