Outdoor structure specialist Kevin King says that a patio cover can also save you space. Rather than dedicating a corner of your yard to a gazebo or a pergola, a patio cover goes over your patio.

The Italian word 'pergola' usually refers to a timber frame on which fragrant, climbing plants grow, to provide dappled shade for a seating area. Pergolas have been popular since ancient times – ...

One of the best ways to give your backyard and hot tub a major upgrade is with a DIY pergola. Pergolas offer much-needed privacy from neighbors, without making a space feel blocked off from nature.

Pergolas are both practical and decorative, providing support for climbing plants, while giving the garden structure. Follow our guide to building your own pergola. Wood - this is the most common ...