DIY Building Kits

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DIY Backyard Building Kits

As an authorized Simpson Strong-Tie dealer, Townsend Lumber is now pleased to offer DIY Backyard Building Kits using Simpson Strong-Tie ‘Outdoor Accents’ decorative hardware available at Townsend Lumber.

With Outdoor Accents decorative hardware from Simpson Strong-Tie, you can bring both elegance and structural strength to any outdoor living structure. The Mission Collection^® features an innovative hex-head washer and fastener combo, so you’ll get the look of a bolted connection that installs as easily as driving a screw. And the black powder-coat finish ensures an eye-catching appearance.

With Townsend Lumber’s ethically-sourced local Canadian lumber and Simpson Strong-Tie’s Outdoor Accents hardware, you’ll have a safe, beautiful backyard structure that lasts for years to come.

12′ x 16′ Party Pavilion

Each DIY kit comes complete with:

Building plans
Townsend Lumber’s local Pine timbers or BC Douglas Fir timbers
Simpson Strong-Tie hardware
1 3/8″ x 5″ tongue & groove roof

Locally Sourced Pine – $5,068.64 + tax

BC Douglas Fir – $5,370.44 + tax

10′ x 10′ Pergola

Each DIY kit comes complete with:

Building plans
Townsend Lumber’s local Pine timbers or BC Douglas Fir timbers
Simpson Strong-Tie hardware

Locally Sourced Pine – $1,400.27 + tax

BC Douglas Fir – $1,677.15 + tax

CUSTOM-SIZED BUILDING KITS AVAILABLE BY REQUEST

Considering a Party Pavilion or Pergola for your back yard?
Click here for more information.

AMP UP YOUR BACKYARD CONTEST ENTRIES

Click on the projects below to view the spectacular pavilions and pergolas our customers have created.

Wooden pergola with chairs and table next the swimming pool. Picture taken at dusk.

Pergola covering a wooden deck with couches and large pants. Photo taken at night.

Wooden pergola with chairs and table next to a shed and large grass field. Picture taken on a sunny day.

Outdoor Pergola covering a couch and tv on the patio next to a rocky pond.

Simpson Strong Tie Project Ideas

Examples of Pergolas and Party Pavilions from the Simpson Strong Tie website

The Ambient Pavilion

16' x 18' Douglas Fir Pavilion

The Ultimate Hangout Pavilion

14' x 20' Douglas Fir Pavilion with Lean-To Pool Shed

The Cabana Pavilion

24' x 30' Pine Pavilion with Hot Tub Enclosure

The Classic Pergola

10' x 14' Douglas Fir Pergola

The Dining Pavilion

12' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

The Farm Pavilion

14' x 25' Pine Pavilion with added Bathroom & Shower Room

The Japanese Pergola

10' x 10' Hemlock Pergola with Shou Sugi Ban 'Burnt' finish

The Log Cabin Pavilion

16' x 26' Douglas Fir Pavilion with 1 1/4" x 7" Douglas Fir Log Siding

The Louvered Pavilion

14' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion with Shade Louvers

The Modern Pavilion Pergola Combo

12' x 24' Douglas Fir Pavilion & Pergola Combo

The Pavilion Duo

14' x 24' and 10' x 10' Douglas Fir Pavilions

The Pirate's Pavilion

12' x 28' Douglas Fir 3-Gabled Pavilion & Pergola Combo

The Screened-In Pavilion

10' x 12' Screened-In Hemlock Pavilion

The Slanted Pavilion

12' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

The Tiki Bar

8' x 8' Pine Tiki Bar

The Traditional Pavilion

18' x 26' Douglas Fir Pavilion constructed with traditional Mortise-and-Tenon Joinery

The Triangular Pergola

14' x 14' x 14' Douglas Fir Triangular Pergola

The Folksy Pavilion

16' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Pool Lounge Pergola

10' x 18' Douglas Fir Pergola

Wedding Arbour

Douglas Fir Wedding Arbour

Single Sloped Pavilion

12' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Apartment Building Entrance

