Kinds of Garden Structures

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A gazebo is a roofed building or structure open on all sides providing a view of the area surrounding it, generally used for relaxation and/or entertainment. It is freestanding or attached to a garden wall. It is used to provide shade and shelter.

A pergola is a structure that forms a shaded passageway or sitting area. It consists of upright posts supporting cross-beams. A pergola is often covered with woody vines such as grape vines. It can be used as an extension to a building, or a walkway between pavilions.

A terrace is a patio area that is attached to the house. It is typically raised above ground level and generally does not have a roof. (This is not addressing the issue of a sloped area that requires terracing for use and erosion prevention.)

A pavilion is a temporary or semi-permanent structure used in gardens. A pavilion is typically a large and airy garden room with a high peaked roof similar to a large canopy.

The image above is a remains of the 1992 Expo in Sevilla, Spain.

This pavilion, designed by Michel Pinseau, is one of the most beautiful pavilions from the 1992 world expo. This pavilion, based from a traditional Moroccan Palace (3 stories tall), was a gift from Moroccan King Hassan II to Spain's King Juan Carlos.

The Hyawonjeong Pavilion is probably the most photographed structure at Gyeongbeok palace in Seoul, South Korea.

An arbor is an open structure often built under trees. They are created to provide an enjoyable and shaded seating in nice weather. It can also be used as a divider in the garden or as a garden entrance. It may be free-standing or attached to another building or structure in the garden. It is often covered with vines.

A patio is an outdoor living area typically attached to the home. The word patio is of Spanish origin and means, backyard or back garden.

A trellis is a framework of wooden, bamboo, and/or metal strips or bars, often woven, welded, or tied together to support climbing plants.

An obelisk is a four-sided tapering structure that can be used to support climbing plants and vines. Plans are available to build an Obelisk. Most obelisks are solid structures such as the one pictured below.

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