Many homeowners begin thinking about installing a pergola when the hottest weather has already arrived. This is understandable: summer is often when people realise that their terrace, garden, pool area or outdoor dining space is not as comfortable or usable as expected.
Direct sunlight limits the hours spent outside, lunchtime becomes uncomfortable, outdoor furniture remains exposed and an attractive terrace can be left almost unused during the middle of the day.
For international homeowners on the Costa del Sol, this realisation often happens during a holiday or an extended stay at the property. After months away, they return to their villa, penthouse or apartment and discover that the outdoor space needs more shade, protection and structure.
However, a custom-made pergola is not normally selected, manufactured and installed overnight. Before installation, the space must be studied, the appropriate system identified, measurements checked, access assessed, finishes confirmed and manufacturing and installation coordinated.
This is why it is better to think in terms of planning rather than simply “installing before summer”. The earlier the project is assessed, the more opportunity there is to choose the right solution without making decisions based only on urgency.
If you are still exploring the available systems, start with our guide explaining what a bioclimatic pergola is and how it works.