Make Shade: Canopies, Pergolas, Gazebos and More

This traditional white pergola serves as both a shade-maker and a place for flowering vines to flourish. The more the plants grow, the more shade they'll provide. Design by Jamie Durie

Skylights on the roof of this chartreuse covered porch let a little sunlight in, while flowing, romantic curtains can close to create filtered light and additional privacy. Design seen on HGTV's Going Yard

A dark wooden pergola frames this outdoor living area and creates filtered light during sunny afternoons. Image courtesy Viceroy Hotels and Resorts

This poolside cabana in toasty Palm Springs, Calif., provides total shade for tired swimmers. Image courtesy Viceroy Hotels and Resorts