Sa'iyda Shabazz is a freelance writer who lives in Los Angeles. She mostly writes about the intersections of race, sexuality, class, gender and parenting, as well as other lifestyle topics. Her work ...

The pergola is one aspect of ancient architecture that remains relevant today. Pergolas date back to ancient Egypt, but the concept itself might have come much earlier. The evolution of pergolas has ...

This gorgeous pergola from Jen Woodhouse, has been built atop a floating backyard deck. The pergola was constructed using Simpson Strong-Tie brackets, that made the building process straightforward ...

This stylish pergola by @in_vest_homes is built from welded black metal. The straight lines on the side wall and roof give it ultra-modern panache. The generous size allows for seating and dining ...

With a simple outdoor grill and a few benches, you already have a basic backyard perfect for cookouts and get-togethers. But if you really want to design the perfect patio, pergolas are almost ...

A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

There are different outdoor features that add beauty to a home. One of these is a pergola. Let’s not talk this time about how a pergola is different from a gazebo and an arbor. Suffice to say that a ...