Archadeck of Central SC explores the principles of creating the perfect pergola for your backyard

An outdoor oasis with pergola in Columbia, SC.

Arbors, trellises, and pergolas are a great way to add character to your deck, patio, and landscape because they add a vertical element that is often lacking. You might have noticed these structures used in historical illustrations and artwork. The appeal of these elegant outdoor structures has spanned many generations. They have been around for hundreds of years. We can trace the origins of the pergola all the way back to 1654 when it was borrowed from the Italian word, pergola, meaning a projected eave. Of course, the Italians were believed to have used the pergola for growing grapes and other climbing vegetation. Since the pergola’s vertical design allows vegetation to grow upward, it allows for better use of space. The modern pergola has moved out of the vineyards and into the backyard as an elemental design piece that is not only beautiful but also multi-functional. Archadeck of Central SC is the area’s premier pergola builder and our pergola designs can be as simplistic or ornate as our customers see fit, from two-beam, or four-beam, wall mount or detached designs, the choices are endless.

Garden Pergola Retreat.

Pergolas are one of the most versatile of all outdoor structures because they provide benefits for many locations and purposes within the landscape. They come in all shapes and sizes and can be built from many different materials. The posts of the pergola can be decorative or wrapped to match the architecture and style of your home. This ensures a one-of-a-kind pergola custom-built just for you. They can be outfitted with accouterments such as hammocks, benches, and swings and can be wired for ceiling fans or even speakers. Pergolas add an air of romance when used as a freestanding structure, often referred to as an arbor or trellis, within the landscape and as an accompaniment to other outdoor living spaces, just for starters. Here is a peek into the pergola possibilities Archadeck of Central SC can provide in your backyard.

This spacious pergola offers this deck aesthetic value and shade benefits.

Made in the shade

Pergolas play the role of a shade structure to rave reviews when used as part of an outdoor living combination. A pergola design can help block out heat and the sun’s harmful rays. How closely the upper portioned slats (purlins) are constructed will determine how much shade and sun protection the pergola will provide. A pergola adds charm, beauty, and extended function to your deck or patio space along with much-needed shade if the configuration of your outdoor space receives a lot of suns. We can even install a tinted polycarbonate cover to further block the sun’s harmful rays. If these are installed on a slight slant they will allow water to drain properly, too.

Deck with kitchen and pergola. Notice how the pergola defines the dining space.

A unique feature to tie-in an outdoor kitchen

A pergola can add sizzle to the style of your integrated outdoor kitchen design. Many times, an outdoor kitchen or dining area will appear “lost” within an outdoor living combination space. By using the pergola to flank the dimensions of your dining areas or an outdoor kitchen, you can enhance the aesthetics of your functional spaces tremendously.

This pressure treated wood pergola provides privacy to this hot tub deck

A privacy feature for poolside and spa side

A pergola also makes a perfect companion spa or poolside and offers a certain degree of privacy by keeping prying eyes from looking directly into your pool or spa space.

As you can see, the ways the pergola can serve homeowners in their backyards seem endless.Pergolas can be a cost-effective way to add character, style, and function to your backyard. Contact Archadeck of Central SC to learn more about our stunning custom pergola designs today. Call for a free consultation:(803) 784-1566, Email: centralsc@archadeck.net

The Archadeck of Central SC team – Mike Reu, Marshall Reu, and Tucker ReuPergolas can be a cost-effective way to add character, style, and function to your backyard. Contact Archadeck of Central SC to learn more about our stunning custom pergola designs today. Call for a free consultation: (803) 784-1566 centralsc@archadeck.net

To see more examples of pergolas please visit our pergola and trellis photo gallery located on our website.