8' x 10' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Marina Pavilion

40' x 15' Douglas Fir Pavilion

On-Deck Pavilion

12' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Pavilion/Portico Duo

18' x 18' Pavilion & 7' x 8' Portico, both Douglas Fir

Patio Pergola

14' x 14' Douglas Fir Pergola

Lounge Pavilion

12' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Black & White Kitchen Pergola

12' x 12' Painted Douglas Fir Covered Pergola

Pavilion with Pool Shed

12' x 30' Pavilion

Pergola Pavilion Duo

11' x 12' Pergola and 17' x 17' Pavilion, both Douglas Fir

Pergola at night with a light underneath it

The Whole Package

16' x 24' Pavilion, 9' x 11' Pergola, 14' Shade Arbour & 44" x 111" Harvest Table, all made with Douglas Fir

Backyard Bar

12' x 9' Douglas Fir Covered Pergola

Rustic Pavilion

19' x 24' Douglas Fir Pavilion with Cottage Roof

Outdoor Living Space Pavilion

15' x 28' Douglas Fir Pavilion

Raised Pavilion

12' x 12' Douglas Fir Pavilion with Storage Shed

Attached Pavilion

24' x 20' Douglas Fir Pavilion

WIDE VIEW OF FINISH DECK SIZE OF 52 FEET WIDE X 16 FEET DEEP

Swingin' Pavilions

52' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilions (2) and Pergola

Maple Leaf Pergola

16' x 14' Douglas Fir Pergola

A two-story house with a covered carport, brick facade, and number 350 displayed on a sign. The front yard features a small garden with trees and shrubs.

Two-story house with a carport, gray exterior, and sloped roof, surrounded by greenery and neighboring houses. House number 350 is displayed on a sign in the front yard.

Exterior of a house with a red door, white siding, and a wooden patio. The yard features a rock garden with plants and a small tree.

Carport Pavilion

21' x 23' Douglas Fir Carport and 8' x 17' Douglas Fir Porch Lanai

A wooden pavilion with a peaked roof stands on a concrete patio. It features a bar counter, outdoor seating, potted plants, and is surrounded by greenery and a cloudy sky.

A wooden cabin with a metal roof, an outdoor seating area, a barbecue grill covered with a gray cover, and a garden with plants and rocks in the foreground.

A wooden patio ceiling with a large black ceiling fan, pendant light, and visible beams. Two houses in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area featuring wooden beams, a ceiling fan, and several chairs and tables under a wooden pergola. The background includes trees and a translucent structure.

Outdoor wooden bar with a black countertop, three stools, and a retractable awning. View includes lush greenery and a manicured lawn in the background.

Poolhouse Pavilion

22' x 32' Douglas Fir Pavilion with Enclosed Space & Bar

A modern building with a gabled roof, brick walls, and gray accents. It features a wide entrance with glass doors, large windows, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

A single-story brick house with a pitched roof and gray wood accents features a large covered patio supported by stone columns in a grassy yard.

Covered porch with a wood-paneled ceiling, exposed beams, and recessed lighting. The porch features a brick exterior with large windows and a view of a grassy yard in the background.

Covered Patio Pavilion

Douglas Fir

A wooden gazebo with metal brackets sits in a garden. The structure shades a seating area with black wicker chairs and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and greenery.

Wooden gazebo with four chairs and a coffee table underneath, set in a garden with trees and greenery in the background.

A wooden pergola with black metal brackets covers outdoor wicker furniture with white cushions. The seating area is surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Outdoor gazebo with wooden frame and a seating area featuring wicker chairs and a central fire-pit table, surrounded by plants and garden decorations.

Outdoor patio with a fire pit table under a wooden pergola, surrounded by chairs and a sofa. A house with a deck and a garden is visible in the background.

Forest Pavilion

12' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden cabin with a front porch, central stairs, and black railings. The structure is raised on concrete blocks and has a yard with red gravel.

A cozy wooden patio with string lights features outdoor furniture, including chairs with floral cushions, a foosball table, and potted plants.

A wooden room features a foosball table, a bar setup with stools, and decor including a skull and a skeleton along with three wine glasses.

