Pergola

A pergola is an outdoor structure consisting of columns that support a roofing grid of beams and rafters.  They are usually attached to a house or can be built as a stand-alone structure.  You can have the roof grids closer for more shade or space them further apart for a decorative element of your outdoor room.  Most often, we attach the columns to the deck and the main structure to the house.  When they are above a door or window of a house, it decreases the amount of sun through the glass for helping the temperature of inside the house.  The main reason for a pergola is for shade while enjoying your deck or outdoor space.  Another attractive ability to a pergola is this simple structure give you the ability to add decor and furnishings to create your own look and style.