In short: Outdoor gazebo No. 25-12.1 is a wooden gazebo with a hip roof, profiled columns and diagonal braces. Its sliding glass is set further back, and the sides are closed. The warm honey-colored wood stands out sharply next to a modern dark fence. Inside there are a table and benches with backrests, and the size and finishing are agreed individually.
An outdoor gazebo in a new yard
In the photo the gazebo stands in a new suburban yard. Around it is a young, neatly mown lawn, on both sides a dark, almost black fence of horizontal slats, and behind it you can see the neighbors’ houses. On the right, by the fence, grows a tall thuja, which will give even more privacy in future. It is a typical yard of a new residential area with still-young planting, where there is not yet enough shade or a place to hide from the wind.
In just such a place an outdoor gazebo becomes the most important structure in the yard. It gives shelter from sun and rain, and the sliding glass gives protection from the wind, which is often strong in an open new neighborhood. The gazebo stands in a corner of the yard, by the fence, so the rest of the yard stays free for play and relaxing on the lawn.
On the overcast day when this shot was taken, the warm wood seems to light up the yard. This matters in Lithuania’s climate, where gray days are plentiful: a light gazebo of a warm tone brings cozinesss to a yard even when there is no sun.
The gazebo is built on a raised base that rests on separate supports. There is a gap between the floor and the ground, so the underside dries quickly after rain. The floor is raised only a little, so it is easy to step up for children and for older people alike.
In a new yard a gazebo is often built before the trees have grown. Until they have, the gazebo plays the part of a tree: it gives shade and shelter. Later, when shrubs and trees grow up around it, it will become even cozier, surrounded by greenery.
Warm wood against a dark fence
What catches the eye most in this photo is the contrast. The dark, modern fence of horizontal slats forms the background, and the gazebo glows in front of it in a warm honey shade. Such opposite tones bring each other out: the fence looks even more elegant and the gazebo even warmer.
It is interesting, too, that the side walls of the gazebo are clad with horizontal boards, just like the fence. This links the two structures even though their colors differ. The horizontal lines are repeated in both the fence and the gazebo, so the yard looks planned rather than filled in by chance.
If your yard already has a dark fence, dark window frames or a dark roof on the house, a light gazebo can become the accent that is missing. On the other hand, if the yard is already light, you can choose a darker shade for the gazebo. The color of the finish is always discussed when you order, so that the gazebo suits your yard in particular.
The roof is covered with dark brown tiles that go with the color of the fence. So the roof of the gazebo repeats the tone of the fence, while below it the warm wood stands out. It is a simple but effective way of matching colors.
When planning a new yard, it is worth thinking at once about the colors of all the structures: the house, the fence, the gazebo, the shed. When they are considered together, the yard looks like a single concept. The gazebo can be the link that ties the dark and light elements together.
Columns with braces and set-back glass
The roof is held up by straight profiled columns: their lower part is wider, and above a stepped notch the column narrows. At the top, diagonal braces rise from the columns to both sides and form a Y shape. The braces can also be seen inside the gazebo: they support the roof structure and at the same time serve as a decorative element.
The sliding glass is fitted not on the line of the columns but slightly deeper. As a result a covered strip of floor forms at the front and on the side, a gallery along which you can walk under the roof. The glass is set in brown frames and takes up almost the whole of the front and the right side.
The left side of the gazebo and the end of the right side are closed, clad with horizontal boards. They give cover from the neighbors and create a feeling of cozinesss, while the glazed part opens towards the yard and the house.
Columns with braces give the gazebo features of traditional wooden architecture, so it goes well with both a modern house and a classic one. It is one of the most versatile gazebo designs.
The gallery under the roof comes in handy every day. In the rain you can walk along it without getting wet, and on a sunny day it casts a shade that stops the glass from heating up too much. You can put flower pots or a shoe box on the floor of the gallery, so that you do not have to carry mud inside.
