The client also wanted an outdoor living space, so we installed an outdoor fireplace and a custom-designed heavy timber pavilion from Douglas fir wood.The Douglas fir was stained and coated to preserve and maintain the finished product. Because the pavilion was freestanding and not connected to the home, wind lift was a concern. We built oversized footings with custom-made steel post base connections to secure the pavilion to the foundation. The pavilion required multiple design iterations and a complex review of engineering to make sure it aligned with the architectural plans and overall design intent of the homeowner. The pavilion itself is referred to as a timber frame post and peg-built system. This is a high-quality feature that is unique, and very aesthetically pleasing. Most builders don’t have experience with these systems, but BOLT specializes in them.