Pergolas & Louvred Systems

Louvred Pergolas & Outdoor
Rooms for Melbourne Homes

From classic timber pergolas to motorised louvred roof systems with glass walls and integrated heating — outdoor spaces you can use every day of the year.

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The Melbourne Problem

Melbourne Has a Weather Problem.
We Have the Answer.

Sunny at 9am. A cold front by noon. Scorching by 3pm. Rain by dinner. Locals call it four seasons in one day — and it's not an exaggeration. For homeowners who want to genuinely use their outdoor space year-round, a fixed pergola or shade sail simply doesn't cut it.

A louvred pergola with motorised blades gives you complete control — open for sun, angled for shade, closed in 10 seconds when the rain arrives. It's not just a structure. It's an outdoor room that works with Melbourne's weather instead of surrendering to it.

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Hot Summer Days

Angle the louvres to filter light and keep the space cool — or open fully for natural ventilation.

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Sudden Downpours

Close the louvres in 10 seconds. Rain channels silently through the frame and exits through the posts.

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Cool Winter Evenings

Close the louvres, activate the infrared heater, slide the glass walls across. You're warm and sheltered.

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Perfect Autumn Days

Open the louvres completely. Invite the light and breeze in. Sit at the table and stay there all afternoon.

How It Works

What Is a Louvred Pergola?

An aluminium-framed outdoor structure with adjustable roof blades that rotate to control sun, shade, ventilation and rain — giving you a genuine all-weather outdoor room.

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Control Light & Shade

Tilt the louvres to your preferred angle throughout the day — full sun, filtered shade, or complete cover. Change it in seconds.

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Weatherproof When Closed

Louvres close to form a sealed roof. Integrated drainage channels in the frame carry water silently away through the posts — no gutters, no dripping.

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Natural Ventilation

Open louvres allow a natural cross-breeze to flow through — keeping the space comfortable on warm Melbourne evenings without ceiling fans or air conditioning.

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Remote & App Control

Motorised systems close at the touch of a button — remote control, wall switch or smartphone app. Optional rain sensor closes the louvres automatically when moisture is detected.

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Integrated Heating

The Pergolux infrared heater clips into the gutter rail via SnapFIT™ — no drilling, no exposed cables. Weatherproof year-round. Extends Melbourne evenings well into winter.

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Glass Wall Screens

Full-height framed sliding glass panels enclose the sides of your pergola — open on fine days, closed in seconds when wind or rain picks up. The final step to a fully enclosed outdoor room.

Wondering which pergola style suits your space? We’ll come out and show you.

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Pergolux Systems

Three Models. One Standard of Installation.

PERGOLUX Preferred Installer — Victoria

We are a Pergolux Preferred Installer and Trade Professional Partner in Victoria — Australia's leading motorised outdoor roof system. The new S4 range brings faster installation, smarter controls and a 10-year warranty across all three models.

Entry Level

Pergola 4

Pergolux Pergola 4 manual louvred pergola Melbourne

The entry point into S4 louvred living. Manually adjusted aluminium louvres via hand crank, RapidLouver™ quick-assembly system and RainLUX™ integrated drainage. A premium outdoor structure — no electricity required for the roof.

  • ✓ Manual louvre adjustment via hand crank (0–120°)
  • ✓ RapidLouver™ — up to 75% faster roof assembly
  • ✓ SnapFIT™ no-drill accessory channels
  • ✓ RainLUX™ integrated rain drainage
  • ✓ 6063-T5 aluminium — double-layer powder coat
  • ✓ 10-year structural warranty
Most Popular

Pergola 4 Pro

Pergolux Pergola 4 Pro motorised louvred pergola Melbourne

Close your entire outdoor roof in seconds from anywhere — motorised louvres via remote, app or smart home. Built-in dimmable LED strip lighting in every beam. The most-chosen S4 system for Melbourne entertaining areas.

  • ✓ Motorised louvres — remote, app & smart home control
  • ✓ Apple Home, Google Home & Amazon Alexa compatible
  • ✓ Built-in dimmable LED beam lighting (warm white or RGB)
  • ✓ Optional rain sensor — closes automatically
  • ✓ SnapFIT™ channels (2 per beam) for accessories
  • ✓ 10-year structural warranty
Premium

Pergola 4 Pro Max

Pergolux Pergola 4 Pro Max premium louvred pergola with LED louvres Melbourne

Everything the Pro delivers — plus 50% wider louvres opening to a panoramic sky view, and LED lighting built directly into every blade. Engineered to span up to 6m without a centre post, for cleaner sightlines and design flexibility.

