Create a Secluded Outdoor Space With a Pergola

A private garden can transform how you use and enjoy your outdoor space. Whether you’re relaxing with family, entertaining friends or simply unwinding after a long day, privacy plays a key role in creating a comfortable and inviting environment.

At Broadview, we help homeowners design stylish outdoor spaces that balance openness with seclusion - and pergolas are one of the most effective ways to achieve this.

Why Garden Privacy Matters

Modern living often means closer neighbours and overlooked gardens. Adding privacy not only improves comfort but also helps create a calm, retreat-like atmosphere where you can fully relax without feeling exposed.

Thoughtful garden structures can define areas, block unwanted views and enhance the overall look of your outdoor space - all without making it feel closed in.

Pergolas: A Stylish Way to Add Garden Privacy

Pergolas are a versatile and attractive solution for creating privacy in the garden. Unlike solid fencing or walls, pergolas provide structure while still allowing light and airflow, keeping your garden feeling open and spacious. Positioned over seating areas, patios or dining spaces, pergolas can help zone your garden and create a clear sense of separation from surrounding properties.

What’s more, adding side screens or sliding glass panels to a pergola significantly increases privacy. These features can be positioned to block neighbouring views while still allowing light through from other directions.

Pergola side screens are ideal for:

• Shielding seating areas from overlooking windows
• Creating a sheltered outdoor dining space
• Reducing wind exposure
• Adding a sense of enclosure without permanent walls

Creating a Calm, Secluded Garden Zone

A pergola helps establish a dedicated outdoor “room” within your garden. Combined with outdoor furniture, soft lighting and planting, it becomes a natural focal point that feels separate from the rest of the space. This approach works particularly well for garden lounges, outdoor kitchens, covering hot tubs, as well as entertainment areas.

One of the key advantages of pergolas is their ability to balance privacy with natural light. Options such as adjustable roofs, open slatted designs or fabric coverings allow you to control how much sunlight enters the space throughout the day. And this flexibility ensures your garden remains bright and welcoming, without sacrificing comfort or privacy.

A well-designed pergola doesn’t just improve privacy - it adds value and usability to your home. By creating a sheltered, private outdoor area, you extend your living space and make your garden more enjoyable throughout the year. Pergolas are also a more visually appealing alternative to tall fences or solid walls, blending seamlessly with both traditional and modern garden designs.

Transform Your Garden with a Broadview Pergola

At Broadview, we design and install pergolas that enhance privacy while complementing your home and outdoor space. Every pergola is tailored to your layout, style and lifestyle needs, ensuring a practical and elegant solution. Our pergolas are manufactured by Brustor, Europe’s leading manufacturer in the outdoor shading sector. If you’re looking to create a more secluded, comfortable garden, a pergola could be the perfect addition.

Call us on 01202 679012 to discuss your pergola project and start transforming your outdoor space. Or complete the enquiry form and we will call you back.