Wooden Pergola Kits

Wooden pergola kits are the usual choice in most gardens. Wood is a natural material and therefore gentle on the eye, especially in a more traditional garden. It also has a warmth to it, and it can be beautifully crafted - even if it is by machine!

Even though we often associate wood with a cottage garden, some of the more modern pergolas can look very chic and elegant.  

Clean lines and simple forms set off the planting really well, with the plants softening the edges and emphasising the contemporary feel of these wonderful structures.

Here are some pergola pictures to give you ideas and inspiration, with links to places where you can buy one of these lovely garden features for yourself. Explore to your heart's content!

Wooden Pergola Kits 

• Traditional Pergola Designs
• Walkway Pergolas
• Modern Pergola Designs
• Attached Lean-To Pergola Designs
• Corner Pergola Designs
• Asian Pergola Designs
• Rustic Pergola Designs
• Circular Pergola Designs
• Pergola and Deck Kits
• Arbours, Arches and Swing Seats
• Canopies, Shade Sails and Awnings
• Gazebos

Traditional Pergola Designs

This beautiful pergola looks like a lean-to, but is a traditional four post pergola set outside a french window giving it the feel of another room in the house; and how gorgeous does it look!

Of course, you could do this with any of these traditional pergolas. It means that you don't have to think about installing a ledger board to the house to support the beams and rafters. For some, this can be a simpler solution.

Here we have a good standard pergola with a smooth finish. It comes in 21 different sizes and is available in this natural light green or a dark brown. Very versatile.

This traditional square or rectangular pergola kit will suit most.

Here we can see how it can be used in a completely different way.

This one comes in 42 different sizes and has a choice of eight rafter tails. There is sure to be one to suit you space.

A large pergola, at 4.8m square, makes a really substantial outdoor room. It has curved braces, adding a somewhat different and elegant touch.

A good finish is a feature of planed wood. Not only does it seem to weather better, it also takes a preservative or paint finish well.

This is it in entirety. Available in this light green or a dark brown. Then it's all about the accessories or plants. That's the fun bit!

There are an amazing amount of sizes and configurations, here, with decking options and balustrades. These are slightly different in style having the rounded rafter tails and a smooth even curve for the braces.

...or add shade sails for a very modern touch.

This one has a double beam, which changes the feel of the pergola, making it have a chunky, more sturdy feel.

The 'feet' on this one give a more substantial feel to the pergola, as well as the double beam.

Next to these French doors, this double-beamed pergola looks a treat. It is made from fir wood, and although a softwood, has excellent structural properties.

This is a great example of a traditional pergola available in many sizes. What a roomy and beautiful place to sit. It can also be used as a walkway, or with a hot tub in half and an attractive relaxation space in the other, with maybe lights and loungers.

There are many lovely ideas for traditional pergolas here...

Lattice trellising makes this pergola into a modern cosy retreat.

Purlins add extra shade and can be topped with a waterproof roofing material, if you wish.

And then we have the substantial handmade oak pergolas. Expensive, but real quality and very hard wearing.

Even though I say it myself, experiences has taught me that it is sometimes less costly and more expedient to use a manufactured pergola kit, especially if you would like planed wood.

Some of these standard kits are such fantastic value that it really isn't worth buying the raw timber and making it from scratch (other times it most definitely is), and unless you want the pleasure of creating it yourself, think carefully before doing a DIY build. In fact, I bought my own main pergola as a kit for that very reason!

However, if your garden needs a very specific custom size, or if you want to craft something completely unique, either in size or style; for instance, if you have decided to go for a particular size post or rafter tail, an unusual configuration or want to make something like an Asian-style curved rafter pergola, that's when building it yourself becomes the perfect option. If that's you, you can grab my custom step-by-step plans here..."

Walkway Pergola Designs

Walkways are different. They are different type of pergola, any standard pergolas can be used as walkways, or as they are sometimes called rose walks.

Ultra modern walkway pergola with separate picture frame walk-through arches make a real statement. Choose the size and quantity of arches you need.

Round pergolas give a feeling of calm and serenity. This fabulous rose arch walkway can be left as a feature in its own right or clothed in climbing plants.

This one comes in 5 rafter tail designs and 21 sizes.

What a beautiful walk way this is! It comes in several different sizes and will make a truly wonderful feature in your garden.

Modern Pergola Designs

Doesn't this look sleek! A modern box pergola coming in many different sizes. The sheer size of this one gives it stature.