A cozy outdoor patio with two cushioned chairs, a small table, a coffee table, a foosball table, and a grill, all set on a wooden deck under a wooden pergola.

Screened-In Pavilion

30' x 20' Screened-In Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden gazebo with a pitched roof stands near a pool, featuring outdoor furniture and kitchen amenities. Trees and greenery surround the area.

An outdoor patio with a wooden pergola covering a seating area and a hot tub next to it, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Outdoor patio with wooden beams, a stone fireplace, and grey wicker furniture. The patio features a circular chandelier and is surrounded by greenery.

Outdoor patio with wooden beams and stone fireplace. Circular chandelier hangs above seating area with gray furniture. Firewood stored in built-in holders. Green trees visible in the background.

Outdoor lounge with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, cushioned seating, a dining table set, and a hot tub on a tiled patio, illuminated by soft lighting during nighttime.

A stone fireplace with a wooden mantle and two log storage areas on either side. The fire is lit, and there are logs neatly stacked in the storage areas.

A covered patio with wooden beams features a stone fireplace, cushioned wicker seating, and a circular chandelier with string lights hanging. Firewood is stacked beside the fireplace.

A covered outdoor patio with a wooden beam ceiling, stone fireplace, black cushioned wicker furniture, and string lights at night.

A well-lit outdoor pool at night with a wooden pavilion in the background. The pavilion includes a seating area and a fireplace.

A brightly lit backyard at night with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor seating area, and a modern house. Trees are visible in the background.

Grand Pavilion

24' x 40' Douglas Fir Multi-Gabled Pavilion

A backyard with a gazebo, a covered outdoor kitchen with a grill, and a stone fire pit on a tiled patio, surrounded by green grass and a wooden fence.

A covered outdoor patio features a wooden pergola, stone pillars, a bar counter with barstools, and a green ceramic grill. The area is surrounded by a wooden fence and greenery.

A wooden gazebo with metal reinforcements featuring a ceiling fan, a clock, outdoor lights, a grill, and patio furniture underneath. The gazebo is set in a fenced yard with greenery in the background.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, stone countertops, a ceiling fan, and bar stools under a wooden pergola, adjacent to a stone patio and a hot tub in the background.

Interlocking Stone Pavilion

12' x 24' Pine Pavilion

Wooden gazebo with metal roof, table, and chairs on patio by a pool with blue lounge chairs. Green lawn and trees in the background.

A wooden gazebo with a pitched roof, featuring solar panels on top, stands in a backyard with patio furniture underneath and autumn foliage in the background.

Three-Gabled Pavilion

20' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden outdoor gazebo with gray cushioned seating, a round table, and various potted plants. The gazebo is situated in a backyard with green grass.

A backyard patio at night with a wooden pergola, cushioned seating, a fire pit, and plants. The area is illuminated by lights on the pergola.

A cozy outdoor wooden patio with comfortable seating and dim lighting at night. Plants and cushions enhance the ambiance.

Half-Enclosed Pavilion

11' x 11' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden outdoor pavilion with a black metal roof sheltering a seating area with wicker furniture and a grill. Surrounded by green grass and trees.

A wooden pergola with a pitched roof stands on a concrete patio in a backyard, housing a setup of outdoor chairs and a table; a ladder is also present.

Pine Pavilion

18' x 22' Pine Pavilion

A wooden deck features outdoor furniture, a hammock, and a shaded seating area beneath a pergola with string lights. Red umbrellas provide additional shade. Greenery surrounds the deck.

Covered patio with wooden furniture, a hammock, and red umbrellas. String lights hang from the ceiling, and the area overlooks a green, sunlit garden. The wooden floor appears wet.

A wooden outdoor patio with string lights hanging from the pergola, a glass table with chairs, plants, and a view of an umbrella-covered area in the background at dusk.

Multi-Level Pavilions

10' x 15' Douglas Fir Pavilion (upper) and 10' x 10' Douglas Fir Pavilion (lower)

A wooden pergola with outdoor furniture beside a blue swimming pool in a backyard setting.

