Custom pergola design and outdoor structure design that shapes your backyard into a shaded, functional living space built to last — from concept sketches to final construction.
Pergolas | Pavilions | Gazebos | Arbors | Pool Houses | Shade Structures
Our team designs and builds pergolas, pavilions, arbors, gazebos, and shade structures across residential and commercial properties. We handle permits, HOA submittals, and inspections — you get a shade structure that anchors your outdoor living area and holds its value for decades.
Custom pergola design tailored to your architecture, using cedar, redwood, pressure treated pine, aluminum, and fiberglass materials matched to your climate and budget.
You see your pavilion, arbor, or attached pergola in detailed 3D renderings before we drive a single post.
Structural framing and footings that meet local building codes, wind load requirements, and frost depth standards.
Louvered roofs, retractable canopies, outdoor lighting, ceiling fans, privacy screens, and climbing plant trellises built into the design.
We coordinate with your patio, deck, outdoor kitchen, and drainage plan so the structure fits the landscape — not the other way around.
Pergola design and outdoor structure design requires site grading knowledge, drainage planning, and structural engineering — and Landscapes Unlimited brings all three to every project.
Pergolas, pool houses, gazebos, arbors, and more — every structure tailored to your outdoor living experience with attention to detail and quality workmanship.
Freestanding and attached pergolas that add an elegant focal point while providing shade for relaxation or entertaining.
Your personal poolside retreat, stylish cabana, or multi-functional covered space with a solid roof that protects appliances and lets you entertain through summer storms.
A charming, sheltered oasis — perfect for intimate gatherings, enjoying a sunset, or as a picturesque backdrop at a focal point in the landscape.
Architectural interest over walkways and entries that supports vertical gardening, adds privacy and shade, and visually improves your home's exterior.
From spacious entertaining decks to cozy platforms and multi-level masterpieces, designed to blend seamlessly with your property's natural surroundings.
Ramadas, hammock and swing stands, kid zones, and one-of-a-kind shade structures. With limitless design options, your imagination is the limit.
Pergolas design and outdoor structure design solves specific problems most homeowners recognize long before they call us. Here are five common signals.
Direct sun pushes surface temperatures past comfortable levels between noon and 6 p.m. A properly oriented pergola with 2x2 slat spacing or a louvered roof cuts solar gain and reclaims that space for daily use.
Grills, refrigerators, and stone countertops degrade faster under UV exposure and rainfall. A pavilion or ramada with a solid roof protects appliances and lets you cook through summer storms.
Post rot at grade level, sagging headers, split rafters, and racking frames signal structural fatigue. A design review tells you whether repair or full replacement makes financial sense.
Open lawns without vertical elements feel flat and underused. An arbor over a walkway, a gazebo at a focal point, or a freestanding pergola over a seating area creates rooms within the landscape.
Building the shade structure during hardscape construction saves money on footings, conduit runs, and drainage tie-ins. Retrofitting a pergola onto a finished paver patio costs more and risks damaging the surface.
You'll receive scaled drawings, material options, and a firm construction estimate.
Call 651-216-2883You receive a project schedule at contract signing and progress updates throughout construction.
We walk your property, measure the space, photograph existing conditions, and discuss how you want to use the structure. We check sun paths, utility locations, and setback requirements.
Our designers draft two or three concepts with material recommendations, roof styles, and dimensions. You review 3D renderings and select a direction.
Detailed plans covering footing depths, beam spans, rafter spacing, hardware specifications, and finish schedules — supporting permit applications and HOA approvals.
We submit plans to your local building department and handle revisions until approval. Most pergola permits clear within two to four weeks.
Crews excavate and pour concrete footings, set posts, install beams and rafters, and complete roofing, screening, and electrical rough-ins.
We inspect every connection, apply final finishes, clean the site, and review warranty coverage with you.
A typical freestanding pergola takes 3 to 7 working days to build
Pergola design and outdoor structure design depends on quality materials and hardware, and we source from manufacturers with proven track records.
Outdoor structure design is the planning and engineering of pergolas, pavilions, gazebos, arbors, and shade structures, covering layout, materials, footings, and code compliance before construction begins.
Most custom pergolas range from $4,000 to $25,000 depending on size, materials, and features. A 10x12 cedar pergola sits at the lower end. A motorized louvered aluminum system with lighting and fans sits at the top.
Fall and winter offer faster permit turnaround and open construction schedules. Building in the off season means your structure is ready for spring.
Most municipalities require permits for structures over a set square footage or any structure attached to your home. Permits verify footing depth, wind resistance, and setback compliance.
Yes. Attached pergolas mount to a ledger board fastened into your home's framing. We flash and seal the connection to prevent water intrusion.
A traditional slatted pergola filters sun but not rain. Louvered roof systems, polycarbonate panels, and solid roof pavilions provide full rain protection.
A properly built cedar or redwood pergola lasts 20 to 30 years with periodic staining. Aluminum and fiberglass structures last longer with less maintenance.
Receive scaled drawings, material options, and a firm construction estimate. We handle permits, HOA submittals, and inspections from start to finish.
Estimate Request 651-216-2883Andover is a city in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 32,601 at the 2020 census..
Landscapes Unlimited crews are on Andover properties year-round, so we know the soil, the grades, and the local permitting office. Every project gets the same compacted bases, engineered drainage, and written warranty we bring to all of our paver installation work.
