re: Wooden pergola instead of an aluminum patio cover

Pic of my aluminum cover taken from house side. The beam it is sitting on was from my original wooden pergola. I’ve since added a ceiling fan from the middle beam on the cover.

I built one of these about 8 years ago with the translucent panels and used PTP for the wooden structure. I will probably have to replace the panels in another year or 2 due to some of them cracking and letting water through when it rains. I will also have to replace a few of the 2x4 runners due to rot at the end where it is exposed to the elements. It is probably warmer than an insulated aluminum cover, but there is enough breeze usually to keep it enjoyable even during the hottest months. I also have fans to provide air movement on still days. It is also loud during rain, so I don't usually sit out there during storms, but I love the sound from inside as it lulls me to sleep. All in all, I prefer the pergola look over the completely covered patio.