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Pergola Ideas and Designs

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Barn Conversion and Extension - Image by Carole Drake - www.caroledrake.com
Barn Conversion and Extension - Image by Carole Drake - www.caroledrake.com
wray-mccann architect limitedwray-mccann architect limited
This is an example of a farmhouse pergola in Devon.
The Zen Garden
The Zen Garden
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a large country back pergola in Kent.
Modern Landscape Design
Modern Landscape Design
WERK | Building ModernWERK | Building Modern
Modern Landscape Design, Indianapolis, Butler-Tarkington Neighborhood - Hara Design LLC (designer) - Christopher Short, Derek Mills, Paul Reynolds, Architects, HAUS Architecture + WERK | Building Modern - Construction Managers - Architect Custom Builders
Carmel House
Carmel House
Joni L. Janecki & Associates, Inc.Joni L. Janecki & Associates, Inc.
Lepere Studio
Design ideas for a mediterranean back pergola in Other with natural stone paving and a wood fence.
Outdoor Structures
Outdoor Structures
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Large classic back formal pergola in New York with natural stone paving and a garden path.
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Inside Story PhotographyInside Story Photography
Inside Story Photography - Tracey Bloxham
Design ideas for a medium sized vintage back partial sun pergola in Other with gravel.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
Side yard Landscape with Putting Green
Side yard Landscape with Putting Green
JLM ConstructionJLM Construction
Showing: *Custom designed putting green with a Sail Awning for shade around the hot tub and Putting Green *Small pergola built over the new Custom BBQ counter with grill & storage *String lights are used throughout the yard instead of overhead lights in the pergola
West Coast English Retreat
West Coast English Retreat
Tierra Madre Fine GardensTierra Madre Fine Gardens
Design ideas for a small contemporary back partial sun pergola in Other with gravel.
Brentwood Beauty
Brentwood Beauty
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
Photo of a medium sized modern back xeriscape partial sun pergola for summer in Austin with decomposed granite and a wood fence.
Los Altos Hills Residence II
Los Altos Hills Residence II
dhd damir hurdich designdhd damir hurdich design
Inspiration for a contemporary full sun pergola in San Francisco with concrete paving.
Paradise House
Paradise House
Shane Marsh ArchitectsShane Marsh Architects
This is an example of a large midcentury pergola in Gold Coast - Tweed.
Pergola and Studio
Pergola and Studio
Weeds Garden Design Build LLCWeeds Garden Design Build LLC
A nice view of the custom steel veggie beds - plenty of chard here! Dry set flagstones are inter-planted with Kurapia ground cover, both low water and low maintenance. This was a great little design-build project for some great clients! We oversaw the construction of the shed, designed and built the pergola, deck, outdoor kitchen, water feature, flagstone patio, as well as installing the plants, irrigation and landscape lighting. So pretty at night!
Villa Palazzetta, Montalcino
Villa Palazzetta, Montalcino
Jaroslaw Pawlak PhotographyJaroslaw Pawlak Photography
This is an example of a mediterranean back pergola in Florence with an outdoor sport court and concrete paving.
Alfresco Dining
Alfresco Dining
Life OutdoorsLife Outdoors
Design ideas for a modern partial sun pergola in Kent.
English Country Garden
English Country Garden
Pippa Schofield Garden DesignPippa Schofield Garden Design
Pippa Schofield
This is an example of a classic partial sun pergola in London with gravel.
Mew
Mew
Stopher Design PartnershipStopher Design Partnership
original image www.oiphoto.co.uk/
Medium sized traditional back formal pergola in Devon with decking.
Lake House Retreat
Lake House Retreat
Craig Bergmann Landscape DesignCraig Bergmann Landscape Design
Photography: Scott Shigley
This is an example of a large classic back pergola in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Medina Residence
Medina Residence
Dovetail General ContractorsDovetail General Contractors
Mark Woods
This is an example of a modern pergola in Seattle with gravel.
Southport Residence and Landscape
Southport Residence and Landscape
Erskine Associates LLCErskine Associates LLC
Classic partial sun pergola in New York with a wood fence.

Pergola Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed garden is as important as the emphasis we place on the designs of our interiors. After all, our grounds (however modest) frame our homes and contribute to first impressions not only of our houses, but also of the households within. Options for garden designs can be as elaborate or low maintenance as your lifestyle and preferences permit – consider both your aspirations for how it should look and how much time you can invest in garden maintenance. Consulting a gardener or landscape designer will ensure you have a garden that suits your lifestyle, the local climate and soil conditions. But don’t forget that with Houzz your first stop can be collecting images of garden ideas and designs you love in order to inspire your garden plans and potentially share them with a landscape gardening professional.

How do I come up with a front garden design?

The priority for a front garden is kerb appeal. Begin by considering the area immediately around and leading up to your front door. You may want to opt for front garden designs that blend well with the style of your home – for example, abundant foliage and flowerbeds will perfectly complement a period property, whereas man-made materials, geometric shapes and contrasting textures are great ideas for a contemporary garden design. Even if your front garden is a small space, keep it tidy – if you have more space, make the most of it with garden ideas and features such as a manicured lawn, gravel driveway, water feature or garden fencing. If you don’t have the time or commitment to devote to gardening, then neatly pruned hedges, statement paving, hanging baskets, garden benches and outdoor lighting are all decorative, low maintenance garden ideas for your front garden design.

How should I design my back garden?

Back gardens typically offer more space than front garden designs and serve a more recreational purpose, so it’s important to know how you want to spend time in your garden before you design it in order to build in the features that you will enjoy. If you love relaxing in the garden and dining al fresco, think about patios, decking, garden furniture and BBQs. For the more horticulturally-inclined, incorporate flower beds, greenhouses or vegetable garden designs. Your landscape gardening professional can help you install structures such as sheds, pergolas and gazebos that complement your garden design, and artfully-placed garden ideas such as lawn edging and lighting will add definition to your chosen design.

How do I create a low maintenance garden?

The great news is, gardens aren’t exclusively for the green-fingered. Whether you’re not horticulturally-inclined or simply don’t have the time for a bit of landscape gardening, you can still have a garden design that looks the way you want by making some smart design choices. While many of us favour low maintenance gardens like urban gardens, roof terraces and patio gardens, lovers of greenery don’t need to sacrifice grass for paving slabs. Whatever you want from your garden, there are a variety of gardening solutions that can be built in to make life easier. For example, labour intensive features such as vegetable patches, greenhouses and flower beds can be optimised with an automatic irrigation system. These can be offset with fuss-free garden ideas such as hard landscaping, including gravel, paving or decking, and hard-wearing evergreens that require minimal upkeep. You might even consider replacing your garden fencing with slow growing hedging, which can be maintained less regularly than wooden fence panels. If having a lawn is important, there are different types of grasses in varying degrees of durability and maintenance. You may choose to take a more relaxed approach to your lawn – “wild” garden designs can have great charm if the grasses and flowers are chosen carefully. If you prefer a manicured lawn, it’s a good idea to invest in a “mulching” lawn mower that will recycle clippings and remove the need for cleaning up. Finally, there isn’t a more low maintenance garden lawn than artificial grass which can look highly realistic and keep your garden looking green. Garden ornaments are a great way to add interest to your low maintenance garden design – go for smart garden ideas such as solar garden lights which are both decorative and functional. Find some of the most popular design ideas on Houzz.
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