In short: Large gazebo No. 25-26 is a wooden gazebo with a wide dark brown hip roof, under which there is a spacious open terrace and a room glazed with sliding glass at the back of it. The roof is held up at the front and sides by six profiled columns with diagonal braces. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed with each customer individually.
A large gazebo where the terrace matters more than the walls
In most glazed gazebos an enclosed room takes up the greater part, and the terrace is only a narrow strip. In this example it is the other way around. The glass room is pushed to the back, and at the front, under the same roof, spreads a wide wooden terrace. It is so spacious that a long table with benches and loungers would fit in it freely, and holding a small celebration would be no trouble at all.
This is a large gazebo in the true sense of the word. Its roof is wide and low, considerably wider than the room itself, so from a distance the structure looks like a big wooden roof on columns with a bright glass room tucked beneath it. The look recalls traditional farmstead barns, only far more elegant.
The photo was taken on an overcast summer day. The gazebo stands on a suburban plot surrounded by fruit trees, shrubs and grapevines, which climb along a trellis support on the right. On the left you can see a neighboring house with a red tile roof, and on the right a brick building. In front of the gazebo are a lawn and a path of pinkish clinker paving blocks, and a small garden lantern stands on the lawn.
A spacious gazebo with a terrace like this suits large families and those who often receive guests. When a dozen or so people gather, not all of them would fit in an enclosed room, but under a wide roof there is space for everyone. If it starts to rain, nobody has to run inside, because the roof covers the whole terrace.
A large gazebo proves its worth every day, not just at celebrations. On the wide terrace you can dry laundry on a rainy day, children can play when the grass is wet, and the owners can do small garden jobs under the roof: repot flowers, prepare seedlings or mend tools. When there is a lot of room, it always finds a purpose. This is especially valuable on a farmstead, where there is no shortage of outdoor work all season.
Six columns and a wide roof
The roof is held up by six large columns. In the photo four stand along the middle of the front and two more at the corners of the terrace. Each column is carefully worked: narrower sections are carved in its middle and lower parts, so a heavy timber looks lighter and more decorative. At the top each column is joined to the roof beam by two diagonal braces that form the letter Y.
The columns and the terrace are covered with a rich reddish-brown finish. It contrasts with the dark roof and the green lawn, and at the same time goes with the clinker path in front of the gazebo. This shows that the colors were chosen with the surroundings in mind.
Carved columns like these are often seen in Laukbaldis gazebos. They give the structure a handmade feel and set it apart from standard prefabricated constructions. Each column differs slightly, because the wood has its own pattern, knots and rings.
The hip roof is covered with dark brown bitumen tiles, and its edges project well beyond the columns. The wide overhang protects not only the terrace but also the glass room: on a sunny day it casts a deep shadow, so the glass heats up less, and rain does not reach it even when the wind blows.
There are no railings between the columns, so the terrace is open on all sides. You can step onto it from anywhere, and the view of the garden stays unobstructed. If small children play in the yard or the terrace is higher above the ground, railings can be planned when you order.
The arrangement of the columns also matters when planning furniture. Wide gaps remain between the columns, so a table or loungers can be placed almost anywhere. When planning your own gazebo, think about where the biggest pieces of furniture will stand, so that a column does not end up where you need it least.
The glass room at the back of the terrace
At the back of the terrace stands an enclosed room. At its front is sliding glass in dark frames, on the left a dark door, and the right part is clad with horizontal boards. The glass faces the terrace and the garden, so even with it closed you can see the whole terrace and the lawn beyond it from the room.
This arrangement is very practical. In the room you can keep things that should not get wet: cushions, tablecloths, games or dishes. On a cooler day you can sit here with the glass closed, and on a warm day you can open it and join the room and the terrace into one large space.
The room in the photo is still empty, so each customer can choose its purpose. For some it will be a dining room, for others a lounge with a sofa, and for others a summer kitchen with cabinets and a countertop.