  • ✓ Motorised louvres — 50% wider for panoramic open-sky views
  • ✓ LED lighting integrated into every louvre blade (warm white)
  • ✓ Spans up to 6m without a centre support post
  • ✓ Apple Home, Google Home & Amazon Alexa compatible
  • ✓ Three SnapFIT™ channel positions (beams + posts)
  • ✓ 10-year structural warranty
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Pergolux Preferred Installer & Trade Professional Partner — Victoria

As a Pergolux Preferred Installer and Trade Professional Partner in Victoria, our clients receive genuine Pergolux systems, professional installation built to the Elevated Build Standard™, and full access to warranty support. Not all installers are equal — preferred installer and trade partner status means trained, accountable, and backed.

Sizing & Configurations

Standard Sizes — Or Combine for Any Footprint

Pergolux systems come in seven standard preset sizes. For larger entertaining areas, multiple units are installed side by side to cover virtually any space.

3 × 3 m
3 × 4 m
3 × 5 m
3 × 6 m
4 × 4 m
4 × 5 m
4 × 6 m
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Need a Larger Area?

Multiple Pergolux units can be installed side by side or in an L-configuration to cover almost any footprint. We've installed twin-pergola configurations covering 8×5m and larger. Tell us your space and we'll design the right layout — at no charge during consultation.

Complete the Space

Accessories That Transform a Pergola
Into an Outdoor Room

The pergola structure gives you weather control. The right accessories give you a space you'll use every single day — winter included.

Pergolux infrared heater Melbourne

Infrared Heater

1500W / 2000W · IPX5 weatherproof · SnapFIT™ mount

This is the accessory that changes how often you actually use the space. The Pergolux infrared heater clips directly into the gutter rail — no drilling through the frame, no cables running down the posts. It lives outside permanently, rated to IPX5, and makes a 10°C Melbourne evening feel entirely comfortable. Close the louvres, switch the heater on, and suddenly winter isn't a reason to go inside.

Installed price guide: $800 – $1,500

Pergolux LED strip lighting Melbourne

LED Strip Lighting

Warm white · Dimmable · Integrated into frame — no visible wiring

Purpose-built Pergolux LED strips run along the frame, creating warm ambient light across your entire outdoor space. No clip-on fittings, no exposed wiring, no awkward positioning. Dimmable, so the light suits the mood — from a bright family dinner to a quiet evening outside. The Pergola 4 Pro Max includes LEDs built into every louvre blade; the Pergola 4 Pro comes with built-in dimmable LED strip lighting in the beams as standard.

Installed price guide: $600 – $1,200

Pergolux glass wall screens Melbourne

Glass Wall Screens

Framed sliding glass · Floor-to-frame height · Slide open or closed

The final step from pergola to outdoor room. Full-height framed sliding glass panels enclose the sides of your structure — providing wind protection, rain shelter and privacy exactly when you need them. Slide them open on fine days for the full open-air feel. Slide them closed in seconds when Melbourne's southerly rolls in. Combined with the motorised roof and heater, this is how you use your outdoor space every day of the year.

Installed price guide: $1,800 – $3,500 per panel

Pergolux motorised privacy screen Melbourne

Privacy Screen

Motorised zip screen · UV & wind protection · anthracite or white

The PERGOLUX Screen adds privacy and wind protection to the sides of your pergola without blocking light. The motorised zip-guided screen rolls down in seconds — shielding against wind, reducing glare, and creating a private outdoor room. Integrates with the S4 frame via SnapFIT™ channel mounts, no drilling required.

Installed price guide: $1,200 – $2,200

Pergolux Everglow solar outdoor light Melbourne

Everglow Solar Light

Solar-powered · Scandinavian design · warm ambient glow

The PERGOLUX Everglow is a solar-powered outdoor pendant light designed to complement the S4 frame. Powered by the sun during the day, it provides warm ambient lighting after dark — no wiring, no running costs. A Scandinavian-designed fixture that adds atmosphere and completes the outdoor room look without any electrical work.

