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Courtyard needs shade

11 years ago

We're just finishing up putting pavers in the new courtyard. Next we want to put up a cover or structure over the courtyard. We live in Las Vegas & really need some shade. Any ideas? Added a view from the balcony, as you can see the house changes direction for the main entrance. Would it be better to build 2 separate covers or just one?

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11 years ago

A nice tree.

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Irene Morresey
11 years ago
There is the Mimosa tree, first pic or Arizona ash second pic
chalada11 thanked Irene Morresey
Irene Morresey
11 years ago
Something similar to these, the curved design would be great
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chalada11
Original Author
11 years ago
Thank you, I love it !!!
miacometlady
11 years ago
There's something very sculptural about these sail shades.
chalada11
Original Author
11 years ago
They are very pretty, Do you know if they hold up well in the wind?

We get alot of strong winds here. Thank you for your feedback.
miacometlady
11 years ago
I would invest in a custom pergola. These are from Walpole Woodworkers.
chalada11
Original Author
11 years ago
Thank you for the wonderful pictures. I really think a pergola is the way to go.I like the round edge kinda cool. I already have a couple of trees that will eventually provide shade for that area, but I think the house needs a structure of some sort, just to give it a little character & we need shade now.

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