PERGOLUX
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| Private | |
| Industry | Outdoor living |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Founder | Johannes Lauchenauer |
| Headquarters | Waterbury, Connecticut, U.S. |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people |
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| Products | Pergolas, louvered roof systems, outdoor accessories |
| Services | Outdoor living solutions |
| Website | pergoluxshop |
PERGOLUX is an outdoor living brand founded in 2021 by Johannes Lauchenauer. It specializes in modern pergola kits with integrated LED lighting and adjustable louvered roofs. The brand also offers related accessories to enhance the outdoor experience, such as heaters, retractable screens, glass walls, and wooden slat walls.
Operating in 14 global markets, PERGOLUX is best known for an aesthetic Scandinavian design, durable construction, and straightforward at‑home assembly. PERGOLUX North America is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut, with warehouse and operations facilities in Connecticut and California. The company's mission is to enable homeowners to control their outdoor spaces through intelligent, durable products that are easy to own, adaptable over time, and built to last.[1]
History
PERGOLUX traces its origins to Norway, where long winters and harsh coastal weather inspired a product focus on year‑round outdoor usability. The global increase in demand for outdoor living spaces linked to the COVID‑19 pandemic prompted the founders to develop solutions using Scandinavian‑grade engineering.
The company was formally founded in 2021 and quickly expanded across Europe. It opened its first U.S. warehouse in 2023, then moved into a 50,000 sq. ft. showroom and warehouse hub in Connecticut in January 2024. By September 2024, the company reported customers in all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C.
In 2025, PERGOLUX reported operations spanning 14 global markets. By August of that year, PERGOLUX reported surpassing 100,000 customers globally. In October, the company opened a Southern California showroom and light manufacturing hub to strengthen its West Coast logistics.[2]
Products
PERGOLUX designs and manufactures aluminum pergola systems and accessories. The Pergola 4, Pergola 4 Pro, and Pergola 4 Pro Max models offer a range of features to cater to different budgets and needs. These models have been continuously updated across four series.
PERGOLUX’s Series 2 pergolas were introduced in 2024. They provide an updated frame and components with reinforced aluminum for increased wind resistance and snow load capacity. This series incorporated the SnapFIT accessory channel to enable drill‑free, backward‑compatible add‑ons. It also came with RainLUX waterproofing for improved water management.[3]
The 2025 S3 Smart Pergola series integrates native Matter technology for smart home compatibility. It works with Amazon Alexa, Google, and Apple platforms. The series features a 20% stronger louver motor, Bluetooth app control, and a USB‑C rechargeable water‑resistant remote.[4]
In January 2026, custom sizing options became available to U.S. customers. This mirrors a program previously offered in European markets. Finally, the newly released Series 4 boasts a best-in-class durability paired with a one-of-a-kind snap louver system that reduces setup time by 75%.
Across all of its lines, the company emphasizes Scandinavian design, standardized components, and at‑home assembly. Its TÜV‑certified models have been validated for manufacturing quality and structural performance, including wind resistance up to 165 mph and specified snow loads up to 75 pounds per square foot (PSF).[5]
Availability
PERGOLUX operates in 14 countries worldwide. In North America, the brand is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut, and supports U.S. customers through dedicated warehouse and operations facilities in Connecticut and California.
Additionally, PERGOLUX provides free ground shipping on all pergola purchases, with delivery usually expected within 5-15 business days. This service applies to ground shipping in the contiguous US. All PERGOLUX home deliveries include a dedicated unloading service.
Awards and Recognitions
As of September 2024, PERGOLUX reported customers in all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C. By 2025, the company had served over 100,000 customers around the world.[1]
PERGOLUX has received multiple industry awards and recognitions, including:
- International Design Awards (Gold, 2022) for the PERGOLUX Skydance pergola[6]
- iF Design Award (2023) for an adaptable louvered roof system[7]
- TÜV certification across all models (2024), with testing that included resistance to hurricane‑force winds up to 150 mph and snow loads starting at 220 lbs on smaller models[5]
- Good Design Award (2024) from The Chicago Athenaeum and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies for the Series 2 pergola[3]
- Red Dot Design Award (June 2024) for product innovation and industrial design[8]
- German Innovation Institute “Employer of the Future” recognition (2024)[9]
- German Design Award (February 2025) in Gardening & Outdoor Living[10]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "About PERGOLUX". PERGOLUX North America. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "PERGOLUX Showrooms". PERGOLUX. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "PERGOLUX Series 2 Pergola 2024". Good Design Awards. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "Matter". Connectivity Standards Alliance. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Product Certification". TÜV Rheinland. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "PERGOLUX Skydance – International Design Awards Winners". International Design Awards. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "PERGOLUX Pergola". iF Design Award. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "PERGOLUX Series". Red Dot Design Award. Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "Über uns". Arbeitgeber der Zukunft (in Deutsch). Retrieved 2026-05-20.
- ↑ "PERGOLUX Series 2". German Design Award. Retrieved 2026-05-20.