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It makes sense to try and make the most of your outdoor space so that you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle in comfort and style. With that goal in mind, installing a pergola could turn out to be a smart move. Get the design and installation right and you will be rewarded with a pergola that enhances the visual appeal of your backyard, and allows you to spend quality time outdoors.
One of the most important points to keep in mind is that having a small backyard doesn’t have to hinder your chances of achieving a good level style combined with functionality. Let’s take a look at how you can make the most of your available space with these pergola suggestions.
Extend your living space with an attached pergola extension
A good option to consider would be to see if you could attach a pergola to your home. If this is feasible, it is a great way of creating a way to seamlessly transition from inside to outside.
This design option also ensures that you make the most of your available space and sacrifice the least amount of your outdoor space to the design in the process.
A corner pergola could be a smart move
If you have a corner or your backyard that is a bit underused you could potentially transform the space with the help of a corner pergola.
This type of pergola is very good at creating a cosy setting that could soon be a favorite spot to read a book or enjoy a coffee outside.
Incorporate seating into your pergola design
When outdoor space is at a bit of a premium a neat design trick to deploy would be to create a pergola that has built-in seating.
When you have built-in benches it allows you to do without extra outdoor furniture, which always takes up a lot of space. An added bonus is that you can incorporate storage solutions in the seating design for even more practicality.
Go slimline with your pergola design
If you have a small backyard area to work with you really don’t want a pergola that tends to dominate the space and looks a bit out of place in the setting. A great solution to counteract this problem would be to install a slim dining pergola. You can enjoy a setting that is perfect for al fresco dining without taking up too much space.
Think vertical if you are a gardening enthusiast
It often pays to think outside the box when trying to find a pergola solution that works in a small backyard space. You also don’t want to sacrifice valuable floor space if you like growing plants.
A vertical garden pergola can have trellises or vertical planters, making it perfect for growing climbing plants while still giving you that much-needed space for seating.
One of these pergola options is bound to deliver the right solution that works brilliantly in your backyard. Which one will you choose?
Great ideas for making the most of a small backyard! A well-designed pergola can add style, comfort, and a cozy outdoor space without taking over the yard.