The 18x24 Timber Frame Pavilion delivers the perfect balance of architectural beauty and practical design. Whether you’re creating a carport, guest house, workshop, or a deluxe outdoor living space, this frame provides the versatility and character to bring your vision to life.
Frame Highlights:
- Footprint: 18' x 24' (432 sq ft between posts)
- Roof Pitch: 6:12 standard, with drawings for pitches from 3:12 to 12:12 to suit your design preference
- Ceiling Height: Plate height over 9 feet; ridge height well over 14 feet for a lofty, spacious interior
- Two-Bay Design: Generous proportions with flexible gable end layouts so you can place doors or openings where you prefer
- Overhangs: 2-foot overhangs provide both protection and visual impact
- Heavy Timber Construction: Built with 8x posts and beams for enduring strength and timeless beauty
Endless Possibilities:
- Carport
- Guest House or Cabin
- Deluxe Workshop
- Outdoor Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
- Backyard Retreat or Studio
With its open two-bay layout and high-volume ceilings, you can leave this frame open for an airy pavilion or enclose it to suit your needs. The flexible design allows you to tailor the final look and function.
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We take immense pride in our team of exceptionally skilled timber frame designers. Each member is not only equipped with the finest tools but also possesses a profound understanding of how different materials intricately come together to realize your vision. This deep expertise in both design and material synergy is crucial in crafting the ideal timber frame structure tailored just for you.
Our commitment to excellence extends to our engineering team, specialists in timber frame structures, many of whom hold doctorates in their field. Sharing your passion for timber framing, our engineers work closely with you, ensuring that every aspect of the frame's design is customized to suit your specific location. This collaborative process guarantees that you receive all necessary documentation for permits, including detailed engineered reaction diagrams, ensuring your construction proceeds smoothly and stays on schedule.
The culmination of this meticulous process is a comprehensive set of construction drawings. These detailed plans not only provide a clear guide for your kit's assembly but also include a complete list of timbers and fasteners, serving as an invaluable reference throughout the installation of your frame. Our goal is to ensure that every step, from initial design to final construction, is seamless, transparent, and perfectly aligned with your project's needs.
After we've collaboratively chosen the ideal wood type for your project, we proceed to source the highest quality timber through our network of trusted mills. Ensuring that every piece meets our exacting standards, we then transport the timber to one of our cutting facilities. There, the joinery is meticulously crafted using CNC machines. Every joint, drilling, mortise, and tenon is cut with precision, adhering to tight tolerances for impeccable quality and fit.
Following the cutting process, all timbers are systematically labeled according to the production numbers assigned during the creation of your model and plans. This meticulous process ensures that every component of your timber frame is prepared with the utmost attention to detail, ready for the next phase of your project.
Included with your package are all the pegs, fasteners, screws, and connectors you need to put your ready-to-raise frame together. You will also get a detailed list for you to refer to while raising your frame.
We carefully package and securely transport your timber frame and all necessary hardware directly to your location. In sync with you, we'll coordinate the delivery schedule, ensuring that we agree on an approximate time on the designated date. To facilitate a smooth and safe unloading process, it's important to have equipment on hand capable of lifting up to 5,000 lbs. Once everything is delivered and in place, the exciting phase of bringing your project to life begins.

At Timber Frame HQ, we embrace the philosophy of 'One Person, One Project.' This approach ensures that each client is paired with a dedicated Project Manager who will be your point of contact throughout the entire project. We believe in offering personalized, consistent support to make your journey with us as smooth and fulfilling as possible.
Our commitment extends beyond just providing exceptional timber frames. As your construction resource, we'll be by your side for the duration of your project, ready to offer expert advice, support, and answers to all your queries. Our goal is to make the process of raising your timber frame not just successful, but also a deeply rewarding experience.
We invite you to visit our 'About Us' page to learn more about our values, our team, and how we can bring your timber framing vision to life with a touch of personal care and professional excellence.
We understand that every project is unique, so we offer extensive customization options for our plans and kits. Choose from various sizes, roof styles, and finishes to match your style and landscape. Our design team is dedicated to helping you create the perfect plan that reflects your vision.
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What are the timber dimensions for this plan? Thanks
Ian the posts are 8x8s, the girts and plates are 8x10s and the rafters are 6x8s
Could this plan be built with 6×6 throughout?
Not as designed. It can utilize 6x material but not all of them would be able to be 6×6’s
Is the extra post in the middle necessary?
No it can be omitted.
Are the post to the ground on the gable ends required?
Not necessarily, depends on where you are, the tie beam would then support the loads from the roof to the kingpost.
If I omit the post below the king post, would the tie beam need to be bigger? I live in Colorado.
Hi . would a floor plan work with this frame ? thanks
Do you have these plans in metric?
No, these plans are available in Imperial only as stock plans. You could contact our custom design department here to convert them for you (at additional cost).
What’s the square footage of the roof, for estimating roofing material costs?
Thanks!
There are two-foot overhangs all around, beyond the 18×24 footprint.
Is the brace piece required from the king post to the joist
Braces are critical for the strength of the frame. So yes, they are required unless you run that change by an engineer.