Baldwin Pergolas is the industry leader in the design and manufacture of custom fiberglass, aluminum and cedar pergolas. Our professional design team has years of experience and are ready to innovate solutions for even the most complex challenges. We work with architects, builders and engineers from around the country to achieve the impossible every day. Our unique interlocking notched rafters and purlins provide additional strength and are a feature that sets Baldwin apart from the rest. Baldwin pergolas are designed for a clean look and easy assembly with minimal tools and experience. The details matter when designing a pergola and choosing a pergola company. Our expertise and years of experience puts Baldwin a "Notch Above". Call us today to get started with your next project. We speak your language!
We work with clients from conception to completion on even the most challenging projects. This project called for a massive curved pergola one hundred feet in diameter and five smaller structures.
Our curved pergolas are an aluminum/fiberglass hybrid design that is achieved by bending and annealing 4x12" aluminum beams. The rafters and purlins are manufactured with fiberglass and everything is built to an exacting tolerance.
We know quality matters, that's why all of our fiberglass is manufactured right here in the U.S.A. and features thicker walls than the competition. We use only the highest quality American made materials whenever possible.
The 10x10" square columns stand atop a 16" retaining wall with inner and outer one inch bevels. This left no room for tradional Tuscan style capitals and bases and required us to custom fabricate a trim package with PVC. Our experienced design team works out the details ahead of time so you don't have to.
At Baldwin we work with industry leading architects and innovators. We constantly challenge the standards of design and quality and we are THE industry leader.
This one pergola was built with 750 purlins. Each one is notched at a left and right angle and interlocks with the rafters to create a more rigid structure.
This project required several smaller pergolas and one massive pergola, the one shown above is the perfect addition to any pool patio.
We allow 0.040" inch tolerance within our notches which makes space for the two coats of primer and paint. With tolerances this high the details are critical for ensuring a perfect fit and finish.
If you are interested in a pergola done right for your next commercial project, call Baldwin today!
From assisted living facilities to charitable organizations we've done it all. We've worked with such notable clients as The Ronald McDonald House, Sunrise, Brookdale and many others.
Looking for a clean contemporary design? Baldwins got you covered! Rules are meant to be broken and we are industry disruptors.
We use highly durable PPG High Perfomance coatings that are available in any color. Pigments can be matched perfectly with a with a spectrophotometer.
All of our shop drawings are done in-house and are available to our clients in DWG form upon request. We do not require complicated and messy non-disclosure agreements.
Safety is important. We respect and understand your organizations safety requirements. Not only do we comply with work site safety requirements, we also will provide Material Safety Data Sheets upon request.
From corporate office buildings to campus beer gardens you can trust Baldwin to get the job done.
Looking for a clean contemporary design? Baldwins got you covered! Rules are meant to be broken and we are industry disruptors.
Sometimes a traditional look just doesn't work. That's where we come in, with our decades of design experience we help our clients find the look that works for them.
All of our shop drawings are done in-house and are available to our clients in DWG form upon request. We do not require complicated and messy non-disclosure agreements.
Safety is important. We respect and understand your organizations safety requirements. Not only do we comply with work site safety requirements, we also will provide Material Safety Data Sheets upon request.
Another beautiful hybrid aluminum/fiberglass pergola that we did for Avalon. We used the same combination of aluminum beams and fiberglass members to create this stunning custom pergola.
This pergola combines a clean modern design with timeless rope lighting perfectly.
We offer a wide variety of electrical options to in-column switches and outlets, concealed in-beam lighting, HDMI and much more.
All of our shop drawings are done in-house and are available to our clients in DWG form upon request. We do not require complicated and messy non-disclosure agreements.
Safety is important. We respect and understand your organizations safety requirements. Not only do we comply with work site safety requirements, we also will provide Material Safety Data Sheets upon request.
This pergola sits atop the Marriot Hotel in Baltimore, MD. It features a contemporary rafter tail architecture and provides a clean modern aesthetic.