Outdoor patio with a wooden pergola covering a dining area and seating, adjacent to a pool with white steps leading into the water. Two potted plants are placed on either side of the pergola entrance.

Covered patio with wooden beams, a ceiling fan, an outdoor hot tub, a dining table with chairs, and an outdoor kitchen setup in the background.

An outdoor kitchen with a wooden pergola, a grill, a turquoise cabinet, and a black door.

Outdoor kitchen setup with a small fridge, storage cabinets, sink, and a gas grill. A TV is mounted on a wooden wall above the counter, and there are shelves with various bottles and items.

A wooden pergola with a dining table and chairs is lit up at night, reflected in the pool in the foreground.

Pool Pavilion + Outdoor Kitchen

20' x 22' Douglas Fir Pavilion with 6' x 16' Douglas Fir Covered Outdoor Kitchen

A wooden pergola with a seating area underneath, located in a landscaped backyard with a lawn, potted plants, and a brick house in the background.

A wooden pergola with a pitched roof covers a seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit. The surrounding garden is lush with various plants, flowers, and a well-maintained lawn.

Wooden gazebo in a backyard with wicker patio furniture, including a sectional sofa and chairs. There is a modest fire pit on a table and various plants around the seating area.

A wooden backyard gazebo with a seating area and various potted plants, surrounded by grass and trees. A wooden fence is visible in the background.

Garden Pavilion

16' x 18' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden pergola with seating underneath stands near a swimming pool, with lush greenery in the background.

A wooden gazebo with a black roof covers a patio area furnished with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. The surrounding landscape includes a fence, greenery, and a clear blue sky overhead.

A wooden pergola with a lit fire pit in the center, surrounded by chairs. It's dusk, and the pergola's lights illuminate the outdoor seating area. Trees are visible in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs and wooden benches arranged around a fire table, adorned with overhead lights, set against a backdrop of trees and a manicured lawn.

Poolside Pavilion

20' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden pergola stands over an outdoor seating area with a couch and wooden table, surrounded by a wooden fence in a backyard setting.

A covered outdoor patio with wooden beams features a seating area with gray cushions, a blanket, décor items on the table, and a fire pit. A wooden fence and neighboring house are in the background.

A wooden pergola covers a patio area with sliding glass doors. A grill and some plants are situated beneath. The house exterior is made of light-colored bricks. There are neighboring houses in the background.

A wooden pergola covers a cozy outdoor seating area with cushions and throws. Adjacent to it, there's a hot tub in a fenced backyard with a red umbrella in the corner.

Outdoor patio with wooden pergola, L-shaped wicker sofa, cushions, blankets, coffee table with decorative items, small fire pit, and a barbecue grill. Fenced backyard with greenery in the background.

Patio Pavilion

16' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden pergola covers a patio with outdoor seating. Colorful flowers in pots, a barbecue grill, and a trampoline are visible. The pergola stands on a wooden deck adjacent to a house.

A backyard with a wooden gazebo over a deck, furnished with outdoor seating, a grill, and children's toys. The gazebo has a black shingled roof.

Outdoor seating area under a wooden pergola with a sofa set, a black fence, and a playground structure in the background.

A group of people sit on outdoor furniture under a wooden pergola at night, with string lights providing illumination.

Family Pavilion

16' x 16' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A backyard deck with a pergola, outdoor furniture, a covered grill, potted plants, and a small storage shed. Steps lead up to the deck, and there is landscaping around the patio area.

Outdoor wooden deck with pergola, patio furniture, and potted flowers. Adjacent to a brick house, the deck features a built-in grill, black railings, and steps with floral arrangements on either side.

Deck Pergola

12' 6" x 14' Douglas Fir Pergola

A wooden pergola with wicker furniture and a round table sits in a backyard. The area is decorated with lanterns and potted plants, providing a shaded spot for outdoor seating.

A close-up view of a wooden pergola structure featuring a sturdy metal joint with bolts. A hanging plant with green leaves and pink flowers is visible in the background alongside a tree and a house.

A backyard pergola with string lights, hanging plants, a fire pit, and wicker seating on a patio.

