A Valuable Addition to Any Landscape
Arbors are a beautiful way to incorporate free-standing or complementary structures into landscaping. Like a trellis or gazebo, arbors can provide a focal point or a place for you to train plants to grow.
How is an arbor different from a gazebo, trellis, or pergola? At Cottonwood Landscapes, we can help you see the benefits of the different outdoor structures we offer to our clients and choose the best one for your climate and overall design vision.
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What is an Arbor?
An arbor is typically much smaller than a gazebo or a pergola. They often form an archway that can be walked through, with or without a gate. Oftentimes, arbors will have types of plants that climb and grow around them, such as ivy, wisteria, roses, or grapes. Some arbors may also have swings on the inside (an arbor swing).
Arbors can also be stand-alone structures in your landscaping, serving as a focal point in the yard or along a pathway.
What is a Gazebo
A gazebo is a freestanding, outdoor structure with a roof and open sides. It is often designed in a decorative style, such as octagonal or hexagonal, and can be made from various materials like wood, metal, or vinyl. Gazebos are commonly found in parks, gardens, or backyards. They are used for relaxation, entertainment, or as a focal point in landscaping. It differs significantly from an arbor in two major ways:
- Gazebos have a roof
- Gazebos are large enough for people to gather under/inside
Either one makes a versatile and attractive addition to your outdoor space.
Pros of Arbors
Many homeowners are unsure of the difference between a pergola, arbor, gazebo, and trellis. Let’s take a look.
Visual Appeal: Arbors create a focal point and add a touch of elegance and charm to a landscape.
Visual Appeal: Arbors create a focal point and add a touch of elegance and charm to a landscape.
Privacy: Strategically placed arbors with climbing plants can act as a natural screen, offering privacy from neighbors or busy streets.
Increased Property Value: Arbors are considered a desirable feature, potentially increasing the value of a property.
Support for Plants: Arbors provide a structure for climbing plants like clematis or honeysuckle to thrive.
Garden Entrance: An arbor can serve as a welcoming entryway into a garden or other outdoor area.
Versatility: Arbors can be designed in various styles to complement different landscaping themes.
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We Design Your Dream
Cottonwood Landscapes, LLC can make your dream yard a reality. Not only do we design and install outdoor kitchens and fire pits for Utah homes, but we also build porches, patios, pergolas, and any other outdoor structure that enhances your yard’s natural beauty. We’re experienced with planning outdoor living space, so we understand the best practices for bringing conveniences like gas, electricity, and water into your outdoor structures while still maintaining focus on creating a modern outdoor kitchen that’s high-end and inviting.
If you want your outdoor kitchen designed by a professional, you’ve come to the right place. Our team works with only the best materials and has years of experience. We design spaces that fit in beautifully with the architecture of your home and existing outdoor amenities.
When you describe your perfect al fresco kitchen or fire pit, we listen. A great deal of our own satisfaction comes from knowing you’re satisfied with the final product. Contact us today to start planning the outdoor kitchen of your dreams!
Other Services We Offer
Complement your stunning outdoor kitchen with any of the other landscaping and hardscaping services Cottonwood offers to Utah clients:
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Picture what your yard could be with any number of the services available from Cottonwood Landscapes. When you’re ready to get started on your yard transformation, contact Cottonwood for help achieving your vision.
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