Pergolas, Fences, and Decks
North Coral Landscaping designs and builds custom decks, pergolas and fences for Winnipeg homeowners looking to create more functional, comfortable and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces.
Outdoor Structures Designed Around Your Landscape
A deck, fence or pergola can do much more than define a space. A well-designed deck can create a natural transition between your home and yard. A pergola can help turn an open patio into a more comfortable outdoor room. Fencing can add privacy while helping establish the layout and character of the property.
As a landscape design-build company, North Coral looks at how these elements work together with patios, planting, elevation changes, pathways and other features throughout the yard. The result is an outdoor space that feels cohesive from the beginning.
Your outdoor structures should feel like they belong in your landscape — not like they were added as an afterthought.
Choosing the Right Material for Your Project
There is no single material that makes sense for every deck or pergola. The right choice depends on how you want the finished space to look, how much maintenance you are comfortable with, your budget and how the structure fits into the rest of your property.
| Material | Why Homeowners Consider It |
|---|---|
| Composite decking | Durable, lower maintenance and available in many colours and styles |
| Cedar decking | Natural appearance, graceful aging and natural resistance to rot |
| Brown-treated decking | Durable and generally more economical |
| Cedar pergolas | Natural appearance that can age attractively over time |
| Fir pergolas | Natural look with good resistance to rot |
| Brown-treated spruce fencing | Practical combination of durability, appearance and value |
Material selection is discussed as part of the design process so that the finished structure makes sense for both the property and the larger project.
Custom-Built
One of the biggest differences between a basic installation and a landscape design-build approach is that the structure is planned around the site.
North Coral does not approach pergolas, decks and fences as prefabricated products that simply need somewhere to go.
We consider questions such as:
- How will you actually use the space?
- Where should people naturally enter and move through it?
- How much privacy is needed?
- How does the structure relate to the home?
- Are there patios, gardens or elevation changes that need to be incorporated?
- What materials make sense visually and practically?
- How should the space feel when everything is finished?
From smaller properties to larger backyard transformations, the same design process is used to create a solution that reflects the client’s needs and the realities of the site.
Our Design-Build Process
Keeping design and construction under one team helps maintain clear communication between the homeowner, designer and people building the project.
1. Consult
We begin by walking the property with you, discussing your goals, how you use your outdoor space, your project scope and your budget.
2. Proposal
The project is developed into a clear scope outlining the work, responsibilities and expected deliverables.
3. Design
Where design work is required, concepts are developed and refined using site measurements and visual plans so that important decisions can be made before construction begins.
4. Construction
Once work begins, your project lead keeps you informed while coordinating the construction process and other project logistics.
5. Completion
The project concludes with cleanup and a final walkthrough to review the finished work with you.
Wooden decks, fences and pergolas create defined areas within your outdoor space.
Custom Decks
Every property and every homeowner uses their outdoor space differently. That is why our decks are designed around the site rather than built from a one-size-fits-all plan.
North Coral works with a range of decking materials depending on the look, maintenance requirements and budget of the project.
Composite Decking
Composite can be a strong option for homeowners looking for long-term durability with less ongoing maintenance. It also provides a broad range of colours and styles, making it easier to coordinate the deck with the home and surrounding landscape.
Cedar Decking
Cedar provides the warmth and character of natural wood while offering natural resistance to rot. It can be left to age naturally and works particularly well in landscapes where a softer, more organic appearance is desired.
Brown-Treated Wood
Brown-treated lumber offers a more economical option while still providing a durable outdoor structure. It can be a practical choice when the priorities of the project favour function and value.
Depending on site conditions, decks may also be supported using screw piles. This can be particularly useful in situations where ground movement or settlement is a concern, such as around some newer homes.
Fences & Privacy Features
Fencing is often less about creating a focal point and more about making the rest of the yard work better.
A thoughtfully placed fence can create privacy, establish boundaries, frame a patio or garden and help separate different areas of an outdoor space.
North Coral typically builds wood fencing using brown-treated spruce, providing a practical balance of durability, appearance and cost.
Fence construction is completed in-house by our post-setting and carpentry team, allowing the work to remain coordinated with the rest of the landscape project.
Featured Project: Montrose
Custom Pergolas
A pergola can help define an outdoor space, introduce shade and structure, and make an open patio or seating area feel more intentional.
North Coral’s pergolas are custom-built for each property rather than installed from prefabricated kits. The design can take into account factors such as lot size, how the space will be used, the surrounding landscape and the homeowner’s preferences.
Pergolas can be constructed using several wood options:
Brown-treated spruce provides an affordable and durable option.
Cedar offers a natural appearance and can be allowed to age gracefully over time.
Fir provides another natural wood option with good resistance to rot and attractive aging characteristics without the need for chemical treatment.
Whether the pergola becomes a focal point or a quiet extension of the patio, the goal is to make it feel like part of the overall landscape rather than a separate structure placed in the yard.
Featured Project: Ruskin
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