Ever wandered through your Animal Crossing: New Horizons island and thought, “I wish I could personalize a pergola to perfectly match my vibe”? While the game doesn’t have a single item officially called a “pergola” that you customize like a DIY workbench, your creative spirit absolutely shouldn’t be dampened! 🏝️ The essence of a pergola—an open, arched structure often used to define a serene outdoor space—is totally achievable and highly customizable through clever use of in-game items.

My Personal Take: From spending countless hours designing my own island, I believe the hunt for the perfect “pergola” look is part of the fun. It pushes you to experiment with unexpected item combinations, and the result is a truly unique outdoor nook that reflects your personal design story. It’s all about creativity over a single specific item!

🛠️ How to Build Your “Pergola” Foundation

So, how do you create this coveted structure? You’ll be combining various items to mimic the classic pergola look. It’s like building a fantastic puzzle for your island.

The “Pergola” Base: Arches and Pillars

The key to nailing the structure lies in using arches and pillars. The covered counter is a fantastic base that can act as a sturdy pillar. For the overhead beams, the wooden pergola item (often available through the Nook Shopping catalog or special promotions) is your golden ticket! It provides that perfect slatted roof look.

Don’t have the specific “wooden pergola” item? No worries! Get creative with:

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Simple pillars and beams from the DIY recipes unlocked in the Happy Home Paradise DLC. These are incrediblyversatile for building custom structures.
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The arched window wall placed outdoors can also create a beautiful illusion of a defined space.

🎨 Unleashing Your Style: Colors and Themes

This is where the magic happens! Your “pergola” can be anything you dream up.

Changing Colors with Customization Kits

Many of the items you use, like the covered counter, can be customized with customization kits at a DIY workbench. This allows you to change the wood tone or primary color to match your island’s aesthetic, whether it’s natural wood for a rustic feel or white for a clean, modern look.

Popular Theme Ideas:

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🌿 Bohemian Garden: Surround your structure with hedges, hyacinth lamps, and mix in cushionsand a rattantable set.
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🍹 Poolside Lounge: Use light woodtones, add a poolside bed, and maybe even a cocktail glassitem on a iron garden table.
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✨ Romantic Evening: Drape the area with star fragments, nova lights, and garden lanterns. The wedding pergolafrom the June event is a perfect (though time-limited) centerpiece.

✨ Decorating & Lighting: The Final Touches

A structure becomes a space with decor. Lighting is especially crucial for creating ambiance after your island’s sunset.

Furniture to Define the Space:

Place furniture underneath and around your pergola to define its purpose.

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For Dining: Iron garden table and chairs, log dining table.
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For Lounging: Rattan armchair, outdoor benchwith cushions, hammock.
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For Decoration: Potted plants, garden wagon, statues.

Magical Lighting Options:

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Paper lanterns and floor lamps provide a soft, warm glow.
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String lights hung on the surrounding walls or trees are a classic choice for a cozy atmosphere.
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Don’t forget the enchanting cherry-blossom lantern during spring!

💡 Pro Tips for the Ultimate ACNH Pergola

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Layer Your Items: Use a combination of rugs, fencing (lattice fenceworks great!), and climbing walls (faced backwards) to add depth and privacy to your spot.
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Play with Elevation: Building your pergola on a second or third-level cliff can offer stunning views and make it a true island highlight.
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Incorporate Nature: Let flowers and hedges grow around it naturally. Planting climbing vinesfrom your Kapp’n’s boat tour islands on nearby cliffs can add a lush, vertical element.
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Background Details: Consider what’s behind your pergola. A custom design panel with a window pattern or a simple simple panelwith a custom design can create a fake “wall” for more intimacy.

The bottom line? In Animal Crossing, the question isn’t “Can it be customized?” but rather “How far will your imagination take you?” There’s no single right answer, and that’s the beauty of it. Your perfect pergola is waiting to be built, one creatively placed item at a time. The only limit is your creativity—and your inventory space! 😉

🛠️ ​​How to Build Your “Pergola” Foundation​​

🎨 ​​Unleashing Your Style: Colors and Themes​​

✨ ​​Decorating & Lighting: The Final Touches​​

💡 ​​Pro Tips for the Ultimate ACNH Pergola​​

🛠️ How to Build Your “Pergola” Foundation

🎨 Unleashing Your Style: Colors and Themes

✨ Decorating & Lighting: The Final Touches

💡 Pro Tips for the Ultimate ACNH Pergola