Hello World! Welcome Friends! The warm days of summer have arrived! Now’s the time for backyard barbecues and pool parties. As things start to really heat up, you might start to long for some shade when you’re grilling burgers with the sun shining down on you.
The perfect solution is, of course, a pergola! Pergolas give you a cool spot outside to grill and gather, and they look great, too!
Read on for some great small pergola ideas for your yard.
1. The Old Charmer
The old charmer is exactly what you think of when you picture an old-fashioned pergola. It’s a simple structure with parallel or cross-hatched beams that is either freestanding or attached to your house.
This simple look is enough on its own to dress up your yard, but if you really want to make it unique, then you’re going to need a green thumb. Look for some climbing vines like wisteria or star jasmine to cover the top of your pergola. When these flowers bloom, it’ll not only look amazing, but it’ll smell heavenly, too.
2. The Rustic Freestanding Pergola
If you’re interested in the modern farmhouse look, then you can easily design your pergola to reflect that aesthetic!
Opt for a mix of wood and stone to make your pergola look as if it belongs in that environment. You can accomplish this by putting stone around the base of the pergola and building it up with a darker wood. Finish the look by putting in a warm stone fireplace with plenty of seating for your family and guests.
3. The Grecian Stunner
Are you looking for something super unique? Or is your home not suited to a traditional wooden pergola? Consider a pergola inspired by Greek architecture!
This wide-open pergola is supported by four large columns. On top of these columns are wide beams carved out of dark-stained wood. This leaves plenty of room those rays to come through but still offers some respite from the heat.
Finish off the bright and airy feel with hanging plants or allow some bougainvillea to climb the columns for a pop of color.
4. The Modern Marvel
In a break from classic pergola designs, solar pergolas offer home-owners the opportunity to create shade and generate electricity for their home at the same time!
Like traditional pergolas, solar pergolas are supported by wood beams and the top is covered in solar panels that are tilted to face south. This allows the optimum amount of sunlight to reach the panels. You can even add solar panels to your existing pergola to make your home more energy conscious.
What’s not to love about that?!
Loved These Small Pergola Ideas?
There are many ways you can style a pergola for your home, but these small pergola ideas are a great jumping-off point. Whether you go for classic and ivy-covered or a modern masterpiece that boosts your home’s energy efficiency, a pergola will make a great addition to your outdoor landscape!
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Toodles,
These pergola ideas are fantastic. The use of different materials and creative designs really shows how versatile pergolas can be. It’s wonderful to see how a simple structure can add so much charm and character to an outdoor area.