The perforated metal panels of the roof are arranged in a diamond pattern that mirrors and obscures the cross-framing. (Schran Image) The north-facing canopy is, for the most part, topped with ...

Some canopies are permanent ... "A freestanding or attached structure with a pitched roof brings instant architectural interest and creates a sense of permanence and place," says Nina.

It’s an elegant structure too. The canopy’s 13 short columns (about 10½ feet tall) anchor the roof, while the 15 tall columns (about 31 feet tall) allow the structure to sway. Each column consists of ...