Seeking design inspiration for your backyard landscaping? These pergola and patio roof ideas will transform your outdoor space into a stunning retreat. Is your backyard in need of a makeover?

Vernazza recommends adjustable or louvered pergola roofs as the ideal design, allowing control over sun exposure and rain ...

Alternatively, the pergola can be fitted with LED lights in the columns or profiles. A multifunctional design beam can also be fitted with heating elements and speakers.

Wooden cross members can then be attached to the uprights to form the 'roof ... be bolted together and designs can be made to measure. Select the site for your pergola carefully.

If the structure is intended to be a focal point as a result of detailed craftsmanship or aesthetic design, a retractable roof mounted above the pergola would allow the details to remain in full ...

Elisabeth Weiss-Tessbach It's simpler and cheaper to put the solar panels at roof level The pergola-style designs remain very rare, given their additional installation, maintenance and planning ...