In short: Gazebo with a covered terrace No. 25-2 is a wooden structure that combines an enclosed glazed room and an open terrace under one hip roof. The roof is held up by profiled columns with diagonal braces, and the walls of the room are made of large sliding glass in black frames. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed individually with each customer.
Two in one: an enclosed room and a covered terrace
At first glance this gazebo resembles a small summer cottage with a gallery. In its center is an enclosed room, two sides of which are almost entirely glazed. Around it, under wide roof overhangs, runs a terrace with a wooden floor. In the photo the terrace wraps round the room at the front and on the left, so an L-shaped space forms under the roof.
Such a solution gives you two different places for relaxing at the same time. In the glazed room you can sit on a windy or cool evening, and on the terrace on a warm day when you want to be outdoors but not in the blazing sun. Because the terrace is covered, rain does not fall directly on its floor, so chairs or flower pots can be left there.
The roof is a hip roof covered with an anthracite-colored material whose pattern resembles small tiles. It is low and wide, with a pronounced horizontal cornice. The cornice board and the columns are finished in a warm honey shade, so the dark roof and the dark glass contrast nicely with the light wood.
The photo was taken on an overcast day, so the colors are true, without strong reflections of the sun. You can see clearly that the gazebo has just been built: the yard around it is freshly laid out, and cables still stick out near the terrace. So the photo shows well how such a structure looks in a real yard that is still being tidied.
Profiled columns and diagonal braces
What sets this gazebo apart most is its columns. They are not simple straight posts: several narrowings and edges are carved into the surface of each column, so the post looks as if it were made of several parts. This profiled shape recalls traditional Lithuanian wooden architecture, with its porch posts and the verandas of old farmsteads.
At the top the columns are joined to the roof beam by diagonal braces. They play both a structural and a decorative role: they strengthen the joint between post and beam and at the same time create a cozy, frame-like silhouette. Seen from the front, the glass between the columns and braces looks like framed pictures.
The columns stand at the edge of the terrace, so they do not get in the way of entering and do not block the view through the glass. The terrace floor is made of wide planks, and its edge is clearly visible: the gazebo stands on a wooden base, slightly raised above the paving blocks.
Profiled columns do not suit every style. They look best with houses that have wooden cladding, patterned cornices or roofs of traditional shapes. If your house is very minimalist, simpler columns can be chosen, which is discussed when you order.
Summary of the photo
A short list of what can be seen in this typical example:
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Hip roof with wide overhangs | Yes |
| Covered terrace | Yes, at the front and on the left |
| Sliding glass | Yes, large, in black frames |
| Profiled columns | Yes |
| Diagonal braces under the beam | Yes |
| Horizontal boards at the corners | Yes |
| Natural trunks | No |
The glass here is especially large: it reaches from the floor almost up to the roof beam. The glass is dark and reflects its surroundings, so in the daytime the interior is hardly visible from outside. Next to the glass and at the corners the walls are clad with horizontal boards. Through such large panes you can see almost the whole yard from inside, so even when the sections are closed you feel as if you were outdoors.
What a gazebo with a covered terrace is good for
An ordinary glazed gazebo has one space, either closed or open. A gazebo with a terrace gives more freedom. A few examples of how this comes in handy every day:
- at a celebration guests can spread out: some sit at the table inside, others on the terrace with coffee;
- children play on the terrace, and the adults see them through the glass;
- on a rainy day you can step out onto the terrace to breathe fresh air without getting wet;
- on the terrace it is convenient to take off your shoes or leave wet umbrellas before going inside;
- the terrace floor stays cleaner than an open terrace, because the roof covers it.
Another advantage is flexibility in different seasons. In spring and autumn more time is spent in the enclosed room, and in summer life moves to the terrace. So a gazebo with a covered terrace is used almost all year round, not only for the few warmest weeks.
The wide roof overhangs protect not only the terrace but also the glass and walls. Rainwater runs off further from the room, and in summer the high sun heats the glass less. This keeps the temperature in the room more pleasant, and the wood is wet less often.
