After four seasons of living with the blazing sun on the rooftop of the new Casita Colibrí, I decided the lone, albeit large, umbrella over the table was completely inadequate in making the terrace compatible with human occupation. Thus, a pergola project was begun. Much web surfing and consultation with friends with engineering and construction experience ensued — including Tom H. (thank you!) who designed and supervised the shade structure at the old Casita Colibrí.
August 1, 2022 – Construction of the pergola begins.
August 1, 2022 – With a crew of 5, the framing went up quickly.
August 1, 2022 – Lamina being attached to the framing.
August 1, 2022 – More welding of the frame (those are sparks in lower center of the photo).
August 2, 2022 – Installing the final lamina panels.
For those engineering folks, here is how the steel posts are bolted to the floor of the terrace.
August 4, 2022 – Tables, plants, and chiminea positioned and wind chimes finally hung.
A huge “muchisimas gracias” to Civil Engineer, Omar Rito and his crew of five for their wonderful work constructing a perfect rooftop pergola in two days!
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Wow! Very cool. Is the whole building yours? It’s just lovely.
Thanks! it’s the private rooftop terrace of my apartment.
Inviting and wonderful ! Good chilling out , also with friends in much shade. Like the outdoor decor and plants !
I’m loving it and have been spending lots of time up there at all times of days. Plants and decor all moved here with me.
Awesome!
Thanks!
Shannon,
miss you over on Crespo; it’s getting dull. But it looks like you really are creating a fine new and better space.
Dale
Aww… that’s nice of you to say. I’m loving everything about my new space.
Sweet Louie!
Gracias Rick!
Perfect! We hope to sit up there with you!
Looking forward to sunset cocktails up there upon your return!
Love before and after aspect of this post. What a great way to share the news.
Thank you; I’m pretty amazed at how it’s all evolved in little over a year.