If you plan to use the room as a summer kitchen, discuss the wiring and the place for a worktop in advance. Then it will be convenient to eat on the terrace, and the food will be prepared just a few steps away, under the same roof.
Summary of the photo
The table lists the details that can be clearly seen in this typical example.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Wide hip roof with dark brown tiles | Yes |
| Spacious terrace under the roof | Yes |
| Profiled columns with braces | Yes, six |
| Sliding glass | Yes, at the back of the terrace |
| Door to the room | Yes, on the left |
| Railings around the terrace | No |
| Foundation on supports | Yes |
The foundation and the path around the gazebo
The whole gazebo is raised above the ground and rests on supports – gray concrete blocks can be seen under the edge of the terrace. A gap remains between the ground and the floor through which air circulates, so the lower boards and beams dry faster. The edge of the terrace is finished with a board that covers the foundation frame.
In front of the gazebo runs a path of pinkish clinker paving blocks. It follows the whole edge of the terrace and leads on into the garden. Such a path does several jobs: it separates the lawn from the terrace, so it is easier to mow the grass, it keeps mud off the boards and helps rainwater run away from the foundation.
If you plan a large gazebo, the foundation is worth discussing especially carefully. The bigger the roof and the terrace, the more important it is that the supports are firm and evenly spaced. The foundation depends on the soil and the size of the gazebo, so the decision is made for each plot separately.
The garden lantern on the lawn by the path points to one more thing, lighting. A large gazebo looks best in the evening with light from several points: lamps under the roof over the terrace, light in the room and low lanterns along the path. It is most convenient to lay the power cable to the gazebo at the same time as the foundation is built.
What to discuss when ordering a large gazebo
On its website Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, and the size, finishing and equipment are always agreed individually. For a large gazebo it is worth thinking through in advance:
- The ratio of terrace to room. Which matters more to you, open space under the roof or an enclosed room?
- The number of people. How many guests usually gather at celebrations?
- The purpose of the room. A dining room, a lounge or a summer kitchen.
- Railings. Whether you will need them at the edges of the terrace.
- Lighting. A large terrace will need several lights in the evening.
For comparison, also look at other works: the gazebo with a large terrace deck No. 25-11.6 and the glazed gazebo with a terrace all around No. 25-23. You will find all our work in the section wooden gazebos, and furniture for the terrace in the section oak garden and outdoor furniture.
Care and ordering No. 25-26
A large terrace under a roof is easier to maintain than an open one, because rain barely reaches it. Even so, it is worth inspecting the edges of the terrace and the bottoms of the columns every spring and, if the coating has faded, renewing it with a product made for exterior wood. In autumn sweep the leaves off the roof and the terrace, and in winter make sure that too much snow does not build up on the wide roof.
Clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand and leaves, which are easily carried in from the terrace. After rainy days, open the glass and air the room.
The columns at the edges of the terrace deserve a closer look – slanting rain and snow reach their bottoms, so the coating wears faster there than elsewhere.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has been making wooden products since 1996 and, according to the company, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-26 – we will discuss the size of the gazebo and the terrace, the columns, the glass and the foundation.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit in such a gazebo?
That depends on the size you choose, because it is agreed individually. In this example the wide terrace under the roof seats far more people than an enclosed room alone would.
Will the terrace stay dry in the rain?
Yes, the wide hip roof covers the whole terrace, and the water runs off beyond its edge. So there is no need to run inside when it rains.
What is the glass room at the back of the terrace for?
You can sit in it on a cooler day and keep things that should not get wet. With the sliding glass opened, the room joins the terrace into one space.
Can railings be added around the terrace?
Yes, the terrace in the photo has no railings, but they can be planned when you order. This is especially useful if small children play in the yard.
Does a large gazebo need a special foundation?
The bigger the roof and the terrace, the more important it is that the supports are firm and evenly spaced. The foundation is chosen according to the soil and the size of the gazebo, so it is worth discussing when you call.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-26?
Call us and quote No. 25-26. We will discuss the size of the terrace and the room, the columns, the glass and the foundation.
