Pergolas for patios or terraces

Patios and terraces are spaces in a home that, in many cases, are not fully used. Being exposed to the open air and environmental conditions, they can be used on summer days, but not when it rains or is too cold.

For this reason, more and more homeowners are looking for solutions to make these outdoor areas true paradise oases through the installation of pergolas and decoration of the surrounding areas. In this way, in addition to adding valuable useful meters to the property, they enjoy that area all year round.

Types of pergolas

Pergolas are manufactured in many different styles and models. Before deciding which is the best, you should consider that it depends on the style of your home and the use you expect to give it. Here you will find the best known styles.

Simple or classic pergola

They are the most traditional and are manufactured in a large number of shapes and designs that adapt to almost all styles of home.

Rustic pergola

This style is widely used and is usually made of wood, logs or stone. In some cases, ornaments are included and rustic carvings are usually made on the pillars.

Romantic pergola

The main characteristic that differentiates this style from the previous ones is that they are usually made with rounded shapes. They are mainly made with wrought iron, wood or cement columns with special shapes.

Modern pergola

They keep a clean and very simple profile. They usually have many right angles and are made of wood, steel, aluminum, iron, cement or concrete. They are almost always installed in houses with modern and minimalist designs.

Bio-climatic pergola

This is the most innovative style and they are generally manufactured with aluminum slat systems that control the entry of air and sunlight.

The slat system allows them to open at a different angle depending on weather conditions. In this way, they can be completely closed for complete control or opened to allow the entry of environmental elements. Some models are capable of opening up to 135º.

The most advanced models have opening systems that allow air to pass through, but not water (even if it’s raining). In addition, they have an application that allows you to program them from your mobile, so that the slats open at dawn or dusk, close at noon, etc.
At this point it is important to mention that almost any pergola, whether rustic, romantic or traditional, can be conditioned to work as a bio-climatic.

Where to locate a pergola?

In general terms, pergolas can be placed anywhere outdoors where control of environmental elements such as rain, wind or harsh rays of the Sun is required.

The most common sites are balconies, terraces or patios, but they are also often seen in the middle of the garden or in an area near the pool.

Pergolas are very versatile and it is common to see them in:

Hotels

The owners of this type of business, in general, need to make the most of all the available areas of their facilities during the twelve months of the year. That is why it is very common to see pergolas in this type of business.

Restaurants and bars

People usually like to eat in an intimate and cozy place, but sometimes they prefer to enjoy a meal or an evening outdoors. For this reason, normal or even bio-climatic pergolas are installed in many bars and restaurants. In this way, customers can choose the type of environment in which they want to stay while they eat or hang out with their acquaintances or family members.

Private Homes

In homes it is also very common to see these metal structures protecting terraces or other areas that are outdoors. Thus the inhabitants of the house can use these areas throughout the year and not only on days of good weather. So you can enjoy a great evening outdoors with your family and friends without worrying about the weather.