4 Reasons Why a Pergola Will Boost Your Backyard's Appeal 4 Reasons Why a Pergola Will Boost Your Backyard's Appeal For homeowners who have been cooped up inside for months, the outdoors are the new indoors. One way to improve your outdoor space is to install a pergola. Ana Durrani, provided by FacebookTwitterEmail For homeowners who have been cooped up inside for months, outdoors is the new indoors. Whether you're gearing up for spring or you're lucky enough to live in the small section of the country that hasn't been experiencing freezing temperatures lately, this is a great time to think about maximizing your outdoor space—and one of the best ways of doing that is to install a pergola.