Heights Project: Black Steel Slat Pergola in Houston Heights
A compact Heights backyard turned into a modern outdoor room — a black steel pergola with horizontal slat panels over pearl gray pavers, with a slatted privacy wall and a screened utility enclosure.
Located in Houston’s Heights neighborhood, this project transforms a compact backyard into a clean, modern outdoor living space. A custom black steel pergola with horizontal slat panels creates a defined lounge area, offering shade, privacy, and a striking architectural focal point.
The patio was rebuilt with large-format concrete pavers in a cool gray tone, bordered with dark charcoal brick that adds contrast and a finished edge. A matching slatted enclosure was added to conceal utilities, keeping the layout streamlined and clutter-free.
Along the fence line, low-maintenance grasses and textured plantings soften the hardscape and introduce subtle movement and color. Together, the updated structure, refined paver layout, and simple landscape palette create a polished outdoor retreat designed for everyday relaxation and effortless entertaining.
- 01Pearl Gray Pavers
- 02Black Steel Pergola
- 03Slatted Privacy Wall
- 04Utility Enclosure
- 05Perimeter Landscaping
- 06Outdoor Lighting & Fan
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