47 Most Amazing Pergola Design Ideas For Summer Living

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Depending on where you live, having a pergola in your backyard may be an essential detail to shelter you from the elements. Where you are going to place your pergola can also impact your material selection.

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If you have a garden, natural pergolas with vines or climbing plants are great. Plant them with enough time to cover the structure so you will be able to enjoy the additional shade.

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Backyard Pergola Design

The beams of this pergola were positioned for optimal sun coverage. The lanterns were custom-made by a company in Santa Barbara called Steven Handelman Studios. via Carol Abbott Learn more

Pergola Design Attached To The House

A traditional pergola-shaded patio of a home in San Francisco, California. The chairs are from Restoration Hardware. via Lauren Nelson Design Learn more

Outdoor Kitchen And Dining

A pergola-covered outdoor kitchen of a home in Minnesota. via Mom’s Design Build via Mom’s Design Build Learn more

Backyard Tree Canopy Shelter

The cooking and dining area is also sheltered by a pine tree canopy. The outdoor kitchen island and bar have cooking and prep space, along with a dimmable pendant task light. via Ispiri Design-Build via Ispiri Design-Build Learn more

Pergola With Columns

A backyard patio of a Maryland home features a pergola custom-made out of rough sawn cedar. Sikkens products were used for the stain and sealer. via SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction via SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction Learn more

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