Gazebos are garden structures used as somewhere to rest in the shade, somewhere to eat or as somewhere to shelter at parties and weddings. They can also serve as decorative structures if made creatively. They can be found in public gardens and are mostly roofed and open on all sides. They are also referred to as pagodas, kiosks, pavilions and pergolas.
Gazebos have been in existence for many years. Though the origin of the word remains unknown, these structures have been popular for centuries. Initially, gazebos were built on roofs as a shelter to observe the surrounding area.
Gazebos, through the centuries, have been built for different purposes and in different shapes and sizes. The Persians had colourful tents and the Chinese built their tea houses with elaborate designs and patterns. They were also used as somewhere to meditate and pray by monasteries. By the 14th century, the Europeans had started building gazebos in their gardens.
Needless to say, the popularity of gazebos has only increased. With time, the design of the gazebos, the type of material and the building techniques used have undergone changes. These garden pavilions can be built with almost any material. The most popular, though. Pine, cedar and vinyl materials are also popular choices as construction materials.
Gazebos can also be made as temporary structures with a tent-like formation for a large party or a social gathering. Prefabricated gazebos have also made their presence felt. There are quite a few shapes to choose from. Gazebos come in rectangular, octagonal and oval shapes with either a single or double roof. The most popular shape, however, is the octagonal construction with a double roof.
Gazebos can be placed anywhere – near a swimming pool, in the garden or even in the woods. They can be used as a play area, a playhouse or for a plant house. Gazebos can also be built as a cabana and used either as a spa or a guesthouse. They can be built over a pool or a hot tub as well.
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