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Arbors, Pergolas, Sheds, and Gazebos

garden structures
Photos: (left) posted by enviropro, (top right) posted by devecseri, (bottom right) posted by toddthetoolman

An arbor, pergola, shed, or gazebo can serve as a focal point in a garden. If you’re seeking design inspiration for a garden building project this season, take a look at the outdoor structures on our sibling site FineHomebuilding.com.

Entry arbor Cedar pergola
Entry arbor posted by Joe Bonici Cedar pergola posted by toddthetoolman
rose arbor Backyard arbor
Rose arbor posted by dan155 Backyard arbor posted by name559594
Garden gate and pergola
Cedar fence, arbor, and gate
Garden gate and pergola posted by enviropro Cedar fence, arbor, and gate posted by capitolatim
Garden shed
Cedar pool gazebo
Garden shed posted by Frostbyte Cedar pool gazebo posted by JeffWestmount
small painted gazebo
Cedar gazebo
Gazebo posted by chabest Cedar gazebo posted by devecseri

 

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