NORWEH Pavilion HT kits feature a 14-inch roof overhang on all sides — this overhang sheds rain away from the post bases, protects timber end grain from direct weathering, and creates the characteristic shadow line that defines the structure’s aesthetic.
The HT uses traditional mortise and tenon joinery — posts and beams fit together without exposed metal hardware. The LT uses an engineered bolt connection system — simpler to install and more accessible for first-time builders.
Douglas Fir is widely regarded as the best wood for structural timber frame outdoor applications — combining exceptional strength, tight grain, a refined natural appearance, and good natural durability when properly sealed.
Mortise and tenon is a centuries-old woodworking joint where a projecting tenon on one timber fits precisely into a carved mortise cavity on another — creating a connection stronger and more durable than bolt-and-bracket systems.
A timber frame pergola is an open-roof outdoor structure built from large structural timbers with an open lattice or rafter top — creating partial shade and a dramatic architectural focal point without full weather protection.
A timber frame gazebo is a freestanding, traditionally octagonal or round outdoor structure built from heavy structural timbers — offering the charming enclosed character of a gazebo with the superior durability and craftsmanship of timber frame construction.
A timber frame pavilion is an outdoor covered structure built using large structural timbers connected with traditional joinery methods — the result is a stronger, more beautiful, and longer-lasting alternative to standard wood construction.
