What is a pavilion, and where does it come from? We find out here!
In the 21st century, you can find tons of outdoor living space designs. You could have a patio, a deck, a gazebo, a screened porch, and many other features. What about the pavilion? Mid-Atlantic Deck & Fence offers pavilions in central Maryland, but what exactly are they, and where did they come from? This brief history of pavilions will help you appreciate them even more!
What Is a Pavilion?
A pavilion is an open air structure with a solid roof that can be tent or dome-shaped. It is a secondary building that is usually permanent. It can be made of different materials, such as wood, vinyl, or metal, and it can be placed at the end of a path, along a path, on a high point, or any other place where it becomes a landscape feature and functional landing spot on an outdoor property.
A History of Pavilions
Pavilions have been around since ancient times; in the far east, they might be called pagodas, which are religious towers with characteristically sweeping rooflines. The word “pavilion” derives from the French word “pavillon” and the Latin word “pavilio.”
Throughout the history of the United States, even since the early days, pavilions have both been a specific kind of outdoor shade structure and an overarching term for various ones. They could be temporary or permanent, and they could resemble tents or ancient Greek and Roman temples. Other names for pavilions in 18th and 19th century America are “summer houses” and “temples.” The idea that pavilions were like small, ornamental temples could come from similar European structures and Greek Revival architecture.
The most complete, authoritative description of the history of pavilions can be found through the National Gallery of Art.
Pavilions Today
Pavilions today are perfect for hosting outdoor parties, resting in a garden, or housing practical items like swimming pool or serving equipment. They are permanent structures that are most often made of wood, vinyl, or metal, and can sit in any place, including on your deck or patio. Mid-Atlantic Deck & Fence is happy to carry on the tradition of installing beautiful pavilions/pagodas for your home in Maryland!
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Mid-Atlantic Deck & Fence has almost 30 years of experience in building beautiful custom fences, gazebos, screened-in porches, and decks throughout the state of Maryland. We have the expertise to design your dream fence or custom deck and have it installed in a headache-free process. Give us a call at 1-800-833-9310 or visit us online for a quote today! We offer many different styles of fencing and decking, in addition to custom options designed specifically to suit your preferences and tastes. To see examples of our work and get more tips on how to choose the right decking for your family, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Houzz, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn.