Phoenix outdoor shade
Aluminum pergolas for Phoenix patios, pools, and open spaces.
Freestanding aluminum pergolas bring comfortable architectural shade to Phoenix patios, pools, and outdoor entertaining areas.
Local experience
30+ years designing Arizona shade
Licensed contractor
ROC 310332 · Phoenix showroom
“Our experience with Shade by Design was first rate from start to finish. Our salesman Jim, Laser Measurer expert Mike, Installers Rober…”— John Gondella
Why homeowners choose it
Comfort that fits your space.
- Create a distinctive outdoor destination beside a pool, patio, or entertaining area.
- Choose a freestanding structure when an attached cover is not the right fit.
- Select a durable, low-maintenance aluminum system built for the desert climate.
Free in-home consultation. Bring photos, measurements, or simply a sense of how you want to use the space.
Designed for Arizona
We plan freestanding pergolas around sightlines, furniture, and the way the sun moves through your yard.
Designed for Arizona
Your structure is designed to feel intentional with the architecture and finish of your home.
Common questions
Planning your project.
Every outdoor space is different. These answers can help you prepare for a free in-home consultation.
Where does a freestanding pergola work best?
Freestanding pergolas can create shade where an attached cover is not the right fit, including beside pools, patios, and open entertaining areas.
Are aluminum pergolas suited to the Arizona climate?
We select durable, low-maintenance aluminum systems designed for long-term outdoor use in the Phoenix climate.
Can a pergola coordinate with an existing patio cover?
Yes. We can consider placement, finish, proportions, and how the two structures work together across the outdoor space.
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Free in-home consultation
One call does it all.
Tell us about the space you want to use more, and we’ll help you find the right way to shade it.