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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An arbor or trellis can give sophisticated style and shade just where it is needed at the times you would most likely be barbecuing. Often decks feature amenities such as hot tubs, barbecue bars, benches, couches, chairs, tables, and can be covered with a pergola, trellises, pavilion or other.
Add Spectacular Color to Your Winter Landscape
Its depth, vibrancy, and superior in stain performance make it the perfect choice for a solid, prestigious appeal, especially with such oversized timbers. USDA Hardiness Zone: 3–8 Botanical Name: Cornus alba ‘Elegantissima’ Special Features: Creates Year-Round Interest Suggested Landscape Style: Asian, Contemporary, Traditional, Tuscany, or Zen Timber Frame arbors, cabanas, gazebos, pavilions, and pergolas can easily be installed in the winter.
Details in Innovative Timber Frame Shade Structures
massive, heavy, over-sized timbers They only use true to size rough-sawn timber for all components rather than standard smaller “dimensional’ lumber. Decorative keystones or a more custom teardrop keystone can also be added to style and dress up your DIY pergola kit.
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