A shed roof creates more usable space than a typical gable roof, which has two low walls and a peak at the center.
The other building, which sits at a higher elevation, has a similar shed roof, even though it is not bermed into the ground. Again, the tall space is oriented to the sun, though it
built this shed to store outdoor cushions and accessories. Reclaimed wooden doors from Old Home Parts were flipped to show the more interesting, weathered side of the wood. The small roof is covered with a low-maintenance, lush garden from Live Roof. The live roof adds texture to the roof, absorbs heat and
Shed roofs get their names from the structures they originally housed: sheds. This shed has a rooftop garden.
The roof is “lifted” by a continuous band of clerestory windows, and the upstairs living space has a large glass wall facing a beautiful view of the mountain face known locally as Goat Wall. The project is characterized by sustainable cedar siding and
recycled metal roofing; the walls and roof have
interesting roof. The roof changes pitch at either end, creating a warped plane. It is very dramatic on the interior!
--Nils Finne
ed by sustainable cedar siding and recycled metal roofing; the walls and roof have
Slope of roof facing garden or opposite?
All in one pkg. with garages, shed roof for PV & solar heating, ample glass (to face pond)
simple shed roof offers a modern update. While the roof provides the right structure to withstand and shed the snow, the slope creates a room that can be all windows.
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metal roof? Who is the mfg?
Is that a metal roof? who makes the roof?
similar roof line and am struggling with where to put the down spouts. I do not want to spoil the line of the house.
metal roof in a Medium Bronze finish.
Hello,
That is an "Englert Kynar Ultra-Cool Low Gloss" metal roof in a Medium Bronze finish.
Hope that helps.
This roof does not have gutters. A smartly planted drip edge deals with water runoff in the non winter months, and during the winter the deeper overhangs push the snow far enough away to protect the building. Copper gutters might be appropriate here if they are hung correctly.
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sloped roof with tower on top?
I love the shed roof with the widows peak coming out the top. Also, the decking in the rear.Love it!!
Well, there's one hell of a shed roof.
shed roof may be easier to maintain.
Shed roof. This is the simplest and most economical form of roof construction, in which the roof slopes down from one side of the house to the opposite side.
Adding interest: Exposed rafters add appeal to the shed roof on this waterfront home.
simple roof, just make porch deck angular to offset dull exterior appearance
Shed roof. This is the simplest and most economical form of roof construction, in which the roof slopes down from one side of the house to the opposite side.Adding interest: Exposed rafters add appeal to the shed roof on this waterfront home.
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only 3 purlins supporting the roof
roof line, uphill lot, seperate room over garage
additive elemnts for simple box and shed
(showing that shed roofs have a regional influence) is this two-house development in Seattle designed by David Neiman Architects. The shed roof of each building slopes away from the landscape, such that they are opened to views and sunlight.