Pergolas 29 Stories

Latticework, twining vines, louvered tops and other design details elevate this popular feature of outdoor living

Outdoor Projects What to Know About Adding a Pergola

Learn about design choices, material options and other considerations for adding a pergola or shade structure

Landscape Design 20 Standout Shade Structure Ideas to Help You Beat the Heat

Discover shade structures with designs that range from classic to contemporary and everything in between

Landscape Design Before and After: 4 Outdoor Makeovers With Standout Pergolas

Design and building professionals, including one found on Houzz, turn lackluster outdoor areas into eye-catching spaces

Landscape Design Patio of the Week: Stylish Outdoor Lounge and Exterior Refresh

An outdoor renovation at a San Diego midcentury home includes a new deck and shade structure plus dramatic colors

Landscape Design 10 Pergola and Shade Cover Pairings That Help Beat the Sun

These outdoor structures bring hardworking style and cooling shade with wood, metal, cloth and other materials

Before and Afters Patio of the Week: Resort-Inspired Backyard and Pool

A standout shade structure anchors this elegant outdoor space designed for lounging with family and entertaining friends

8 Shade Structure Ideas From Summer 2020’s Top Outdoor Photos

See how various materials and other details create comfortable and stylish pergolas and other shade structures

Landscape Design Cool Off With These 10 Dreamy Poolside Pergolas

By Lauren Dunec Hoang

Let these stylish shade structures inspire your next outdoor project

Landscape Design Which Pergola Is Right for You?

By Joanna Tovia

A covered pergola can increase the time you spend in your outdoor living space. Which covering should you choose?

Landscape Design 4 Gardens With Spectacular Pergolas and Shade Structures

By Lauren Dunec Hoang

Cool down your patio and define a room outdoors with an architecturally inspired pergola, awning or shade sail