Which Luxe Cantilever Pergola Model Suits Your Space?

Your backyard shouldn’t just be a place you walk through, it should be a space you actually want to hang out in. A Luxe Cantilever pergola can turn any patio, courtyard, or carport into a stylish, comfortable, and functional area. With three models to choose from: Lite, Original, and Max, there’s a solution for almost every size and style of outdoor space. Let’s break down the differences so you can see which one is the perfect fit for your home.

Luxe Cantilever Lite:

If you’re working with a more compact space, the Luxe Cantilever Lite is a smart choice. It’s designed for areas up to 4m x 3m (length x projection) and uses a high-grade aluminium frame instead of steel, keeping it lightweight without compromising strength. This makes it a more budget-friendly option for smaller structures. We’ve installed Lite pergolas over pools, courtyards, patios, BBQ areas, and outdoor lounges, creating shaded and protected spots you’ll actually want to use.

Roof

The Lite comes with an insulated roof that’s either 50mm or 75mm thick. We usually recommend 75mm, which provides the same heat resistance as the Luxe Cantilever Original while looking nicely proportioned. The Lite includes the popular Spacemaker profile and select ceiling finishes which you can find more detail on here.

Frame

Crafted from premium aluminium, the Lite frame is strong yet light. Unlike the Original, small bolt heads are visible on the posts, but they’re painted to match the frame to blend in. These bolts give extra strength, so the Lite performs reliably even in windy locations.

Accessories

Fans, lights, and security cameras can be added. Heavy hanging items such as chairs or swings aren’t recommended and the Original or Max versions are much better suited for these applications.

Installation

One of the Lite’s highlights is how quickly it can be installed. In just a couple of days, your new pergola can be ready to use. It can be secured to an existing concrete slab (minimum 200mm thick) or set on concrete piers if needed.

Why the Lite?

The Lite is perfect for spaces up to 4m x 3m where a few visible bolts aren’t a concern. For a seamless steel frame, extra strength or want to customise your pergola to an exact colour, the Original is the better option.

Luxe Cantilever Original

The Original works well for larger outdoor areas and carports, with sizes from 4m x 3m up to 6m x 4m (length x projection). It can also be customised for smaller areas under 4m x 3m where additional strength, customisation or wind resistance is required. We often install Originals over larger patios, pool areas, lounges, and carports. The Original is fully customisable with all colour and roofing profile options available so you can make it blend perfectly into your environment.

Roof

Choose from a full range of roofing profiles and ceiling finishes. Roof panels can be up to 75-100mm thick, offering excellent thermal protection to keep your space comfortable year-round.

Frame

Built from heavy-duty steel, the Original frame can support heavier items like hanging furniture, lights, or decor. Its cantilevered design eliminates front posts, so carports stay hassle-free, and with no visible bolts, it presents a clean, premium look.

Accessories

Fans, lights, and security cameras can be added. The steel frame also allows for heavier hanging loads or customised fittings.

Installation

The Original requires concrete piers for proper structural support. Multiple units can also be linked together with extra posts, creating long, continuous covered areas.

Why the Luxe Cantilever Original

Choose the Original for outdoor areas up to 6m x 4m where strength, customisation, and a sleek steel frame are key.

Luxe Cantilever Max: For the Largest Outdoor Spaces

The Max takes everything the Original offers and scales it up for bigger areas, from 6m x 4m up to 6m x 6m or 7m x 4m. The frame and posts are strengthened to handle the extra roof weight, making it perfect for expansive patios, large poolside zones, or big carports.

Roof

Insulated roof panels can be up to 100mm thick, keeping large areas comfortable in any season. Wider spans provide extra coverage, ideal for entertaining or living spaces.

Frame

Heavy-duty steel supports larger spans and heavier suspended items, while maintaining a seamless, bolt-free aesthetic. Robust posts ensure stability in windy conditions.

Accessories

Fans, lights, security cameras, and heavier hanging items can all be installed, giving maximum flexibility for a customised outdoor space.

Installation

Concrete piers are required. Multiple Max units can be linked together with extra posts for continuous shade and coverage across very large areas.

Why the Luxe Cantilever Max?

The Max is designed for spaces exceeding 6m x 4m or for projects where maximum structural strength and size is essential.

Choosing the Right Model

Picking the right Luxe Cantilever model comes down to understanding your space, your needs, and how you want to use it.

Luxe Cantilever Model Comparison

• Lite: Great for small patios, courtyards, or poolside areas under 4m x 3m. Fast installation and cost-effective.

• Original: Ideal for most outdoor spaces up to 6m x 4m, offering strength, flexibility, and a premium steel frame.

• Max: Perfect for grand patios, large pool areas, or carports where size and strength are critical.

  
  

No matter which model you pick, a Luxe Cantilever from Life Outdoors adds style, practicality, and durability to your outdoor area. From intimate courtyards to large entertaining zones, there’s a pergola designed to suit your space. If you live in the Sutherland Shire, St George or Wollongong regions and want a Luxe Cantilever at your place, contact us today!