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Modern Redwood Pergola

When Los Angeles-based interior designer, writer, and founder of HommeMaker.com blog, Orlando Soria, set out to redesign his parents' 1977 home in Santa Rosa, California, he immediately set his sights on the dilapidated shade structure in the backyard. Working with a local contractor and architect on the designs, Soria choose large, 8"x8" redwood timbers to provide support for the structure. Redwood decking and railings were selected for their beauty, durability, and strength. The new deck and shade structure offer a comfortable place to relax just off the remodeled kitchen. A new outdoor living space created underneath the deck offers ambiance and warmth that only natural wood can provide.

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A new staircase and railings made of redwood lead visitors and family members to and from the backyard into the house. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
A new staircase and railings made of redwood lead visitors and family members to and from the backyard into the house. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
New outdoor furniture with bright blue accent pillows were chosen to perfectly complement the deep red hues of the redwood decking, railing, and shade structure. A hanging light and candle-filled lanterns further accent the space. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
New outdoor furniture with bright blue accent pillows were chosen to perfectly complement the deep red hues of the redwood decking, railing, and shade structure. A hanging light and candle-filled lanterns further accent the space. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The new redwood shade structure is just the right size for the backyard and provides additional living space just off the newly remodeled kitchen. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The new redwood shade structure is just the right size for the backyard and provides additional living space just off the newly remodeled kitchen. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The redwood deck just off the kitchen provides a relaxing hang out spot, while the outdoor dining area underneath the redwood shade structure provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The redwood deck just off the kitchen provides a relaxing hang out spot, while the outdoor dining area underneath the redwood shade structure provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
An outdoor dining room underneath the redwood structure provides the perfect opportunity for al fresco dining. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
An outdoor dining room underneath the redwood structure provides the perfect opportunity for al fresco dining. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
Additional outdoor living space was gained in the shade structure remodel. A small guest bedroom has walkout access into the new space. 8"x8" redwood timbers were selected for strength and long-lasting beauty. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
Additional outdoor living space was gained in the shade structure remodel. A small guest bedroom has walkout access into the new space. 8"x8" redwood timbers were selected for strength and long-lasting beauty. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The home was repainted a bright, classic white, which contrasts beautifully with the deep redwood hues. Orlando Soria chose colorful pots and outdoor accessories to further brighten and modernize the space. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas
The home was repainted a bright, classic white, which contrasts beautifully with the deep redwood hues. Orlando Soria chose colorful pots and outdoor accessories to further brighten and modernize the space. Photo credit: Zeke Ruelas