Custom Pergolas

A pergola gives an outdoor area a sense of place. It can frame a dining table, set a lounge apart, or soften direct sun without making the yard feel closed in.

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Open timber pergola on a Hill Country ranch

Decide what the shade needs to do

An open roof changes the light throughout the day. We begin with where you want shade, when you will use the space, and whether your priority is atmosphere, privacy, or more weather protection. That choice guides the spacing and orientation overhead.

Give the structure a reason to be there

A pergola should feel connected to the house and landscape, not placed at random. Its posts, beams, and edges can line up with doors, patios, views, and planting. Wood offers the warmth and character that suit Abide’s approach to custom spaces.

Leave room for the way life changes

Lighting, a fan, screens, and nearby seating may all be part of the conversation. Not every feature belongs in every pergola. A good plan makes room for what you value and avoids paying for things you will not use.

Open pergola framing a small garden seating area — Design inspiration · filtered light over a smaller garden space

COMMON QUESTIONS

What you may be wondering.

Will a pergola keep rain out?

An open pergola does not provide the same rain protection as a solid patio cover. If keeping the area dry matters, start by exploring a covered structure.

Can a pergola be freestanding?

Yes. Its placement and foundation depend on the site, the span, and applicable local requirements.

THE NEXT STEP

Let’s talk about your space.

Tell us what you want to do outside. We can start with the idea and work toward the right plan.

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