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15 DIY Gazebo Design and Decorating Ideas for Any Backyard

Revive your backyard centerpiece—or build a new one!

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If you're looking to create a space in your backyard where you can gather with friends or shelter from sun and bugs that isn't attached to the house, perhaps you should consider a gazebo. Gazebos have a nostalgic appeal, but these time-honored outdoor hideaways are actually making a comeback in backyards all across the U.S. Today's gazebos can complement any decor style, ranging from traditional to modern to farmhouse. No matter your aesthetic, a gazebo adds interest and beauty to the landscape and offers a cozy, welcoming place to entertain guests. Or, you can simply take a quiet moment there to yourself, all while enjoying the great outdoors. A gazebo can be used for a variety of purposes, including hosting gatherings, dinner parties, or even weddings; providing shelter for a hot tub or grill (hello, grillzebo!); or as an intimate space for reading or reflection.

If you're the handy type, you can build your own gazebo from scratch using just a few simple materials. There are a number of DIY gazebo plans available for free online to help you get started on this exciting outdoor project. Whether you're interested in building your own gazebo or giving the one you already have a much-needed makeover, this round-up of DIY gazebo ideas has got you covered! Simply follow these helpful tutorials to create a beautiful, versatile haven that will keep you coming back outside time after time, season after season.

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Rustic Glam Gazebo

The focal point of this rustic glam gazebo is a stunning whitewash wood beaded chandelier, but the real beauty is in the details. Check out this makeover for tips on how to make your gazebo lounge area more inviting with plants and neutral touches.

Get the look at Liz Marie Blog.

SHOP BEADED CHANDELIERS

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Whimsical Outdoor Cafe Gazebo

Stained glass lanterns and brightly colored patterns bring preppy style to this traditional white wood gazebo. This space is equally perfect for romantic dinners for two or entertaining friends.

Get the look at Atta Girl Says.

SHOP STAINED GLASS LANTERNS

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Colorful Garden Gazebo

It's summertime and the living's easy thanks to this colorful and sunny gazebo refresh. But this charming hideaway can be enjoyed year-round, thanks to a fabric awning.

Get the look at Caradise.

SHOP PAPER POM-POMS

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Black and White Cabana-Style Gazebo

Black and white striped curtains and a few patterned pillows are all you need to create a cabana-style getaway in your own backyard. This tutorial offers an excellent way to bring modern flare to a traditional wood gazebo.

Get the look at Pattie Wack.

SHOP CABANA CURTAINS

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Romantic Iron Gazebo

A gorgeous but rusty grape arbor is brought back to life with the addition of a new iron gazebo and recycled brick patio. Simple white curtain sheers are the perfect romantic (and affordable!) finishing touch.

Get the look at DIY Show Off.

SHOP SHEER OUTDOOR CURTAINS

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Outdoor Oasis Gazebo

Create an outdoor oasis in your backyard with some string lights and palm leaf print pillows. A comfortable rattan sectional makes this gazebo the perfect place for lounging or hosting friends and family.

Get the look at Fancy Things.

SHOP OUTDOOR PALM LEAF PILLOWS

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Farmhouse Dining Room Gazebo

Talk about bringing the outdoors inside. This bright and sunny gazebo provides a window to the outside world while also featuring the comforts of home, including a ceiling fan, track lighting, and even a television.

Get the look at Beyond the Wood.

SHOP FARMHOUSE NAPKINS

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Shabby Chic Gazebo

The sign says it all. The owners of this shabby chic gazebo literally pulled it out of the trash and transformed it into a cozy, charming retreat.

Get the look at Gypsy Farm Girl.

SHOP BURLAP FABRIC

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Upcycled Satellite Gazebo

Believe it or not, this pretty gazebo was constructed from an old mesh satellite dish and low-cost bamboo strips using nothing but a drill and one hand tool. A salvaged tin finial serves as the gazebo's crowning glory.

Get the look at Spotting Rainbows.

SHOP BAMBOO STRIPS

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Salvaged Wood Gazebo

This beautiful wood gazebo was built with love from the remains of an old, rotting deck. Check out this tutorial to see how a backyard eyesore was transformed into a sweet, functional space.

Get the look at An Oregon Cottage.

SHOP OUTDOOR RUGS

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Free Plan: Bali Style Gazebo

This golden-hued gazebo combines Canadian cottage materials, like cedar shakes with traditional Balinese hallmarks, including a raised floor and wide, flared eaves. This free plan even includes a built-in storage space for a cooler.

Get the tutorial at The Classic Archives.

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Free Plan: Grillzebo

If grilling is your game, then this is the gazebo for you! This sheltered space is designed for chilling and grilling, so you can flip burgers for your buddies, rain or shine.

Get the tutorial at The Family Handyman.

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Free Plan: "Made in the Shade" Gazebo

Enjoy the sun—without the sunburn—with the help of this free plan for a gazebo specially designed to provide plenty of shade. This gazebo features a louvred roof that allows air to circulate while protecting you from the elements.

Get the tutorial at Home & Shop Journal.

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Free Plan: Octagonal Gazebo

This classic octagonal gazebo offers a roomy retreat. The free plan includes a complete list of materials and step-by-step instructions and diagrams.

Get the tutorial at Mother Earth News.

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Free Plan: Rough Sawn Wood Gazebo

It may be small, but it has a big impact. This quaint octagonal gazebo is perfect for those on a budget, because it calls for rough sawn lumber, which is usually more plentiful and cheaper than dressed or surfaced lumber.

Get the tutorial at BuildEazy.

Tierney McAfee Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.

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