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A Custom Pergola Made It More Than Just a Lawn — Now It’s a Place to Relax and Catch Up

In a small town outside of Dallas, Texas, the Wilson family had a front yard that looked… fine. Just a lawn, a couple of bushes, and a porch they barely used.

But with the kids growing up and neighbors hanging out more outdoors, they started thinking: What if we actually made this space somewhere we wanted to be?

That thought turned into a project that completely changed how they use their home.

Meet the Wilsons

Dan and Emily Wilson live with their teenage son and their dog, Max. They both work full-time, but in the evenings and on weekends, they just want to chill — without feeling stuck inside.

Their front yard had potential. It was a nice, open space with a clean layout. But there was zero shade, and Texas sun isn’t something you sit under for long.

“We’d sit on the porch for five minutes, and that was it,” Dan said. “Too hot, too bright. We needed something better.”

The Problem: Too Much Sun, Not Enough Comfort

The yard itself wasn’t the issue — it was well-shaped and easy to work with. The real problem?

• Direct sun all day

• No shade or cover

• Couldn’t use the space for anything

• Didn’t want high-maintenance wood or fabric setups

The Wilsons didn’t want to deal with yearly staining, replacing torn canopies, or flimsy patio sets. They wanted something clean, permanent, and solid.

The Solution: A Sleek, Custom Aluminum Pergola for the Front Yard

We helped the Wilsons install a custom aluminum pergola that gave their front yard a whole new purpose.

• Heavy-duty aluminum frame — won’t rust, rot, or crack in the Texas sun

• Motorized canopy — provides shade when you need it, opens up for stargazing at night

• Built-in wind sensor — automatically closes if the wind picks up

• Modern design — matched their home’s trim color for a clean look

• LED lights — so they can hang out even after sunset

• 15-year warranty — and no yearly upkeep needed

What Changed? Basically Everything.

Now, the Wilsons sit out front almost every night. They sip coffee in the morning, read in the evenings, and even have friends over for front-yard happy hour.

“It’s like having a second living room,” Emily said. “People driving by actually slow down to check it out.”

Dan’s Take on It All

“It turned our front yard into a real part of the house. We use it every day — no exaggeration.”

FAQs We Get All the Time

What if my yard is a standard square or rectangle?
Perfect — that makes it even easier to design something clean and sharp.

Is this better than a wood pergola?
Way better. Aluminum doesn’t rot, doesn’t need stain, and holds up in wind and rain.

Can I still use it when it rains?
Yep. The canopy is water-resistant, and with the right angle, rain runs off smoothly.

Thinking About Doing Something With Your Front Yard?

The Wilsons didn’t tear up their whole lawn or spend months remodeling. One pergola turned their plain yard into their favorite hangout spot — and it can do the same for you.

🔥 Quick Question: Are Front Yards the New Social Hubs?

More and more homeowners are creating cozy, social spaces in their front yards instead of hiding in the back.
What do you think — is the front porch making a comeback?

Drop a comment and tell us how you’d use your front yard if it felt more like a living space.