Traditional Garden Gazebos

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A Gazebo Is A Destination, Not Just Something To Look At

Vixen Hill’s first product (1980) was the modular Cedar Gazebo. It was introduced for avid gardeners needing a safe-harbor from which to admire their plantings. Although statues and fountains have some rewarding aspects, a Vixen Hill Gazebo offered more… a destination without leaving home.

Gazebos, Garden Houses, Kiosks, Arbors, Cabanas, Pavilions and Follies are often confused. Though they are all “site-furnishings” that enhance outdoor living, they have different shapes, sizes or functions. Gazebos are freestanding viewing platforms offering 360 degrees of view and are often eight sided. They are intimate structures for private use. Traditional gazebos have roofs and open sides for protection from the sun and rain, but not from the wind, cold and insects.

A Brief History

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So That’s The Reason!

The first gazebo-like structures can be traced back to the Chinese who built similar structures as viewing outposts. They were elevated on hills to permit a view of the surroundings and of invaders. In European such structures grew in popularity, especially in formal gardens. The common name “Gazebo” may be attributed to the French roots “ Gaze’ Beau” , gaze or look to beauty. Similar structure, Kiosks and Follys are attributed to English and other nationalities.

Pre-engineered Gazebos

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So Many Advantages!

Vixen Hill was the first to offer pre-engineered Gazebos. Light, yet strong materials were computer engineered to be interchangeable. The modules could easily be assembled in a single day by a semi-handy homeowner using simple hand tools. Vixen Hill Gazebos are not just Wooden Gazebos, but Cedar Gazebos designed to last for decades. And, if a part is damaged (falling trees etc) they can be easily replaced. Vixen Hill Gazebos and pavilions have been shipped throughout the world and up elevators to roof-top gardens. Design and integrity are everything to Vixen Hill. Though technically a “Kit Gazebo”, Vixen Hill prefers to call their product a “ pre-engineered modular gazebo”, verbally like “separating the men from the boys”.