Plan P1

This 20' x 16' Hammer Beam Pavilion showcases one of the most iconic and visually striking timber frame styles. The hammer beam design creates an open, spacious feel while adding architectural character with its exposed timber joinery and dramatic roof structure. Perfect for an outdoor entertaining area, patio cover, outdoor kitchen, or backyard gathering space, this pavilion combines timeless craftsmanship with modern functionality.

This timber frame plan set includes the timber frame elevations, complete timber, fastener, and connector lists, post layouts, beam layouts, rafter and plate layouts, fastening details, and individual single beam drawings. The frame is designed using traditional mortise and tenon joinery and incorporates a balanced combination of primary and secondary timbers for strength, efficiency, and lasting beauty. Let us help you get started today with this set of plans.

Building Specifications:

Size: 20' x 16'

Frame Specifications:

Timbers are 1/2" under full dimension

Joinery: Mortise and Tenon

Posts: 8x8 and 10x8

Bottom Chords: 8x10 and 8x12

Bottom Plates: 8x12

Ridge Plate: 6x14

Common Rafters: 4x10 and 8x10

Knee Braces: 6x8

Roof Pitch: 9 Pitch

Wall Height: 9'