Partial shade
Spaced slats or beams that break the strength of the sun while keeping the feeling of an open space.
Construction services
Steel Pergolas in Riyadh
Outdoor structures for seating areas and walkways that add function and beauty to the space. We discuss measurements, material, anchoring and finish according to site conditions before defining the scope of work.
Why it matters
A pergola that serves the space before it decorates it
A pergola is an open outdoor structure that defines a seating area or a walkway in the garden or on the roof, and provides partial or full shade depending on how it is covered.
Its success depends on answering one simple question before design: how and when will the space be used? An evening family seating area needs a different design from a walkway used at midday or a barbecue corner. The work covers garden pergolas, steel pergolas, and pergolas with fabric or slat covers.
Materials
Pergola materials
| Material | Advantages | What to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Steel | High strength, allowing slim designs and longer spans between columns | Needs proper treatment and paint to resist rust |
| Steel with fabric cover | More shade with little weight on the frame, and many fabric colors | Fabric tension is checked after windy seasons, and the fabric is cleaned of dust regularly |
| Steel with metal slats | Control over shade density and slat angle, with low maintenance | Needs rust-resistant paint and a color that suits the facade |
Shade level
How much shade do you need?
More shade
Closer beams or a fabric cover that increase the shaded area without closing the top completely.
Full cover
A closed roof that protects from sun and rain, and needs a design for water drainage.
Adjustable cover
Fabric sections or slats whose position can be changed by time of day and season, as far as the design allows.
Before design
What we review before designing
- Purpose of the space A seating area, a walkway, a dining or barbecue corner, or shade for a window or entrance.
- Dimensions and movement The clearance needed around furniture and walking paths, and a comfortable height that does not feel cramped.
- Sun direction When the space is used determines the direction and density of the beams.
- Matching the facade Color, material and column shape that suit the building and the other garden elements.
- Add-ons Such as lighting, fans or side screens, so their points are prepared during execution.
Final specifications are set after assessing your needs and the site, and are documented in the work proposal before any work starts.
How it works
Execution stages
- Site visitInspecting the site, taking measurements and discussing the use and the desired look.
- Written proposalSetting out the materials, measurements, type of cover and finish.
- FabricationFabricating and treating the frame, and preparing the cover elements.
- InstallationInstalling on site, with the columns fixed in the way that suits the ground.
- HandoverReview, handover and an explanation of how to care for the pergola.
If you have photos of designs you like, send them with a photo of your site; they help us understand what you want and suggest what really suits your space.
Complete spaces
A pergola as part of an outdoor room
A pergola is often built as part of an integrated design for the outdoor space that includes the seating area, privacy screens and lighting. If you are planning a complete space, see our Outdoor Rooms service.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What pergola materials do you work with?
We build pergolas from rust-treated steel, with a fabric cover, metal slats or no cover, for gardens, seating areas and walkways.
How is a pergola's design decided?
By the purpose of the space, the dimensions and movement around the site, the level of shade and cover, and harmony with the facade.
Does a pergola provide full shade?
The level of shade and cover is set according to the client's preference and how the space is used, and it is agreed before execution.
Contact
Planning a pergola?
Send a photo of your site, approximate measurements and any designs you like, and we will suggest a pergola that suits your space.
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