Details in the photo
A short summary of what the photo of this outdoor gazebo shows. It is a typical example, not the only possible option.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Hip roof with dark brown tiles | Yes |
| Profiled columns with braces | Yes |
| Sliding glass set back behind the columns | Yes |
| Covered strip of floor at the front | Yes |
| Closed sides of horizontal boards | Yes |
| A table and benches with backrests | Yes |
| Columns of natural trunks | No |
Benches with backrests and a table inside
Through the glass you can see that the gazebo holds a wooden table and two benches with curved backrests. The furniture is light, in the same warm shade as the gazebo, so the interior looks unified. The backrests of the benches are curved, so it is comfortable to sit for longer, suitable both for long conversations and for family dinners.
This is the classic way of furnishing an outdoor gazebo: a table in the middle and benches on both sides. A family or a few guests fit at it, and there is room left to walk around. If you would like more of a relaxation area, a couple of armchairs can be put by the glass, from which it is pleasant to watch the yard, the children playing or the setting sun.
Laukbaldis makes similar tables and benches from solid oak. You will find them in the section oak garden and outdoor furniture, and you can order them together with the gazebo.
When the glass is closed, the furniture stays protected from rain and snow, so it does not have to be carried inside or covered each time. This is one of the most practical advantages of a glazed gazebo.
In the evening, lighting will add cozinesss to the gazebo. A wooden lamp can be hung above the table and a few lanterns placed on the gallery. Warm light looks especially pleasant in a wooden gazebo, and it can be seen through the glass from the house as well.
How to match the gazebo to the fence and the house
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the gazebo is adapted to your yard. Before you call, it is worth thinking about:
- The color combination. Light wood next to a dark fence creates a contrast, while similar tones give a calmer picture.
- The distance to the fence. Leave room around the gazebo so that you can reach the walls and look after them.
- The direction of the glass. The glazed side should face the house or the yard, and the closed one the fence.
- The color of the roof. It is worth matching it to the roof of the house or the fence.
For comparison, take a look at the wooden gazebo with glass and profiled columns No. 25-12 and the gazebo with a porch No. 25-8. You will find all the models in the section wooden gazebos.
Think also about how the gazebo will look from the house. It is often seen through the living-room or kitchen windows, so it is worth having the glazed side and the column side face the house. That way the gazebo will delight you not only when you are sitting in it but also when you look at it from inside. If you plan other wooden structures in the yard, such as a shed or a children’s playhouse, it is worth matching them to the same shade.
Care and ordering
Light wood outdoors keeps a beautiful shade for a long time if it is protected with a coating made for exterior wood. Every spring inspect the floor gallery, the bottoms of the columns and the joints of the braces. When the surface turns pale or water no longer beads up, clean it and renew the coating. Clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand and leaves. In autumn sweep the leaves off the roof, and in winter do not let a thick layer of snow build up. It is worth cleaning the strip between the gazebo and the fence regularly so that damp leaves do not collect in it.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has made wooden products since 1996 and, as the company states, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. To order, call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-12.1. During the conversation you will agree on the size of the gazebo, the glazing, the columns and the color of the finish. If you have photos of your yard, especially of the fence and the house, prepare them: it makes it easier to choose the color combination.
Frequently asked questions
Does a light gazebo suit a dark fence?
Yes, the photo shows that warm wood creates a beautiful contrast with a dark fence. If you would like a calmer picture, a darker color can be chosen for the finish.
What are the braces on the columns for?
The diagonal braces join the columns to the roof structure and make it stiffer. They also give the gazebo the look of a traditional wooden structure.
Why is the glass set behind the columns?
This forms a covered strip of floor at the front, along which you can walk under the roof. The glass stays under the roof and suffers less from slanting rain.
Are the benches with backrests included in the set?
The photo shows a table and benches with backrests, but furniture is discussed separately. Laukbaldis also makes oak garden furniture.
How much room should be left between the gazebo and the fence?
Enough to be able to reach the walls and look after them. The exact distance is worth discussing according to your yard and the space requirements.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-12.1?
Call us and quote No. 25-12.1. We will discuss the size, the glazing, the columns and the color.
