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Six hundred square feet of open, sheltered space. King post trusses overhead. Honest mortise-and-tenon joinery cut to square-rule standards. This is what a timber-frame pavilion looks like when it's built to last — not for a decade, but for a lifetime.
The 20×30 footprint is one of the most versatile sizes in outdoor timber framing. It's wide enough for a serious outdoor kitchen, generous enough to host a backyard wedding or cover a pool deck with room to spare, and compact enough that the frame itself stays elegant rather than industrial. The proportions work.
What Makes Timber Frame Different Here
A timber frame pavilion isn't a pavilion kit from a big-box store or a pressure-treated post-and-beam structure. The difference is in the joinery. Every connection in this frame — where the tie beams seat into the posts, where the rafters bear on the plate — is cut as a mortise-and-tenon joint, drawbored and pegged, the way it has been done for centuries. That joinery is what gives a timber frame its structural integrity without relying on hidden hardware, and it's why these structures age beautifully rather than degrading.
Species choice matters here, too. TFHQ offers this frame in Douglas Fir, White Oak, or Eastern White Pine — each with distinct character. White Oak brings the heaviest grain and the deepest heritage associations. Douglas Fir is the workhorse choice: strong, consistent, and widely used in engineered applications. Eastern White Pine offers a lighter, warmer look and finishes exceptionally well under an oil treatment.
The engineering behind a properly designed timber frame pavilion follows Timber Frame Engineering Council (TFEC) standards, accounting for snow load, wind exposure, and post bearing — something a decorative kit simply doesn't address.
20×30 Timber Frame Pavilion Kit
This design is available as a Ready-to-Raise™ kit — every timber CNC-machined, every joint pre-cut, every piece labeled and ready for raising day. No guesswork on the build site. Whether you're raising it yourself with a crew of friends or handing it off to a local contractor, the frame goes up the way timber frames always have: one piece at a time, by hand.
Pricing for a timber frame pavilion kit at this scale varies by species, joinery complexity, and delivery — but the kit includes the engineered frame, not a guess.
What's Included
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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