Outdoor seating area with wicker furniture under a wooden pergola, illuminated by string lights and lanterns, featuring a central fire pit. Surrounded by a wooden fence and plants. Evening setting.

Firepit Pergola

10' x 12' Douglas Fir Pergola

A wooden pergola stands on a patio area with a round table surrounded by four high-back chairs. The patio is adjacent to a modern house with gray siding. Plants and greenery are visible around the area.

A wooden pergola with string lights illuminating a patio set, which includes a table and four chairs. The setting is an outdoor yard with a small garden and adjacent house.

Dining Pergola

10' x 12' Pine Pergola

Backyard with wooden pergola extending from a house, featuring patio furniture and a hot tub on a cement patio. A green lawn surrounds the area.

A black, brown, and white dog is lying on the grass in front of a wooden pavilion with chairs, a table, and a covered grill on a concrete patio. The background shows autumn trees and a fence.

Porch Pavilion

15' x 24' Douglas Fir Pavilion

A wooden deck with two red chairs, a table, and a covered seating area next to a house. Trees with autumn leaves surround the property.

Lakefront Pavilion

20' x 14' Douglas Fir Pavilion

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A wooden backyard pavilion with rattan furniture, a grill, and potted plants. Text reads "BACKYARD Inspiration BOOK" with logos for "Townsend Lumber Inc." and Hart Lake Builders.

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DIY Building Kits

THE ‘AMP UP YOUR YARD PHOTO CONTEST’ HAS RETURNED FOR 2024!

BUILD WITH US & YOU COULD WIN $1,000 CASH!

DIY Backyard Building Kits

12′ x 16′ Party Pavilion

Each DIY kit comes complete with:

Locally Sourced Pine – $5,068.64 + tax

BC Douglas Fir – $5,370.44 + tax

10′ x 10′ Pergola

Each DIY kit comes complete with:

Locally Sourced Pine – $1,400.27 + tax

BC Douglas Fir – $1,677.15 + tax

CUSTOM-SIZED BUILDING KITS AVAILABLE BY REQUEST

Considering a Party Pavilion or Pergola for your back yard? Click here for more information.

AMP UP YOUR BACKYARD CONTEST ENTRIES

Simpson Strong Tie Project Ideas

The Ambient Pavilion

The Ultimate Hangout Pavilion

The Cabana Pavilion

The Classic Pergola

The Dining Pavilion

The Farm Pavilion

The Japanese Pergola

The Log Cabin Pavilion

The Louvered Pavilion

The Modern Pavilion Pergola Combo

The Pavilion Duo

The Pirate's Pavilion

The Screened-In Pavilion

The Slanted Pavilion

The Tiki Bar

The Traditional Pavilion

The Triangular Pergola

The Folksy Pavilion

Pool Lounge Pergola

Wedding Arbour

Single Sloped Pavilion

Apartment Building Entrance

Marina Pavilion

On-Deck Pavilion

Pavilion/Portico Duo

Patio Pergola

Lounge Pavilion

Black & White Kitchen Pergola

Pavilion with Pool Shed

Pergola Pavilion Duo

The Whole Package

Backyard Bar

Rustic Pavilion

Outdoor Living Space Pavilion

Raised Pavilion

Attached Pavilion

Swingin' Pavilions

Maple Leaf Pergola

Carport Pavilion

Poolhouse Pavilion

Covered Patio Pavilion

Forest Pavilion

Screened-In Pavilion

Grand Pavilion

Interlocking Stone Pavilion

Three-Gabled Pavilion

Half-Enclosed Pavilion

Pine Pavilion

Multi-Level Pavilions

Pool Pavilion + Outdoor Kitchen

Garden Pavilion

Poolside Pavilion

Patio Pavilion

Family Pavilion

Deck Pergola

Firepit Pergola

Dining Pergola

Porch Pavilion

Lakefront Pavilion

Download our Backyard Inspiration E-book by clicking the image below.

Our Hardwood Lumber Products

Retail Sales Office

Considering a Party Pavilion or Pergola for your back yard?
Click here for more information.