Pergolas have been a familiar feature in gardens since Roman times. However, the recent surge in homeowners looking to use their outdoor space more has caused pergolas to skyrocket in popularity. Plus, they’re a great way to adapt your outdoor spaces to the more temperamental British weather.
But, what is the point of a pergola? This blog will explain what a modern pergola is and how it differs from the more traditional design.
We’ll also explore how homeowners in the UK are using these innovative garden structures to enjoy their outdoor space all year round, and how investing in a pergola can increase not just how much time you spend in your garden, but the value of your property, too.
What is a pergola?
Originally constructed as open-air structures supported by four posts or columns and covered with lattices or cross beams, architects first designed pergolas during the Italian Renaissance to resemble the villas of Imperial Rome. Typically, these structures were crafted using materials such as stone, brick, and wood.
Pergolas have since adapted from their more traditional wooden design with open roofs, to modern and innovative outdoor structures. Smart designs like retractable pergolas now enable homeowners to enjoy their outdoor space at any time of year – and in any weather conditions.
Enjoyment of your outdoor space in all weather conditions
Being able to use your garden in all weathers is a problem that faces many British homeowners. However, pergolas provide year-round enjoyment of your outdoor space. In the warmer summer months, wall-mounted pergolas create a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors so you can soak up the sun in your garden and make the most of alfresco living.
Unlike their traditional open-roof counterparts, many modern pergolas also allow homeowners to control the amount of shade they’re getting in their garden. For example, louvred pergolas have rotating aluminian blades that can be adjusted to shelter you from direct sunlight on a warm summer’s day. However, keeping these blades slightly open will still allow you to enjoy the hot weather.
When the weather gets cooler, pergolas can be transformed into a cosy outdoor space. Some companies, like Open Space Concepts, can install infrared heating into your pergola so you can continue to enjoy your garden even when the temperature drops. For maximum protection from the elements, fully enclosed louvre pods are the ideal solution for enjoying your outdoor space no matter the season.
Additional space for living, hosting, and dining
Pergolas also serve as an extra living area throughout the year, ideal for unwinding by yourself or hosting gatherings with family and friends. By introducing a new central area, homeowners are no longer limited to using only the rooms inside the house. Instead, metal pergolas can be used as a stylish outdoor dining area for hosting any sized party.
Perhaps you want to host a barbecue in the summer with your extended family, or maybe invite your close friends over for a dinner party in the winter. You might even use your pergola to enjoy a cup of tea by yourself first thing in the morning or before you go to bed. However you choose to use this structure, having an additional outside space that’s protected from the elements can open up many opportunities for hosting and living.
Enhancing your home’s curb appeal
With outdoor living increasing in popularity, investing in a pergola for your outdoor space can significantly enhance your home’s curb appeal. Unlike other traditional outdoor structures, modern aluminium pergolas can be tailored to match the exterior aesthetic of your property. This timeless design and additional all-around living space make pergolas an investment guaranteed to increase the value of your home.
The wide variety of designs that modern pergolas come in also enables you to use these outdoor structures to add character to your landscape design, all while offering a practical and innovative solution to your outdoor space. For example, at Open Space Concepts, homeowners can make their pergola entirely unique by choosing from a wide range of RAL colours, and additional features such as LED lighting and infrared heating.
Beautify your outdoor space with a modern pergola
Make the most of your outdoor space no matter the weather with a modern pergola from Open Space Concepts.
As the UK’s leading and most trusted outdoor living company, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality installations, so you can enjoy the many benefits of your new pergola in as little as one to two days.
Better still, our pergolas are made totally unique to your space. Our expert designers are on hand to create the perfect pergola made from high-quality materials that meets your unique specifications – and stays within your budget.
Speaking of budget, our transparent pricing model is designed to keep you informed every step of the way, while our initial quote includes everything from materials and added extras, to installation costs.
Find out how a pergola can add value to your outdoor space by contacting us today.
