With sloped sides rising to a graceful center point, the classic gambrel roof combines architectural beauty and interior breathing room

Roofs get to the point with triangular ends and equally sloping sides

Swoon over spaces warmed by sunlight — from one side, or many

Early Dutch settlers on the East Coast of the U.S. birthed this architectural style, but its popularity has spread across the country

Sawn-off car roofs for the siding, windows popped out of van doors ... this California home is as resourceful as it is beautiful

Don't get held up by confusion over trusses, rafters and purlins. Learn about a roof's features and their purposes here

This popular — and versatile — form straddles the divide between contemporary and traditional styles

Just think of Egypt and you've already got the right idea about this style of roof

Combines a hip roof with a gable, bringing home advantages of both styles

Better in a hurricane and strong on shade, this roof has two sections that meet in the middle