Whether attached to your Berks County or Exeter, PA house or as a free-standing structure in the yard, a pavilion is more than just an outdoor roof—when thoughtfully designed, it can really function as an extension of your indoor living space. Pavilions are perfect for shade because they have full protection from the sun, making them a great place to relax and cool off on a hot day. Find the shade you need with a pavilion!
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Choosing a Shaded Pavilion
As opposed to pergolas which also offer partial shade to an outdoor area, pavilions have a roof that covers the entire structure, providing full protection from the sun. Since they are typically made from durable materials, such as wood, metal, and concrete, pavilions are able to withstand the elements, including rain, wind, and snow. With such a diverse variety of styles to complement any landscape or architectural design, there is one for your outdoor space.
A Charming Pavilion for the Patio
Consider a cottage-style twist for your new pavilion. Think about using cedar beams and posts because they hold up well to weather, are extremely durable, and blend the pavilion structure with its natural surroundings. Adding shade to the patio would increase your entertaining area, even when it is warm outside, and let keep your plans with friends for book club night although it is drizzling. Accenting with some reclaimed wood, copper fixtures, and cozy furniture to make this spot ideal for reading a book or sipping a nightcap.
A Pleasant Dining Area Pavilion
Sometimes a pass-through between two parts of a home can seem like wasted outdoor space. Consider adding a pavilion there that spans from one exterior wall to another for an outdoor dining room where you can host late-evening dinners with friends or sip coffee on a lovely morning. Large pots at each post can hold mixed annuals and perennial vines for beautiful color throughout the growing season. Positioning the dining area pavilion so close to the house makes transporting food easy and refilling drinks a step away.
Game Room
A pavilion can also be used to create a game room. Place a pool table, foosball table, or other games under the pavilion roof to create a space where you can have fun with family and friends. You can also add a TV and other amenities to make your game room even more enjoyable.
Pavilion Lighting
LED lighting is a great way to illuminate a pavilion as they are energy-efficient, long-lasting, and produce very little heat, making them ideal for lighting the pavilion. Spotlights can be used to highlight specific features of your pavilion, such as the planters, a bubbling sculpture, or the intricate work of the gable roof, adding drama to the vertical posts and visual height. Floodlights can be used to illuminate the entire pavilion and surrounding areas for safe movement from one outdoor area to another while dimmable interior lights set the mood beneath the pavilion covering.
Illuminate around the perimeter with energy-efficient LED fixtures that emphasize the curated perennial plantings, stacked stone walls that define the planting bed edges, and highlight the textural interest of nearby majestic trees and their wide, leafy canopies.
