pavilion concept

A pavilion is a light, temporary, or semipermanent structure often found in gardens or pleasure grounds. Historically, it resembled a large, airy room with a high-peaked roof, used for special occasions like garden parties. Over time, the term evolved to include various garden buildings and structures.

In modern Western usage, pavilions are commonly found on sports grounds for changing and equipment storage, or as temporary structures for events like world's fairs. The term can also refer to tents, summer residences, dance halls, bandstands, or projecting sections of larger buildings, particularly the central or end bays of classical facades. Pavilions can also be rented for social gatherings such as wedding receptions. The verb form, "to pavilion," means to furnish or cover with or put in a pavilion.1234