Pergolas

Improving the exterior of your home can have a huge impact on its overall appearance and functionality. Pergolas and awnings are two shading solutions that not only add an aesthetic dimension, but also increase living comfort. In this article, we will look at how pergolas and awnings enliven exteriors and bring new possibilities to your outdoor spaces.

Although the sun sets late in the summer, it would still be a shame to deprive yourself of the opportunity to spend pleasant summer evenings in a pergola, summerhouse or terrace. Outdoor lighting has its own rules - read which safety standards it must meet and how to light even with no electricity.

Have you ever come across the term biophilic? It expresses a love of nature and the need to bring as many natural elements as possible into everyday life. Biophilic design is an architectural approach that connects our living spaces with nature. It’s an increasingly popular trend and a pergola is one of the easiest ways to enjoy it.

Pulling down your roller shutters today or taking a shelter in a pergola with a cold drink in your hand, you may not think about the fact that shading from excessive sunlight has been with humanity since prehistoric times. Our ancestors may not have had blinds with smart controls, but the need to protect themselves from the sun, wind and rain had accompanied them since the beginning of time. Well, what did shading look like in the past and which of these ancient methods have survived up to these days?