This modern pergola design incoporates clean lines and a custom paint color. Overlooking John's Hopkins and the Baltimore skyline this pergola perfectly compliments the roof top patio.
Whether you're a five star hotel, a luxury apartment complex or a high end healthcare facility Baldwins got you covered. Give us a call today to get your project started.
The right lighting is critical to achieving the desired ambiance. At Baldwin we understand that details matter and will work with you to get every detail just right.
Our pergolas are designed to make a statement, challenge conventional design norms and have "presence". We work with our clients daily to help them realise their vision.
This pergola has presence. We utilized our exclusive 4x12" fiberglass pultrusions for both the carrying beams and the rafters.
We refer to this pergola as the diamond pergola because the columns are rotated 45 degrees from square, into a diamond configuration. We are not afraid to defy conventional design norms.
Notice how the railings bow outward? The patio is an elipse. The pergola matches the elliptical shape by varying the rafter lengths.
When we were on our first visit to the site owner Max Baldwin did a charcoal rubbing of the architectural detail above the windows of the home. The rubbing was used to create these keystones.
Our beams are custom manufactured with upward crown so that the weight of the pergola is more likely to straighten the beam than cause the beam to sag. It's the details that matter and the details define Baldwin Pergolas as a company.
We cherish projects like this because they challenge the norms and allow for creativity. This project demonstrates our craft and it's potential.
While our zero maintenance fiberglass pergolas remain as our most popular option we also offer hand crafted cedar pergolas. Over 30 years ago our company was founded by Max Baldwin and specialized in the manufacture of cedar lawn furniture. 30 years later we have emerged as the pergola industry leader but we have not forgotten our roots and we remain true to those roots today. If you are looking for a hand crafted cedar pergola no one does it better than the craftsmen at Baldwin.
This pergola is 12x88' overall and was attached to an existing 20x24' pergola. We work with clients to integrate our pergolas with pre-existing structures in a clean and seamless fashion.
Our expert woodworkers are able to overcome and innovate solutions for the most complex challenges. We are a built-to-order manufacturer and we specialize in custom.
We offer both clear old growth western red cedar and second growth architectural knotty cedar. Our Architectural knotty second growth Western Red Cedar comes from planted trees. These trees may be 60-80 years of age. Our clear grade of cedar is typically cut from trees which are between 1000 and 2000 years old.
Our pergolas are designed not only to be exceptionally beautiful but also functional. We offer a wide variety of shade options from a tight purlin spacing to retractable shade systems.
We were provided with an architects conceptual drawing showing a "soon to be built" student center. The layout was circular and was radiating from the buildings lobby. Max Baldwin scaled the drawing and created a working CAD model. Each rafter would radiate at the appropriate angle.
Our rafters notch down over the tops of the beams. In this case, the beams were positioned at angles, so we notched each rafter at a unique angle, as required to create the semi-circle. This photo shows one of the pergolas laid out on the floor while the other pergola is upside down on the work bench.
There you see one of the pergolas framing an outdoor fireplace. I wonder if the architect noticed that we create a Hexastyle structure. Hexastyle: Having six frontal columns in the pergola, as in some Greek temples. [Greek hexastūlos, having six columns in front.
This is the Commencement Pergola where graduation ceremonies take place. It's 20' deep and 60' wide and needs to repel water. Our first design incorporated a pitched roof with fabric, but was beyond the budget restrictions.
We hired an awning shop to create a massive cover with grommets every four feet. We then fastened special twisting grommet fittings to the top of the pergola. The real challenge was designing the beams to withstand the anticipated weight of the fabric, wind and water.
Within the 2x8 beams are arched steel support assemblies designed like large leaf springs which supply constant upward support to the long spans. These sort of challenges drive us crazy and drive us forward simultaneously. Beaubian construction did the installation and reported back a full success.
