Impressed on a pergola that invites you while having a brisk walk at a nearby park, well you can create one for you as well. All you need is a nice green garden outside your house or backyard. Over the years there has been a lot of demand for pergola designs and landscapes. It was actually an Italian trend that came out to be an underdog. Pergola designs can be built for an outdoor spa, a walkway, passage or for your 5 PM look of sunset. Generally any area that is partially covered by a roof made from protruding roots and branches creates a natural pergola; however, you can construct them as you want.
Outdoor pergolas are becoming the trend these days and almost all modern housing builds them as an outdoor party area. Pergola kits are available and very useful if you want to build it by yourself. Here are some uses of an outdoor pergola kit:-
- Ideal for outdoor bashes and pool party
- Spa experience
- Place to relax when you want small treat of sunrise and sunset
If you want to design a pergola for an outdoor party area, then you can design it with sitting arrangement or as a lounge. Likewise, you can redefine it as a bar area just next to your pool. It gives you a beach experience during daytime. If it is for an outdoor spa you can keep a massage table just next to the pool which can substitute as Jacuzzi for your spa. You can use hanging plants with nice scent to keep you relaxed. Lanterns and lights will add to the aesthetic beauty.
If you want to purchase one, here are few things that you need to keep in mind about outdoor pergola kit.
- Perfect location in your garden or backyard
- Your main purpose in building a pergola
- Materials you would need
- Budget consideration
Location and purpose
It is of prime importance to decide a location where you can build the pergola; some might like it in the corner of their garden while others would choose to put it in the centre. Some might want a small one at their backyard. Once you are done with the location the next thing to consider is your budget. If you have the budget, then get the service of a professional landscape designer who will make your dream pergola. If the purpose of the pergola is for frequent celebrations, then you can go for party themes using shiny materials. Moreover, if you want a simple outdoor kit to relax and have tea while watching sunset, then you just need a regular wooden pergola designed with classy chairs.
Material selection and budget
If you are on a budget then, design one for yourself using simple cedar wood or fibreglass otherwise, you can take professional help and use classic flaunts of cedar wood and eucalyptus finish to have a smooth carve.