We were planning to build a conventional patio roof when we discovered Yardistry. It cost less to get their gazebo and it sure looks a whole lot better than the typical flat roof carport type structure that is the norm. Building it turned our yard from a hot and glaring place (we pretty much live in a desert) into a shady spot where we love to hang out. And it became the center of our back yard wedding a few months later. Putting it together is straightforward and it became a family building event. The quality is remarkable for the price we paid: solid wood and quality fasteners and accessories.