Pergolas Pump Up Curb Appeal
Pergolas aren't just for the backyard. Mount them over the garage to add a graceful flourish to your home's facade
When the temperature started climbing this spring, my husband and I realized it was time to turn our attention to the outside of our house, most importantly the garage. Not only is it in need of some major repairs, but it's crying for a dose of jazzification in the form of a pergola.
A wall-mounted pergola is the ultimate garage accessory. Traditionally mounted above the garage door with brackets supporting it from below, pergolas feature purlins that sit directly on rafters. Architecturally, they act as a focal point that connects and intrigues, and — best of all — they increase your property's curb appeal.
A wall-mounted pergola is the ultimate garage accessory. Traditionally mounted above the garage door with brackets supporting it from below, pergolas feature purlins that sit directly on rafters. Architecturally, they act as a focal point that connects and intrigues, and — best of all — they increase your property's curb appeal.
An over-the-garage-door pergola adds architectural interest to this traditional home's exterior. Featuring elaborate curved braces and scrollwork on the purlins and rafters, it's a formal finishing touch.
The front of this California Craftsman features two impressive pergolas. One is above the garage for creeping vines, and the other connects the home's entryway with the outdoors.
Painted crisp white, this pergola matches the house trim and contrasts beautifully against the cedar shake siding.
This modern pergola cantilevers over the home's rock ribbon driveway rather than being supported by traditional visible brackets.
A white pergola pops against this blue home, which is painted with Sherwin-Williams' Naval. It's a striking way to create contrast.
Painted the same gray color as this Pacific Northwest garage and studio, the impressive pergola blends right in.
Technically, this pergola isn't over the garage, but it's oh so close. This one serves as a graceful transition between the home's outdoor and indoor spaces.
Perennial creeping vines grow over this pergola for a bright burst of color. Each year they'll come back and offer a striking display.
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More:
Outdoor Rooms: The Perfect Pergola
Under the Pergola
Ideabook 911: My Exterior Needs an Update