Three-Gable DIY Pavilion With Integrated Power
This three-gable DIY pavilion kit with integrated power turns a poolside deck into an all-evening outdoor room. The third gable defines the entrance and shows off the heavy timber trusses, and a TimberVolt® power post runs the ceiling fans, lights, and outlets from inside the timber, so the family can relax by the pool after dark all year round.
Key Takeaways
- Roof: three gables define an entrance and show off the trusses
- Power: a TimberVolt® power post runs fans, lights, and outlets
- Charging: the Inferno model adds USB outlets for phones and tablets
- Use: poolside relaxing and family evenings all year
One, Three, or Four Gables?
A standard pavilion has a single gabled roof. Adding a third gable creates a defined entrance and gives the structure the look of an added wing, and a four-gable design changes the whole look with a gable on every side. On a pavilion, a gabled roof opens up the view overhead and shows off the timber trusses, and it is the most common roof shape in colder climates because it sheds rain and snow well.
How Does Integrated Power Work?
A TimberVolt® power post runs the wiring inside the timber, so there are no cords running across the deck. The Inferno model adds USB outlets for charging phones and tablets, plus standard outlets up top for an outdoor TV. On this pavilion, the power runs ceiling fans and lights for warm evenings by the pool. Learn more about TimberVolt® power posts.
Lights and a chandelier work beautifully under a gabled roof, as on this pavilion beside a stone fireplace.
What Comes in a Western Timber Frame Pavilion Kit?
| In the kit | Arranged by you |
|---|---|
| Pre-cut timber and joinery, The Dovetail Difference® | Site prep and footings |
| All structural hardware | Roofing material, sourced locally |
| Pre-stained finish, with touch-up stain | Electrical hookup by a licensed electrician |
| Optional TimberVolt® power posts | Install labor, if not doing it yourself |
The timbers join with The Dovetail Difference®, our patented joinery (U.S. Patent 9,797,149 B2). Our standard engineering starts at 115 mph. Where the project requires a higher design wind speed, the structure is engineered for that requirement. Freight is included in the lower 48.
Questions About Three-Gable Pavilions
What is a three-gable pavilion?
A three-gable pavilion adds a third ridge to a standard gabled roof. The extra gable defines an entrance and creates the look of a wing on the structure.
What is the difference between one, three, and four gables?
One gable is a simple, classic roof. Three gables add a defined entrance or wing. Four gables change the whole look, with a gable on every side.
Why choose a gabled roof for a pavilion?
A gabled roof opens up the view overhead and shows off the timber trusses, and it sheds rain and snow well in colder climates.
What does a TimberVolt® power post do?
It runs power inside the timber post, with outlets and USB charging on the post. Lights, ceiling fans, and an outdoor TV can all plug in without cords running to the house.
Can I install a pavilion kit myself?
Yes. The kit arrives pre-cut and pre-stained. A DIY crew generally needs a day to a weekend, depending on size, and roofing is sourced locally.
Western Timber Frame has designed, handcrafted, and delivered more than 7,000 outdoor structures in all 50 states since 2008. Browse timber pavilions, or request a free design consultation and call 877-870-8755.
Western Timber Frame™ — Payson, Utah | Since 2008 | 7,000+ structures in all 50 states
2026 SBA Manufacturing Award | HGTV Design Excellence Award | 28 Best of State Awards