Adding a slatted panel can make a real impact and give the pergola a very contemporary style. The clean lines and horizontal slats achieve this effect.

Coloured edges can transform a look. What a wonderful seating area this is.

Chunky wood makes this into a wonderfully relaxing area, as it looks so solid...and inviting!

If you are looking to build a custom timber frame, you can also explore modular pergola bracket kits for fast assembly. These use wooden posts and rafters very simply attached with metal brackets and can be built in a matter of a few hours.

Attached Pergola Lean-to and Carport Designs

An extra room outdoors!

The longer pergolas have an extra post, but the shorter ones have a clear view, which I know can be important to many of my readers. These range in length from 2.4m to 4.8m.

This attractive, quality, attached lean-to pergola has a polycarbonate roof to keep out the weather.

Well built, substantial and modern, making a fantastic area attached to the house.

Here we have a traditional style attached lean-to pergola. These are great because they are well-built and come in 21 different sizes!

And here we have a wonderful and modern box patio pergola.

A gorgeous Asian design! This pergola is bigger than it looks. It works very well in front of patio doors.

Use as a carport, entranceway or an extra outdoor room.

Corner Pergola Designs

Versatile and attractive, this corner pergola is large enough for sizeable garden furniture.

Chic with its lattice roof, this is a true triangular pergola, so will fit nicely around the corner of a patio, a requirement many ask for.

Beautiful corner pergola design with the curved support beam.

A sturdy oak corner pergola makes a lovely seating area.

Asian Pergola Designs

A true pagoda style; a must in a Japanese garden!

Use the dragon pergola for a feature, for dining or just relaxing. See how to make a dragon style corner pergola for yourself with the iconic curved rafters.

Rustic Pergola and Arches

Round posts and rafters make for a very natural, organic structure.

Circular Pergola Designs

So many potential uses! This pergola is best built from a kit because of the curved support beam.

A modern, chic statement piece.

Round and domed pergolas have a wonderful, peaceful quality, in fact this pergola kit is even called 'The Zen Garden Pergola'.

Pergola with Deck Designs

This is the Ultima pergola with its distinctive features. There are so many different configurations of balustrading and sizes to choose from.

Arbours, Arches and Swing Seat Designs

A traditional romantic haven.

Ultra-modern and interesting, this would sit well in any contemporary garden design.

Two corner arbours with seats slightly different in design. Explore many more where they came from.

A lovely arch with curved rafters and added interest with the trellis panels.

Canopies, Shade Sails and Awnings

There are very few wooden pergolas with retractable canopies. Now they tend to be made of aluminium.

However, this Ultima pergola has stood the test of time. It is available with or without decking and balustrade and comes in many different sizes.

 A shade sale can look really amazing if you have something to attach it to...very Mediterranean.

Gazebo Designs

Would you rather go for a really substantial, heavy duty apex gazebo, which can be put to many uses, including the cover for a hot tub, dining and relaxing areas, barbecue and bar shelters? There are so lots around, and there are lots of different sizes and styles to choose from. 

Many people contact me about larger gazebos in which to house dining and seating areas, or even hot tubs.

It is a substantial structure and may be worth considering a kit rather than a self-build.

There are different roofing choices, including treated timber, shingle, felt and polycarbonate. It just depends on your preference.

Choosing Your Pergola Kit

Before making the final decision on your pergola kit design, make sure that the pergola style is going to blend in with your overall garden design. Your pergola needs to fit seemlessly, as if were made for the space. A feature pergola is fine for the middle of a lawn. However, a long, walkway pergola needs somewhere to go!

There are so many different ways to use a pergola in the garden.  For entertaining an attached lean-to pergola is ideal, a circular or hexagonal pergola gives an intimate feel and a pergola canopy with an awning can lend protection against the heat, providing welcome shade. So many interesting ways to make your garden an interesting place to spend time!

I hope these pergola pictures have given you some ideas on which pergola kit you might like to buy.

Pergolas, gazebos, arbours and arches really do make a statement in a garden, giving it height, interest and a wonderfully welcoming space in which to entertain or simply relax.

Choosing the right material is a big part of the planning process. If you want to compare these wooden pergola kits against other styles and materials, head over to my main page on the different types of manufactured pergola kits.

When you are finished, try adding fabulous furniture and accessories to make the area a welcoming and cosy corner.

...or how about covering your newly acquired pergola in wonderful climbing plants. They really are the icing on the cake.

How stunning is that!

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