Outdoor Entertaining 101

A Gazebo Getaway

No backyard retreat is complete without a spot to sit back and enjoy it all. Cooled by ceiling fans and gently lit, this gazebo can be enjoyed through sizzling afternoons and well into the cooler evenings.

Four painted canvases mounted on the ceiling both dress up the structure and prevent birds from roosting in the rafters. Location is just as important as style, however. Gazebos built near the house provide a nice transition between house and garden, while those located in the center of a yard or garden afford a respite from summer sun and great views.