Max Baldwin founded Baldwin Pergolas over 30 years ago and is considered a leading expert in the industry. With decades of experience you can count on Baldwin to get the job done right the first time! At Baldwin we care and we have an experienced design and sales team that is prepared to guide you through the process of creating your perfect pergola. Mike Hurlburt is our sales director and is ready to help you design and build your dream pergola TODAY!
All of our columns are high density FRP fiberglass and will last for generations. Our competitors use high density foam or hollow plastic column capitals and bases. We do not. Rather, we use the same high density FRP that is found in our columns to ensure durability and longevity.
Our rafter tails are precision crafted by utilizing cutting edge CNC technology.
Many of our competitors employ a substandard rafter tail design. They achieve their rafter tails by attaching countoured block of foam to a square cut fiberglass tube. We epoxy high density polyurethane foam inside of our fiberglass pultrusions and then precisely cut our contours directly into the fiberglass with a CNC machine.
Max Baldwin and company pioneered the industry standard column mounting system which uses threaded rods to tie down columns to slabs or concrete footings. We use 5/8" inch diameter stainless steel threaded rods that attach at the footing, run the length of the column and are fastened to a structural aluminum assembly at the top of the column. Each threaded rod provides approximately 6000lbs of downward force to prevent uplift.
We use only stainless steel hardware in our pergolas because we believe in using the highest quality materials available. If it's not perfect, it's not a Baldwin.
We carefully design and notch our pergolas to make the structure more beautiful, stronger and easier to assemble. You just match the notches up and it slides together. No measuring is required.
We offer a variety of options from canopy shade systems to vertical curtains.
All of our fiberglass pultrusions and columns are hollow and act as conduit allowings us to conceal any and all wiring. Please be sure to coordinate your lighting, A/V and other electrical needs in advance with one of our design consultants.
We use PPG industrial grade exterior paints and we are able to match any color. In each case, we purchase screw caps to match your preferred color of paint. Our pergolas are built with a designers eye for quality and none of our fasteners are exposed.
Our typical attached pergola consists of a set of main beams running parallel to the house as well as a ledger that connects to the side of your the house. They require less columns, less footings and ultimately a lower price tag. Freestanding pergolas are more popular.
Our pergolas are available in standard sizes for easy pricing, but we can custom tailor the size of your pergola to your exact requirements. Our order form makes this simple and fast. You will need to tell us exactly where you want the centers of your columns. Custom drawings will be created for your review and approval.
We encourage our clients to build shorter pergolas, the ideal height is eight feet. We are able to accomodate taller designs.
We offer a wide variety of column architectures and can easily match existing structures. Whether your looking for recessed, fluted, tapered or smooth, Baldwins got you covered.
We offer a wide variety of column capitals and bases, whether you are looking for a classic or clean modern aesthetic we've got you covered. Our most popular design is Tuscan and we offer Corinthian, Doric, Modern Komposite, Scamozzi and many more.
Baldwin offers a wide variety of rafter tails from the classic designs such as Windsor and Kensington to more contemporary angle cuts. We are able to accomodate almost any custom rafter tail design.
We use only the highest quality industrial PPG coatings and we are able to match any color.
Its the finer details that distinguish a fine home. Baldwin Pergolas allows one to make that distinction with subtle copper flashing. Historically the columns were made of wood and their tops required protection from rain and sun. A sheet of copper would be custom bent to protect the capital. Only a quarter inch of flashing is visible from ground level. We believe that the details define us.
Our pergolas are specifically designed for an easy installation and require only a few tools and no experience. Baldwin offers installation services for clients within 150 miles of our facility in Middletown, CT.
