22. Additional Shades from The Trees. Carport ideas attached to house don’t just rely on canopies and pergolas to provide security for the parking area. Sometimes, these structures are not enough to protect the car from sun exposure. Therefore, it is worth considering building a carport close to the trees. The Sky Box House designed by Garg Architects in Panchkula, India has a beautiful outdoor area framed by a sleek pergola which forms a sort of arch linking the top of the exterior wall to the roof of the building. It’s a simplified interpretation of the traditional pergola, with thinner lines and a different geometry. Classic Stone. Design by Z+ Interiors LLC / Photo by Amanda Kirkpatrick. This carport attached to a classic, New England-style home couldn't be prettier. A hanging lantern on the ceiling ensures the area will always be nicely lit when coming and going late at night or early in the morning. Continue to 9 of 22 below. Also, a 32” X 16” wooden pergola attached to the house with a customized wooden wall for the TV on a structured bench with the same finishes matching the Outdoor Kitchen. The project also consist of outdoor furniture by The Patio District, pool deck with gold travertine material, and an ivy wall with LED lights and custom construction with Garage Pergola Installation Steps. 1. Design the Rafter Tail. Photo by Kolin Smith. Clamp a 2×4 to your work surface. Use a combination square to measure and mark lines across the board 1 and 4 inches from its end. On the 1-inch line, make a tick mark 1½ inches from the top edge of the rafter. ejLJj.