The Evolution of Pergolas: From Classic Structures to Smart Outdoor Living

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James Moylan

Sunday, July 06, 2025

 

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Outdoor living has always been a cornerstone of refined home design. For centuries, pergolas have served as elegant architectural accents, offering filtered shade and structure to gardens, patios, and walkways. Rooted in classical design, these open-air frameworks were once admired purely for their beauty. But like many things in our homes, the pergola has undergone a transformation—and today, it stands at the cutting edge of comfort, style, and technology.

Why Are Pergolas More Popular Than Gazebos?

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James Moylan

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

 

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NoVA Design and Build Firm Is Seeing More Pergola Requests Than Ever

Outdoor living spaces, such as screen porches and outdoor kitchens, are more valuable and more in demand than ever. As people seek to use every square inch of their properties, more and more people are wondering: Which are better, pergolas or gazebos? Given these five benefits, an increasing number of homeowners are answering with pergolas.

How COVID-19 Changed Pergola Use

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James Moylan

Monday, December 06, 2021

 

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Pergolas used to be used exclusively as coverings for decks or patios, but with the onset of the pandemic, people have become much more creative and inventive with their design efforts. Here are several ways COVID-19 has expanded what homeowners are doing with pergolas.

All about the Structureworks Screen Panel Systems

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James Moylan

Friday, August 07, 2020

 

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Do you love the look of your pergola but worry it doesn’t provide enough practical shade? Want a convenient, beautiful way to add privacy to your exterior living space? Then Structureworks, a leading industry pergola manufacturer, has exciting news for you! Read on to learn all about their new screen panel systems.

Unique Pergolas: Get Design Inspiration Today!

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James Moylan

Tuesday, August 04, 2020

 

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When you think of pergolas, do you think of one kind of structure? Do you imagine a latticed rectangular top with vertical posts for support? This is, perhaps, the most traditional kind of pergola, but today we’re going to be exploring some more unique options and learning just how diverse and creative these exterior structures can be!