Overhead Landscaping Structures: Gazebos, Arbors, Pergolas in Boise, ID

At Bella Vista Landscaping, we are passionate about providing top-tier services for all things landscaping. For everything from landscape design services to sod and mulch installation to outdoor kitchens and more, we are experts on crafting and curating unique, lovely spaces that match each client’s vision. Today, we’ll be discussing one of our favorite trends: overhead structures. 

Overhead structures for backyards are an increasingly popular feature! While installing an overhead structure or shade may not be the first thing that crosses your mind when thinking of ways to improve your property, there are many reasons why they’re so popular: 

  • Aesthetic appeal: not only can overhead structures be beautiful in and of themselves, they can also serve as structures for vines and other plants to climb, helping to create a lush and living vertical element 

  • Privacy: overhead structures create an intimate and private setting for friends and family to share cherished conversations or a meal. The increased privacy afforded by these structures can cultivate a unique atmosphere that may otherwise not be possible. 

  • UV and weather protection: whether you choose to install a structure with a full roof or a structure with a latticework roof, a little bit of added shade can make your yard far more enjoyable in the summer months here in Boise, ID. 

  • Increased property value: a tastefully installed overhead structure increases curb appeal and helps elevate your yard to a beautiful, high-end oasis. 


When choosing an overhead structure, it’s important to consider your intentions on what exactly you’ll use it for. Do you want increased privacy? A place for an outdoor dining set? A space for outdoor entertaining, or protection from the sun and any inclement weather? You may want to consider what the local weather is like, and if there are specific activities you anticipate will take place in your yard. Perhaps the three most popular overhead structures for clients here in Boise are gazebos, arbors, and pergolas; we love seeing these structures in our clients’ yard, especially when we hear how much they love the installation!


Gazebo

Gazebo is a self-contained structure with a roof and full protection from the elements that serves as a location to overlook the surrounding property. In fact, the word “gazebo” is a combination of the word “gaze” and the Latin suffix meaning “I will.” These charming structures have been around for thousands of years, including in ancient civilizations. Gazebos are typically octagonal, but modern gazebos often come in other geometric shapes. Gazebos increase privacy, provide shade, and increase curb appeal as they provide a place for outdoor dining, a cup of coffee on a cool spring morning, and even as a shelter for a hot tub or other installation.  


Arbors

As a smaller structure with lattice sides and an arched top, arbors are usually decorative archways that emphasize walkways or lead towards water structures, such as a fountain in the midst of a garden. “Arbor” comes from the French word for herb or grass, and are wonderful structures to train vines over. Arbors can beautify your yard while increasing privacy, adding shade, and cultivating a sweetly intimate atmosphere reminiscent of Burnett’s The Secret Garden. 


Pergolas

Pergolas are large decorative structures that traditionally have a flat lattice roof that vines and other vegetation can be trained over. Pergolas provide sun protection and are a charming and aesthetic addition for the plant lover. They create additional space for plants to thrive, whether from hanging planters or for climbing vines; lovers of wisteria, ivy, and honeysuckle often take advantage of the pergola for a beautiful way to showcase their plants. Adding a pergola can give more structure and shape to your yard, as it creates a large, designated space for entertaining. 


At Bella Vista Landscaping, we’re eager to serve our friends and neighbors through exceptional landscaping services and providing meaningful information. We are excited to discuss and visualize each client’s unique vision for their yard, and our design services can help bring your personal oasis to reality. We serve Boise, Eagle, Kuna, Star, Middleton, Meridian, Caldwell, ID and all surrounding areas. Give us a call at (208) 995-3532 or fill out our online contact form today for more information or to schedule a consultation!

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