PERGOLA DESIGNS
Are you dreaming of the perfect pergola for your backyard, patio, or garden? A structure that looks stunning, lasts for decades, and fits your home like it was always meant to be there? You have come to the right place.
At GardenStructure.com, we have been designing pergolas since the very beginning of the modern pergola trend over 30 years ago. We do not sell kits. We do not sell materials. We are designers only. We create fully custom or proprietary pergola plans that you (or your contractor) can build anywhere in Canada, the United States, or even internationally.
Whether you want a simple open-air shade structure or a high-end louvered pergola with motorized operable roofs, we design it all.
Summary; Pergola Designers – Gardenstructure
We are pergola designers with over 30 years of experience. We create fully custom plans (not kits) that your contractor or you can build anywhere in Canada, the USA, or worldwide. We design for extreme longevity (50+ years) in timber, cedar, aluminum, PVC, or with louvered systems like Struxure. Every plan is unique to your home and taste. Detailed drawings, 3D views, material lists, and lifetime support included. Many of our 1990s pergolas are still perfect today.
Why Choose a Custom Pergola Design from Us?
Most big-box store kits and online plans are one-size-fits-all. They look okay in the picture, but once built they often feel cheap, wobble in the wind, or start to rot in just a few years. We take a completely different approach.
- We design every pergola from scratch for your exact space, style, and budget.
- We engineer them to last 50 years or longer, not 5 to 10 years.
- We use proven details that we developed after decades of real-world successes and learning from early failures.
- Many of our first pergolas built in the 1990s are still standing strong today with zero replacement parts, even without the advanced techniques we use now.
- We can work with any material you love: rough-sawn local timber, Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir, pressure-treated pine, aluminum, steel, PVC, vinyl, or integrated with premium louvered systems like Struxure, Azenco, Apollo, or Equinox.
Materials We Design Pergolas to be Built With–
Rough Cut Local Lumber Nothing beats the authentic timber-framed look. We show you how to source affordable rough-sawn lumber locally and turn it into a heirloom structure.
Western Red Cedar Naturally rot-resistant, beautiful grain, and that amazing cedar smell. Perfect for traditional or modern designs.
Pressure-Treated Pine or Spruce The budget-friendly choice that can still look high-end when detailed correctly. We have tricks to make it last generations.
PVC / Vinyl Pergolas Zero maintenance and clean modern lines. We design them stronger than most factory kits so they never sag.
Metal and Aluminum Pergolas Sleek, contemporary, powder-coated, and incredibly durable. Great for coastal areas.
Louvered Operable Pergolas (Struxure, etc.) We are experts at integrating the Struxure system (and others) into beautiful custom surrounds. We can even design curved or radius versions that most dealers say are impossible.
Curved and Radius Pergolas Yes, we do genuine laminated curved beams and rafters that look hand-crafted and last. No fake “arched” kits here.
What You Get With Your Custom Pergola Design Package
- Detailed construction drawings (PDF and DWG if needed)
- 3D renderings so you can see exactly how it will look before you build
- Complete material lists with cutting schedules
- Step-by-step assembly guide written in plain English
- Engineered footing and connection details specific to your local snow and wind loads
- Lifetime support: email anytime with questions during your build
Your contractor will love our plans because everything is clear and thought out. DIY builders tell us all the time that our instructions are the best they have ever used.
Real Pergolas, Real Longevity
We still get photos from customers who built our designs 25 to 30 years ago. Posts are solid. Beams have not sagged. Joints are tight. That is not luck. It is the result of constant improvement.
Every failure we ever saw (our own or someone else’s) became a lesson. We turned those lessons into better joinery, better water-shedding details, better ventilation, and smarter material choices. Today we confidently design pergolas to last 50-plus years in harsh Canadian winters or hot humid American summers.
Let Us Design Your Dream Pergola
You do not need to settle for a cookie-cutter kit that looks like your neighbor’s. Work with designers who have been doing this longer than almost anyone else in North America.
Tell us about your space, your style (modern, traditional, timber-frame, rustic, contemporary), your budget, and any special wishes (curved beams, built-in lighting, privacy screens, etc.). We will create a pergola that looks like it grew out of your house and landscape.
Ready to start? Click the button below or call 1-800-810-2998 (toll-free in Canada and USA) for a free consultation.
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Pergola Design FAQ
Q: Do you ship physical kits or materials? A: No. We are designers only. You buy materials locally and build with your own contractor or DIY. This saves you thousands and gets you exactly what you want.
Q: How much does a custom design cost? A: Prices start around $850 to $1,500 for most residential pergolas and go up for very large or complex projects. You will receive a firm quote after we review your project details.
Q: How long does it take to get the plans? A: Typical turnaround is 10 to 21 days once we have all measurements and details from you.
Q: Can you design a pergola that meets my local building codes? A: Yes. We include engineered connection and footing details. In most areas a pergola does not require a permit, but when it does, our plans make approval straightforward.
Q: Do you design attached pergolas or only freestanding? A: Both. We specialize in ledger-attached pergolas that look seamless with your house.
Q: Can you add a roof or make it waterproof? A: Absolutely. We design solid roof pergolas, polycarbonate-covered, or fully motorized louvered systems that close 100 percent watertight.
Q: I want a curved pergola. Is that possible? A: Yes, we are one of the few companies that genuinely designs and details laminated curved beams and rafters that last decades.
Q: I already have a contractor. Will they be able to build from your plans? A: Yes. Contractors love our drawings because every measurement and detail is provided. Many builders have told us our plans are the clearest they have ever worked from.
Q: Do you offer plans for pergolas with privacy walls, swings, or outdoor kitchens? A: All the time. Just let us know everything you want included.
Have a question that is not listed? Call us at 1-800-810-2998 or use the contact form. We answer fast and in plain English.
Let’s build you a pergola that your kids will fight over inheriting one day. Contact us today!
