You can make your outdoor space more beautiful, more comfortable, and more inviting by adding things that provide shade and make the space feel like a blank painting. To reach all of these goals, pergolas are a great option. What is a Pergola? A pergola is a flexible outdoor building that usually has vertical posts that hold up horizontal beams and an open roof or lattice. The idea behind pergolas is to make you feel enclosed and close to nature while still letting air flow and connecting you to the outside world. People use them for many things, from blocking the sun to making their outdoor area more interesting from an architectural point of view. Benefits One of the main reasons to think about getting a pergola is that it can provide shade. With a pergola, you can get out of the hot sun and enjoy your outdoor area, even on the hottest days. To adjust the amount of sun protection, you can cover your pergola with cloth, climbing plants, or canopies that can be pulled back.