Texas Pergola Complete

From Creativity …


To Perfection

The pergola we designed for the Haberle’s in the great state of Texas is completed and more beautiful than we had hoped. We just got the pictures back and want to share them with y’all.

Laurence Bunker

Laurence Bunker is the President of Western Timber Frame, a company dedicated to making beautiful, high-quality timber frame structures accessible to businesses and homeowners across the country. With over 16 years of hands-on experience in the industry, Laurence brings deep expertise in timber frame design, engineering, and business leadership. At the heart of everything he does is a genuine belief that the right space — whether a sweeping commercial timber structure, a breathtaking interior, or a stunning outdoor living area — has the power to transform how people live, gather, and connect. That passion drives every project he touches, from large-scale commercial builds to custom residential timber frame creations.

Areas of Expertise

Commercial Timber Frame Structures
Interior & Exterior Timber Projects
Custom Pergolas, Pavilions & Outdoor Structures
Residential Timber Frame Design
Business Leadership & Operations
DIY Timber Frame Solutions

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Pergola Kits

Desert Blossoms w/Cedar DIY Pergola Kit
ByLaurence Bunker May 4, 2017May 14, 2026

The beautiful desert can be harsh, but it has also been a source of inspiration to homeowners implementing water-wise xeriscaping with drought-tolerant plants. Featured today is a Freestanding, Cedar Wood, 8000 Series ShadeScape™ DIY 20′ x 30′ pergola kit installed in Calabasas California.

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Before & After Fast & Easy Home Improvement
ByLaurence Bunker September 25, 2015May 14, 2026

Designed after old world craftsmanship, as you can see pictured here, the design virtually eliminates unsightly hardware and is built to last. These kits are a home improvement that is going to last for generations, an architectural heirloom masterpiece.

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Dragon Pergola: Your Backyard Oriental Asian Style
ByLaurence Bunker January 8, 2018

Showcased today is a ShadeScape™ Asian Style pergola with carved dragon heads. If you would like to immerse yourself in the Chinoiserie experience every day, consider a ShadeScape™ with an Asian or Oriental flair for your next project.

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Fitting the Style of Existing Home With an Outdoor Shade Structure
ByLaurence Bunker December 18, 2014May 14, 2026

One of the most rewarding things that we that we have received is feedback from our clients in regards to how fast we are able to come in and set up their timber frame pergola kit in their backyard. The possibilities are endless once this timber frame outdoor shade structure is up and so it turned out fine.

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Awe Douglas-Fir Pergola, Planters, Deck & Suspension Table
ByLaurence Bunker June 4, 2016

Douglas Fir has a tighter closer grain which makes it much less likely that the knots will ever loosen or to fall out as in other species. The solid wood planters, deck and ShadeScape™ 6000 Series pergola is so incredibly warm, tied together they create a very welcoming ambience.

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Custom Stain Timber Frame Pergola in “Garden of Eden”
ByLaurence Bunker October 8, 2015August 21, 2026

Western Timber Frame is famous for its Oversize Kits with posts and beams that can be ordered from extraordinarily large to extremely massive in size. For more custom or standard landscaping or color ideas for your own backyard “Garden of Eden” check out more of Western Timber Frame’s other premium high-grade stain choices .

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