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Under the Pergola
Houzz Contributor. Hi There! I currently live in a 1920s cottage in Atlanta that I'll describe as "collected."
I got into design via Landscape Architecture, which I studied at the University of Virginia. I've been writing about design online for quite a few years over at Hatch: The Design Public Blog.
Houzz Contributor. Hi There! I currently live in a 1920s cottage in Atlanta... More »
What is a pergola? Basically, it is a row of vertical columns that support horizontal beams or a trellis above, providing some shade and a structure for vines for additional shade coverage. Although pergolas have been around for centuries, I think my favorite one is Claude Cormier's pop version at a temporary installation in La Havre: http://www.claudecormier.com/project/pergola/ .
Back to the pergola that may make sense for you: According to countless D.I.Y. websites, building your own pergola is a fairly simple project for those with a modicum of carpentry talent. Also, it certainly ups the aesthetics and amount of usable living space in your yard. A pergola can extend from the structure of a building, line a pathway, or be completely free-standing. Here on Houzz, there are many different pergola styles and uses, and below I'm marking some of my favorites - I hope to use them for inspiration as soon as I find that person with a modicum of carpentry talent to help me build my own...
Back to the pergola that may make sense for you: According to countless D.I.Y. websites, building your own pergola is a fairly simple project for those with a modicum of carpentry talent. Also, it certainly ups the aesthetics and amount of usable living space in your yard. A pergola can extend from the structure of a building, line a pathway, or be completely free-standing. Here on Houzz, there are many different pergola styles and uses, and below I'm marking some of my favorites - I hope to use them for inspiration as soon as I find that person with a modicum of carpentry talent to help me build my own...
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Furniture material that matches the structural material. Nice move!
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A fabric canopy for shade - a brilliant way to add some softness to all of that rigid wood.
| Another great dining space is featured here. I love the way they have used roses in the centerpieces while they have roses climbing up the sides of the pergola's columns. |
| First of all, I just have to say that this entire pool area is to die for. Second, the material and structure of the pergolas connect the pool to the house. Third, the pergola manipulates the shadows in a geometric fashion in this very sunny spot. |
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| The trim work on this pergola, especially on the white columns, matches the house very well, extending the living space outdoors. |
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I love the crisp white of this pergola.
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| Ah, I can't resist, I think this house has the most charming pergola I've ever seen. It is such a good example of a room that transitions from indoor living space to outdoor landscape. |
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| Oh, and look at this wonderful arrangement from the same spot pictured above! |
This is a great modern version, where the design and rhythm of the pergola structure helps tell the story of the structure of the main house.
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Note the gridded pattern of this pergola in the shadows on the table.
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Here this modern pergola gives a grander sense of entrance.
Here a free-standing pergola that leads one through the garden.
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This free-standing pergola is more of a sculptural temple than anything else!
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Deconstructed pergola - it forces the perspective down to the fountain sculpture at the end.
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The curve of this pergola creates a smooth transition from the pool area to the main house.
Dramatic Pergola Light!
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I love this modern beam deconstructed pergola. Also, the photography is very Julius Shulman-esque.
Ideabook updated on Sept. 6, 2009.
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