An enclosed gazebo with a terrace next to the house
In the photo the gazebo is built right next to the dwelling house, in a yard laid with paving blocks. This is a convenient spot: it is only a few steps away, it is easy to bring food or dishes, and there is no need to lay a long path. The gazebo becomes a continuation of the house, an outdoor living room where you can spend a large part of the summer.
When building a gazebo close to the house, it is worth thinking about colors. Here the dark roof of the gazebo repeats the tone of the roof of the house, and the honey-colored wood goes with the light facade. So the two buildings look like one ensemble, even though they are quite different. If your house has other colors, the roof covering and the shade of the wood can be chosen to match it.
It also matters which way the glass walls face. If fields, a garden or a pond open up behind the gazebo, the glass is worth turning that way. If your neighbor’s plot is nearby, you can choose a more closed side with a board wall.
A paving-block yard under the gazebo has a practical benefit too. It is level, firm and easy to maintain, and there is no need to mow grass around the terrace. After rain no mud forms by the entrance, so the terrace stays clean. Of course, the gazebo can also be built on a lawn; what matters is that the base is level and firm.
What to discuss and how to order gazebo No. 25-2
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the size and finishing are agreed according to your needs. When you call, quote No. 25-2 and discuss:
- how large the enclosed room should be and how much space you want on the terrace;
- on which sides the terrace will be: one, two or around the whole room;
- how many walls will be glazed and what color of frames will suit your house;
- whether the columns will be profiled as in the photo or simpler;
- where the gazebo will stand and what its base will be.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked since 1996 and, according to the company, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. The company is based in Dapkiškių village, Tauragės district.
If you want to see more similar solutions, look at the gazebo with glass and a covered gallery No. 25-8.2, the garden gazebo with a covered passage No. 25-8 and the yard gazebo with chamfered corners No. 25-6. You will find all the works in the section wooden gazebos, and furniture for the terrace and the room among the oak outdoor furniture.
Care of the terrace, columns and glass
A covered terrace is better protected from rain than an open one, but its edges, especially on the windy side, still get wet. So it is worth inspecting the floor planks every spring. If the surface has become paler or rough, or water no longer beads up, it is time to renew the coating made for exterior wood, such as oil, glaze or another suitable product.
Profiled columns have more edges and grooves than smooth posts, so dust or moisture can settle on their horizontal surfaces. Once a season it is worth wiping the columns and checking that the coating has not worn off. The same goes for the joints of the braces with the beam, which are the places where the wood works hardest.
Sand, needles and leaves collect in the tracks of the sliding glass, especially if trees grow nearby. Clean tracks let the sections slide easily and quietly. The glass can be washed with ordinary window-cleaning products, and dark glass reflects its surroundings especially nicely after washing.
In winter it is worth sweeping snow off the terrace floor, and a thick layer of snow off the roof if a lot builds up. This way the wood will stay dry and tidy longer, and in spring it will be easier to prepare the terrace for the new season.
Frequently asked questions
Can the terrace go around the whole gazebo?
In the photo the terrace is on two sides, but its position and width are agreed when you order. Only typical examples are shown, so the decision depends on your needs and your plot.
How are profiled columns different from plain posts?
Narrowings and edges are carved into the surface of profiled columns, so they look more decorative and recall traditional wooden architecture. Plain posts look more restrained and more contemporary.
Can I sit in the glazed room in the rain?
Yes, the roof protects from rain and sun, and closed glass stops the wind. You can also stay on the covered terrace during rain without getting wet.
Can the gazebo be built next to the house?
Yes, in the photo it stands right next to a dwelling house on paving blocks. Such a spot is easy to reach, and the colors of the roof and wood can be matched with the house.
How do I look after a covered terrace?
Inspect the floor planks every spring and renew the coating made for exterior wood when the surface becomes paler. In winter sweep off the snow so that the wood stays dry longer.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-2?
Call us and quote No. 25-2. We will discuss the size of the room and the terrace, the glazing, the columns and the roof covering.
