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Angie's List: Smart pergolas are the hot trend in outdoor living

Posted at 12:22 AM, Oct 13, 2016
and last updated 2016-10-13 10:23:40-04

Americans love to relax in the open air, which is why outdoor living is a $5 billion-a-year industry in the United States.

And what better way to enjoy your outdoor living than with a beautiful pergola. 

Regular pergolas have been around for centuries, dating back to Ancient Rome, but a recent trend is taking your patio dreams to a whole new level. 

Smart pergolas allow you to control the amount of sunlight that comes through them - giving you the option to keep them open and let the heat out, or close them up when the rain starts coming down. 

Watch the video above to find out why a 'smart pergola' may be the right option for you.