Different Types of Roof Designs


part1Basic roof Designs


Here’s a quick rundown of the most basic roofing types, as well as their pros and cons

Hipped RoofThis roof design is fairly sim-ple: The roof slopes down to all four edges of the house, forming what resembles a pyramid with a broad tip. The hip roof is extremely stable, and capable of withstanding strong winds. However, this type of roof provides very limited attic space unless the pitch is extremely high. Photo: A hip roof type

house in Khammam city, India

Choosing the right roof is one of the most important parts of designing a home. After all, the roof is a house’s first line of defense against various outside factors such as debris, rain, snow, hailstone, and even extreme sunlight. It also greatly affects the overall look of your home, so part of choosing the roof depends on a homeowner’s personal preference.

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outside factors such as debris, rain, snow, hailstone, and even

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Gabled roofA gabled roof is similar to the hip roof, except it is only sloped on two sides. Also known as a pitched or peaked roof, a gabled roof offers more attic space, although it’s not as sturdy as hipped roofs. It also allows the installation of attic win-dows on the side of the house.Photo: A crow-stepped gable in the Netherlands

Flat RoofFlat roofs are characterized by the lack of any pitch or slope. Since it offers very little wind resistance, it’s ideal for areas that get frequently strong winds. Furthermore, the flat roof can also act as a platform for various uses. Extra focus on drainage is important in flat roofs because it does not shed water as easily as other types of roofs. Photo: Flat roofs in Israel

Skillion RoofA skillion roof is a flat roof tilted to one side. Skillion roofs have better drainage and attic space compara-ble to a gabled roof, at the cost of the flat roof’s dual purpose and reduced wind resistance.

These four roof designs are easy to make since they have simple profiles. The next section will be about

popular multi-sloped designs.

Block of flats in Orange constructed of brick, with skillion roof and wrought iron railings, Orange, NSW Australia


part2advanced roof Designs


The following roof types are more complex compared to the roof designs mentioned earlier. While plenty of homeowners find them appealing, installation of these roof designs, takes a lot more time and resources than more simple designs.

Mansard RoofA successful attempt to increase the attic space with a hipped roof design, the mansard roof has a shallow slope at the top, but quickly becomes steep at a cer-tain point. Some Mansard roofs have a curved steep-er slope, although those take more effort to install.

The Château de Dampierre; Photo by Patrick Giraud

Bonnet RoofThe opposite of a Mansard roof, the bonnet roof starts off with a steep slope, which gradually turns shallow near the bottom. This roof style has a wider base than a Mansard roof, making it more wind re-sistant, although it does not drain as well.

Photo fr: McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Architecture and Construction


Cross-gabled RoofCross gabled roofs are one of the most visually strik-ing roof designs out there. Cross gabled roofs are basically a series of gabled roofs overlapping each other. Gabled roofs take much longer to install be-cause it’s essentially a series of smaller roofs, but the end result usually looks more impressive.

Sawtooth RoofThe best way to describe a saw tooth roof would be “flat roof with a series of skillion roofs in it.” The slanted parts of the roof usually cover vents or attic windows, allowing better airflow indoors. However, rain can easily get into the house through these protrusions, and the higher end of the skillions offer greater wind resistance, making them vulnerable to strong winds.

Roof designs don’t have to be all about straight lines and sharp angles. The next part is all about roof

designs that use curved profiles.

Photo fr: National Association of Realtors

Shamrock Mills Built by The Hanes Hoisery Empire; Photo by Jerrye & Roy Klotz, MD


part3Curved roof Designs


Arched RoofAn arched roof is rarely used on its own, and is often part of a larger roof design, often extending to the front porch or attic window. Because of its curved design, it offers very little wind resistance and offer good draining capabilities. When used as a main roof profile, an arched roof’s shape acts as a natural support unto itself, making them ideal for larger structures like gym roofs or massive complexes. Photo: The historic Winn

Barn (built 1916) by Ian Poellet

Domed RoofA roof with a dome-shaped profile and a cir-cular base, domed roofs are rarely seen in houses because they are more difficult to make and offer limited attic space at an irregular shape. However, they are one of the most resilient roof designs, and are popular among churches and temples, which are designed to last for centuries.

Roof designs using smooth curves instead of straight lines generally have low wind resistance. Although they’re more difficult to install com-pared to angled roofs, they can add either a dash of modern style or a more organic feel to any structure.


Bell RoofA bell roof can be considered a curved version of the Mansard roof, replacing the steep lower slope with a more gradual curve and forming a bell shape. While it’s uncommon to see a home with a bell roof, some of the designs core elements such as the upward pointing eaves (also known as bell-cast eaves) are incorporated in many residential roofs.

Aspen Community Church, Aspen, CO, USA; Photo by Daniel Case

Irregular Curved RoofThis type of curved roofs design does not follow spe-cific geometrical patterns, and is usually designed to enhance a structure’s unique visual appeal. An irregular curved roof is usually made of curved metal beams covered with lightweight roofing, and is ideal for buildings that go for a modern theme. Careful engineering prior to installation is more im-portant for curved roofs since there are no standard

structural points that i nd ic ate w h e r e most of the roof’s weight is focused .

There are other types of roof designs available such as ridged, dual-pitched, and peaked roofs. However, those designs are mostly considered a minor variation of the ones shown above. Last but not least, your do not have to settle on only one roof design if you have the budg-et. As long as it complies with local safety regulations, combining elements from different options is a good way to make your home a reflection of your identity.

A view of the superb, geometrical roof over part of the visitor centre at Fountains Abbey; Photo by Jonathan Wilkins


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sources:http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113065/list/10-Different-Types-of-Roofs-for-your-Home

http://www.build.com.au/roof-designs-and-styleshttp://www.indianhomedesign.com/22-different-types-of-roofs-design-for/

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