Add Versatility and Creativity to Enhance the Back Yard

Pergolas with a deck, porch, or sunroom

A pergola is a fantastically versatile garden structure that provides a focal point for design and decor. Pergolas consist of pillars that form an open-style roof structure or trellis. Pergolas are very commonly seen throughout areas of Europe and are becoming more prevalent in the United States. Pergolas are a popular part of decorative gardens, public lawns, and parks. As a focal point, a pergola can add depth and character to a personal deck, while at the same time providing some shade during the hottest part of the day.

With the trellis type roof structure, the pergola can be a wonderful transition from the house to the deck. This trellis can be covered with flowering baskets or climbing plants, such as roses or vines. Some vines bloom in the morning or daytime, while many fragrant vines bloom in the evening. Depending upon the most common usage of the deck, the plants chosen to adorn the pergola can even be specific for the time of day your pergola covered deck would be utilized.

When planning a party, the pergola can be covered with streamers, sashes, ribbons, and even twinkle lights. These items can even be kept on the pergola to provide contrast with the flowering plants. Pergolas can be decorated to change with the seasons. There can be flowers on the pergola for Spring and fir tree cuttings on the pergola for winter. Pergolas are even great settings for at home weddings.

Having a qualified builder for the pergola can help when trying to keep consistency with the style of the home as well as safety. The options for placement and materials for a pergola can cause a homeowner to get frazzled. A builder who specializes in the design of decks and pergolas will help to take the confusion out of the project. The design will be in a style cohesive to the home and take into consideration the best possible placement for the pergola to be built.

Pergolas add a style to the deck that can show off one's individuality. A pergola can be a sitting area for peace and relaxation or a dance floor for a party. The placement of a pergola on the deck can also add depth. Whether it is leading from the home to the deck or free standing as a focal point, the pergola can create an area of grace and beauty.

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