Overhead fabric sun-shades have become more and more popular in recent years. Our preferred shade consists of one large sheet of fabric which extends and retracts. More information is available in our Shade Systems section of the website.
| Overall size | Column centers | Base price | Shade system | Site plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 x 12' | 8 x 8' | $5378* | $1340 | |
| 12 x 14' | 8 x 10' | $5806* | $1470 | |
| 12 x 16' | 8 x 12' | $6234* | $1560 | |
| 12 x 18' | 8 x 14' | $7123 | $1720 | |
| 12 x 20' | 8 x 16' | $7550 | $1890 | |
| 14 x 14' | 10 x 10' | $6300* | $1730 | |
| 14 x 16' | 10 x 12' | $7244 | $1870 | |
| 14 x 18' | 10 x 14' | $7725 | $2080 | |
| 14 x 20' | 10 x 16' | $8207 | $2310 | |
| 14 x 24' | 10 x 20' | $11139 | $2730 | |
| 16 x 16' | 12 x 12' | $7791 | $1880 | |
| 16 x 18' | 12 x 14' | $8325 | $2120 | |
| 16 x 20' | 12 x 16' | $8865 | $2360 | |
| 16 x 24' | 12 x 20' | $11903 | $2940 | |
| 16 x 28' | 12 x 24' | $13080 | $3400 | |
| 18 x 18' | 14 x 14' | $8931 | $2450 | |
| 18 x 20' | 14 x 16' | $9522 | $2720 | |
| 18 x 24' | 14 x 20' | $12669 | $3350 | |
| 18 x 28' | 14 x 24' | $13954 | $3970 | |
| 18 x 32' | 14 x 28' | $15237 | $4900* | |
| 20 x 20' | 16 x 16' | $10178 | $3010 | |
| 20 x 24' | 16 x 20' | $13434 | $3530 | |
| 20 x 28' | 16 x 24' | $14827 | $4050 | |
| 20 x 32' | 16 x 28' | $16220 | $5440* | |
| 20 x 36' | 16 x 32' | $17612 | $6020* |
Joe and Terry MitlyngI have been meaning to send you these pictures of our pergola, showing the Shade Tree awnings, for over a year now. The pictures were taken in September this year, about a year after the pergola was first assembled. My brother and I had just finished washing the pergola with Murphy Oil Soap, and it had that wonderful, like new, honey glow.
Lee HausmanGood to hear from you. My pergola is doing fine and continues to be a great addition to my house. I had a lot of nice parties under it this year and I'm still collecting compliments about it. I hope you and the business continue to prosper and I look forward to adding some more Baldwin furniture to my collection next spring. Cheers,
Dan and Carolyn DeBlasioThe pergola was an easy set up and looks beautiful...just what the yard needed. I will send you pictures. Thanks again.
Tim AurthurThese columns are beautiful. They'd look great in any setting, no matter how splendid. Thank you!
LisaHi Matt I just wanted to tell you how happy we are with the pavilion. The installers you sent today were wonderful. They did a fantastic job. It truly looks amazing! It's exactly what we wanted and we are so impressed with the quality of the structure. Thank you for the attention you gave to our project. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Thank you.
Charlotte LambertoMax, Thought you'd like to see the finished product. We are extremely pleased with our new pergola, and enjoy it almost every evening. Thank you, and have yourself a great rest of the summer!
Nathan MrozThe pergola looks great!
Tim, Cathy, and Elizabeth.It was such a beautiful day on Sunday I had my coffee under the pergola and Sunday night we ate dinner under it. We never spent any time out on the patio in the past.
Patrick DMy friend Max you amaze me a busy business owner reaching out to one customer and providing service that is not common any longer in this country. This is why US production facilities are far and few between and most going over seas, because someone forgot to pay attention to details. Your attention to detail is unwavering. You are a fine American and the team that works at Baldwin I believe can not be matched. A business is only as strong and passionate at its leader. Hats off once again to you and your wonderful conscientious team. First off please let me know my balance for this amazing piece of art that sits behind my home called pergola. Also would like to investigate the sunshade system for big pergola. Thank you again and again. Happy wife happy life! Peace Pat D
Pat D'AuriaHi Chris, We love the pergola and all our neighbors think it is great. The Baims next door are seriously considering doing one next year. Thanks so much for all your help. Pat
We realize that we cannot build every pergola in the world, so we've decided that we'll be the company that builds all the really nice pergolas in the world.