Installed price guide: $450 – $650

The Complete Package

The Outdoor Room Configuration

Sundream or Skydance motorised pergola + infrared heater + glass wall screens on exposed sides + LED lighting. This is the combination our clients say changes how they live in their home — not just their backyard. A space they use in January and July, at 7am and 10pm, rain or shine.

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Real Installations

Recent Pergola Projects — Melbourne & Victoria

Every project documented from the first site visit to the final photo. Two examples of what Pergolux looks like when it's built properly.

Pergolux louvred pergola with glass walls and herringbone composite deck — Templestowe
Templestowe, VIC
Pergolux Louvred Pergola, Glass Walls & Herringbone Deck
Louvred Pergola Composite Deck Glass Walls

Full outdoor transformation — Pergolux Pro louvred pergola with framed sliding glass walls, over a herringbone-laid composite deck. Built to be an outdoor room used every month of the year.

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Twin Pergolux louvred pergolas over Merbau deck with recessed spa — Jan Juc, VIC
Jan Juc, VIC
Twin Pergolux Louvred Pergolas — Merbau Deck & Recessed Spa
Twin Louvred Pergolas Merbau Deck Spa Integration

A full-scale outdoor transformation — twin Pergolux louvred pergolas covering a 12m-wide entertaining zone, over a custom Merbau deck with a recessed spa. One of the most complex pergola installations we've completed.

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Why Installation Matters

What Separates a Great Installation from a Disappointing One

A Pergolux system is an engineered aluminium product — the quality of the unit itself is consistent regardless of who installs it. What varies is the installation. And on a $15,000–$30,000 outdoor structure, that difference matters.

Here's what we do differently — and what to ask any installer before you sign:

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Properly specified footings

A freestanding pergola needs concrete footings sized for Melbourne's reactive clay soils. Undersized footings shift seasonally — stressing the frame and affecting drainage alignment. We specify and assess footings for every site.

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Concealed electrical wiring

On a motorised system, wiring should run through conduit concealed inside the posts — not surface-clipped along the outside. A clean electrical installation is the mark of an installer who cares about the finished result.

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Precision frame alignment

The drainage channels in Pergolux frames rely on precise slope alignment to carry water to the downpipes. If the frame is installed even slightly out of level, water pools rather than draining. We check and correct this during installation — every time.

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Preferred installer — warranty protected

Pergolux maintains a trained preferred installer network in Victoria. Installing through a preferred installer protects your structural warranty and gives you access to genuine Pergolux parts and technical support.

Twin Pergolux louvred pergolas installed over Merbau deck with recessed spa — Jan Juc, VIC

"Adrian and the team did a fantastic job transforming our backyard in Jan Juc. They built a beautiful Merbau deck, created a recessed area for the spa and installed two pergolas with louvres that tie the whole space together."

— JanJuc, VIC · Merbau Deck & Dual Louvred Pergolas
Classic Pergolas

Traditional Timber Pergolas — Built to Last

Not every space calls for a motorised louvred system. A classic timber pergola, built properly and finished to a high standard, is a beautiful and functional addition to any Melbourne backyard.

We build custom pergolas using LOSP-treated structural pine — 90×90 or 100×100 posts, fully framed in treated pine, painted, filled and caulked to a clean professional finish. Every structure follows the Elevated Build Standard™, which means the framing is specified properly, the posts are footed correctly, and the build is solid underfoot and overhead.

  • ✓ LOSP-treated pine posts — 90×90 or 100×100
  • ✓ Full LOSP-treated pine frame — painted, filled & caulked
  • ✓ Integrated with existing decking or new deck builds
  • ✓ Lighting rough-in available on request
  • ✓ Custom sizing and design to suit your space
  • ✓ Built to council compliance standards
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Custom-built timber pergola with polycarbonate roof over composite deck — Heidelberg, VIC
Getting a Quote

Every Project Is Different. Every Quote Is Site-Specific.

The cost of a louvred pergola depends on far more than size alone. We visit every site before quoting — because that's the only way to give you a number you can rely on.

System & Configuration

Which model, what size, freestanding or house-attached, single or multi-bay — each combination is a different scope of work.

Site Conditions

Ground composition, slope, access, existing structures, soil type — Melbourne's clay soils and variable terrain mean no two sites are the same.

Accessories & Electrical

Infrared heating, LED lighting, glass wall screens and electrical connection all vary based on your configuration and existing power access.

