Riverhead Gable Pavilion

Poolside gable pavilion with black aluminium and steel framing, warm timber sarking, integrated downlights and LED strip lighting.

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Front view of the Riverhead poolside gable pavilion with timber sarking and black framing — 04 · Riverhead, AucklandGable · Residential

Project facts

Built details.

Built details5.55 m W × 4.20 m DInsulated gable roof with timber sarking

Project type: Residential
Pergola form: Gable
Region: Northwest Auckland
Dimensions: 5.55 m W × 4.20 m D
Covered area: 23.3 m²
Roof approach: Insulated gable roof with timber sarking
Structure & finish: Aluminium, Steel, Timber sarking
Completed: 2026

Selected details

Poolside
Timber sarking
Steel
Aluminium
Downlights
LED lighting
Insulated roof

Case study

The brief and response.

The original brief

The brief

This Riverhead project creates a sheltered outdoor lounge beside the pool, turning the deck edge into a more usable all-season space. The gable form gives the pavilion height and symmetry, while the black frame keeps the structure sharp against the surrounding landscape and modern home.

Design constraint

Shelter the poolside lounge without blocking the outlook or making the deck feel heavy.

Sanctuary's response

The build combines aluminium framing with steel beams for the main structure, then softens the underside with timber sarking. Skillion insulation helps improve comfort under the roof, while downlights and warm LED strip lighting around the ceiling edges make the space work just as well in the evening as it does during the day.

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01Wide view of the Riverhead gable pavilion beside the pool and landscaped garden

02Detail of timber sarking, downlights and LED strip lighting inside the Riverhead gable roof

03Riverhead gable pavilion with black frame and sheltered seating beside the pool

04Side view of the Riverhead poolside pavilion showing the gable roof and timber-lined underside

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Project detailMaterials and technical details.

Structure & finish

The pavilion uses a combination of aluminium and steel beams for strength and clean spans. The black frame gives the roof a crisp outline, while the timber sarking adds warmth and texture to the ceiling.

Aluminium and steel beam structure
Black exterior frame and posts
Timber sarking to the underside of the gable roof
Open gable end framing the landscape

Roof, insulation & lighting

The roof is designed as a comfortable covered lounge, not just a basic shelter. Skillion insulation improves comfort, downlights provide functional lighting, and LED strip lighting traces the ceiling edges for a softer evening effect.