Shade sails and pergola: 50 ideas for the terrace – A spicy Boy

Shade sails and pergola: 50 ideas for the terrace

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Explore our selection of ideas for shade sails, pergolas and awnings in modern style and create a beautiful relaxation area on your outdoor terrace! Did you know that, just like the decoration of the interior of the house, that of the outdoor area also obeys different tendencies?

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Yes, the appearance of your terrace has consequences on the look of your house and it is for this reason that it is important to pay attention to its decoration.

Shade sails and pergolas for terrace: idea of ​​light and modern canvas

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So, in the early spring, we take care of the plants and flowers, clean our outdoor lounge furniture or replace it … In short, we prepare for the arrival of beautiful sunny days! During this time of year, it is also important to think about the protections you will prefer to provide in your outdoor area a shaded area that will be pleasant even during the hottest months of the year. At present, there are several ways to create such a zone: the pergola, of course, but also the gazebo, awning, canvases and shade sails.

Pergolas, gazebo, awnings, canvases and modern shade sails for outdoor terraces: what do you prefer?

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The pergola is one of the most popular choices for those lucky enough to enjoy an outdoor terrace. It is modern, exists in versions made of several materials and it can be adorned in a thousand ways. Handymen are free to make it themselves. As for those who prefer designer products, they have the opportunity to choose between several brands and their elegant models. Only downside of the pergola, it is not easy to install in all outdoor spaces. Mini-gardens and small terraces are not always suitable for the installation of a building of this type. So, instead of beautifying your outside, it may clutter and deprive you of this sweet feeling of freedom that gives us the time spent on the terrace.

Shade idea with modern style patio awning

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For this case, as well as for homes whose owners would not like to have additional construction in their gardens, there are other modern possibilities. The awning is one: it is practical and occupies less space than the pergola. Depending on your wishes, it can be permanently attached or foldable to open only when it is used.

Canvases and shade sails for a trendy and chic terrace

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Curtains and shades are another interesting option that is available nowadays. Made in different fabrics, most often with a water-resistant layer, they are very simple to set up anywhere in a garden, including over a swimming pool. Thanks to the lightness of the materials they are made of, these products never seem bulky. In addition, they bring you a feeling of freshness thanks to their ability to let the breeze cross them without hindrance.

Sun protection on the modern terrace: the choice of solution is endless!

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Like contemporary tents, some of these canvases and sheers are also covered with a film that will protect your skin from the sun’s rays. Their original shapes, like the triangle and the round, will give a beautiful air to your terrace. The images available in our gallery illustrate models of all these ways of protecting the sun on a modern terrace:

Example of Corradi’s design shade sails

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Shade sails for modern style garden landscaping

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Shade sail and patio deco with a view

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Shade sails and sun shelter: modern models for terrace with deck chair

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Triangle shade sail for large terrace

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Modern shade sails: flexible and adaptable to the pool

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Chic terrace with shade sail in black

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Terrace with triangle shade cloth

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Deco patio idea with canvas and shade sail

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Small veil of shade and modern sun shelter

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Modern pergola with canvas: idea for terrace

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Small outdoor area with shade curtains

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Triangle shade sails in two colors for deco terrace chic

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Modern canopy and sun shelter for terrace and patio

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