We Visit Before We Quote

We don't give ballpark figures over the phone, because they don't serve you well. We visit your site, understand the space, walk you through the options that make sense for your home and lifestyle, and provide a detailed, itemised quote. No surprises at handover — and no numbers we can't stand behind.

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The Numbers

Designed for Year-Round Living

365
Days of use per year

Rain, shine or somewhere in between — a louvred pergola doesn't take days off.

10s
To close from fully open

Motorised systems close at the touch of a button — or automatically via rain sensor.

10yr
Structural warranty

All Pergola 4 series models carry a 10-year structural warranty on the frame.

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Models to choose from

Manual, motorised, or motorised with integrated LED — one to suit every space and budget.

Common Questions

Louvred Pergola FAQ

Everything Melbourne homeowners ask before their consultation — answered honestly.

Every project is different, which is why we don't publish fixed pricing. The cost depends on the system you choose, the size and configuration, whether it's freestanding or attached to your home, your site conditions, and the accessories you add — heating, lighting, glass wall screens. We visit your site before quoting and provide a detailed, itemised quote based on your specific project. Book a free consultation and we'll give you a number you can rely on.

The Pergola 4 is manually adjusted — louvres turn via a hand crank (0–120°), no electricity required for the roof. The Pergola 4 Pro adds an electric motor: louvres open and close at the touch of a remote, wall switch or app, with built-in dimmable LED beam lighting and an optional rain sensor that closes them automatically. The Pergola 4 Pro Max is the flagship — same motorisation as the Pro, plus 50% wider louvres for panoramic sky views, LED lighting integrated into every blade, and the ability to span up to 6m without a centre post.

It depends on your specific property, zone, and the size and attachment method of the structure. Many residential pergolas fall within permitted development rights and don't require a permit. Others — particularly in heritage overlays or where the structure exceeds certain dimensions — do. We recommend checking with your local council before proceeding. We can guide you through what is typically required for your area during the consultation.

Yes — Pergolux systems can be installed freestanding or house-attached. House-attached installations require proper flashing and waterproofing at the connection point to prevent water ingress. We assess the wall, cladding type and attachment method for every house-attached job to ensure a watertight, structurally sound connection.

A standard Pergolux installation takes approximately 2–4 days, depending on size, site conditions, and accessories. This includes concrete footings (which require time to set), frame assembly, electrical connection for motorised systems, and fitting of any accessories. We provide a full timeline at the time of quoting.

Very little. The powder-coated aluminium frame doesn't rust, warp, or require painting. An occasional rinse of the drainage channels to clear leaf debris, a wipe-down of the frame, and an annual check of the motor mechanism covers it. There's no oiling, sealing, or board replacement — unlike timber structures.

Pergolux systems are available in seven standard preset sizes from 3×3m to 4×6m. For larger areas, multiple units are installed side by side to cover almost any footprint. We visit your site, measure the space, consider the position of the house, garden, and sightlines, and recommend the right configuration — at no charge during a free consultation.

We install across Melbourne's eastern and south-eastern suburbs — Balwyn, Camberwell, Hawthorn, Kew, Malvern, Toorak, Doncaster, Templestowe, Brighton, Bayside, and surrounding areas. We also take on projects further afield — we've built in Jan Juc, Warragul and Newport. Contact us to confirm availability in your suburb.

Further Reading

The Complete Guide to Louvred Pergolas in Melbourne

We've put together a detailed guide covering how louvred systems work, what drives the cost, how to choose between manual and motorised, and what to look for in an installer. Worth reading before your consultation.

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Free consultation, site visit and detailed quote — no obligation. We'll help you choose the right system, configuration and accessories for your space and budget.

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What Clients Say
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★★★★★

"The composite deck boards were solid and they used metal clips instead of plastic, which stands out from the others. The quote was very detailed and addressed everything we wanted to know. The finishing was more than we expected."

— Google Reviewer, Melbourne
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"Once the old boards were removed they discovered the frame needed strengthening — they took the time to add more bearersand ensured the entire subframe was solid before we continued. Most builders would have hidden the problem. Really appreciated the honesty and craftsmanship."

— Google Reviewer, Melbourne
★★★★★

"We had a louvred pergola installed over our alfresco area and couldn't be happier. Adrian walked us through every option, the installation was clean and professional, and the motorised louvres work perfectly. Our outdoor space is now usable all year round."

— Google Reviewer, Melbourne
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