The 12x24 Timber Frame Pergola offers timeless timber frame style with practical, versatile proportions. Whether you’re creating a spacious outdoor dining area, a cozy conversation space, or a poolside cabana, this design combines beauty and function in an approachable, buildable package.
Frame Highlights:
- Footprint: 12' x 24' (288 sq ft)
- Two-Bay Layout: Each bay roughly 12' x 12'—ideal for flexible use
- Roof Style: Flat pitch for easy construction and modern appeal
- Architectural Details:
- Exposed rafters add rhythm and texture overhead
- Gracefully curved mortise and tenon knee braces provide strength and visual interest
Endless Possibilities:
- Outdoor Dining Pavilion: Seat up to twenty guests comfortably
- Conversation Lounge: Create separate dining and seating areas in each bay
- Pool Cabana: Perfect for shaded relaxation by the pool
- Indoor/Outdoor Living Addition: Attach to your home to blend indoor and outdoor spaces
- Standalone Garden Feature: Enhance your landscape with a striking timber frame structure
Whether you’re planning a backyard gathering space or a stylish outdoor retreat, the 12x24 Timber Frame Pergola is Ready-to-Raise™ and ready to elevate your outdoor living.
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Hi,
Are your plans also available in metric measurements ?
We may be able to accommodate you. Can you email us at info@timberframehq.com for more information.
Can you give me a rough estimate for materials cost for these plans?
What type of timbers are you planning on using and where are you located. Feel free to reach out to us at info@timberframehq.com?
Can this design accommodate a roof? Corrugated or shingled or otherwise?
Since the roof is flat, with no pitch, you would need to be aware of rain and snow loads. Usually, a pitched roof is recommended when a cover is desired.
Thank you for the reply. What design can you suggest that can accommodate a cover with these similar dimensions?
We are working on a plan right now that we can convert to meet your needs, it would be more of a custom design. Please contact Brice directly for this, brice@timberframehq.com
Thank you!
Hello, I am looking for plans with the same dimensions bit slightly different. One bay of the pergola 2” taller and the rafters 90 degrees to the lower bay. Is this something you could provide?
We don’t have a plan like that currently. I do think it will be easy to covert this one, would be more than happy to share other joinery details to fill in the blanks.
I would appreciate any joinery that you could share. What is the best way to move forward with this?
Scott
Hello Brice, I would love to buy some plans from you with the slight modifications I mentioned above. Is this a service you provide?
Can you email me at brice@timberframehq.com?
Thanks
Hi Brice,
In this case (or in any case of building a pergola with a rafters that are perpendicular to the posts) are you notching the main beams, the rafters or both?
Thanks!
We have the notch in the plates but you can easily switch it up and have them in the rafters. We thought it would be easier to condense the bulk of the joinery you need to cut out of the plates. Will save a little time.
Can you extend the size on these plans? I am looking for some plans on an existing patio space which is around 16×24. Would you be able to extend the width to accommodate this size.
Yes! Just email us at design@timberframehq.com and our design team will help you get the plan resized.
Good day Brice, I am still interested in getting some plans from you with a slight modification of the pergola plans above. Would you be able to provide these? Thank you. Scott
Yes! Head to https://timberframehq.com/custom-design/ and fill out the questionnaire. That will get you connected directly with the design team and set up for a preliminary call to discuss your project.
Is this plan available as a kit?
Yes, we can certainly produce a kit for you. Please go to our kit page for more information, an estimator AND to communicate with our team!
Could this plan be used as the bottom level of a 2 story deck next to a house but not attached to the house? Or is there a different plan that would be better?
We would not be able to recommend it for that purpose as-is. But we could adapt it for you through our custom design services. You can find out more about them here.