In the heart of Lehi, Utah, a new standard for community living is taking shape. Lehi Sanctuary is a transformative residential development with 527 luxury apartment units, commercial spaces, and beautifully designed gathering areas. It blends modern convenience with a natural connection. Among its most inviting amenities will be two custom timber pavilions at the community dog park, designed and built by Western Timber Frame®.

A Pavilion Built for People, Pets, and Connection

Custom flat-roof timber pavilion with capped sleeve posts at Lehi Sanctuary dog park in Lehi, Utah. — A custom timber pavilion at Lehi Sanctuary’s dog park, designed and built by Western Timber Frame® with capped sleeve posts and a contemporary flat roof.

These pavilions aren’t just about shade — they are purpose-built gathering spaces, thoughtfully engineered to bring residents together. Dog owners will enjoy a comfortable place to relax while their pets play freely, creating natural opportunities for neighbors to connect. Crafted from massive timber beams, each pavilion offers a sense of permanence, stability, and warmth that complements the surrounding landscape.

Custom Features for a One-of-a-Kind Build

Our team designed the pavilions for Lehi Sanctuary with unique details to match the project’s specific vision:

Capped Sleeve Posts – Not only adding to the pavilion’s visual appeal, these provide added durability and weather protection for the structural posts.
Custom Knife Plates – Precision-engineered for maximum stability, our knife plates anchor the structure securely while giving a clean, architectural finish.
Meticulously Drilled and Set Posts – Every post was placed with care, ensuring perfect alignment and long-term strength.

From start to finish, this was a collaborative process with the project’s construction team, ensuring the pavilions integrated seamlessly with the overall development design.

Galvanized steel post base anchored into concrete for timber frame pavilion installation in Lehi, Utah. — A heavy-duty galvanized steel post base securely anchored into a concrete footing during the Lehi Sanctuary Pavilion build.

Pre-drilled timber frame post with wood shavings during Lehi Sanctuary Pavilion installation. — A heavy timber post, precision pre-drilled for structural screws, ready for installation on the Lehi Sanctuary Pavilion.

Timber frame post secured to galvanized steel base with multiple structural screws at Lehi Sanctuary Pavilion site. — A heavy timber post firmly anchored to its galvanized steel base using multiple structural screws during the Lehi Sanctuary Pavilion installation.

Strength to Last, Beauty to Enjoy

Just like every Western Timber Frame® build, these pavilions stand the test of time. The robust timber frame handles Utah’s seasonal extremes. It thrives in everything from summer sun to winter snow.It also offers a timeless beauty that will remain inviting for decades. Built with our signature The Dovetail Difference® — a precision-cut interlocking connection system — these structures deliver exceptional strength and stability. The refined finish is something you can both see and feel in every joint.

Construction worker installing timber frame pavilion with shed-style roof at Lehi Sanctuary dog park.

Two timber frame pavilions under construction at Lehi Sanctuary dog park with shed-style roofs.

Timber frame pavilion install at Lehi Sanctuary dog park with shed-style roof.

Part of a Larger Vision

Lehi Sanctuary is more than just a place to live — it’s a thoughtfully designed community. With features like commercial shops, a sky deck, fitness areas, and now these timber-framed dog park pavilions, residents have spaces to connect, unwind, and enjoy the outdoors without leaving home.

At Western Timber Frame®, we’re proud to have contributed to this vision, creating structures that will serve as gathering points for countless conversations, laughs, and memories — for both people and their four-legged friends.