Flat Roof Ideas

Tyler Zickert
Example of a mid-sized minimalist white two-story metal exterior home design in Austin with a mixed material roof

Exterior with a mix of standing seam metal siding, hard-panel siding and hardi-plank lap siding with 4" & 7" reveals. The roof is a flat membrane style roof. The commercial style garage door acts as the patio door opening up the living room to the outdoors

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Example of a large minimalist gray two-story mixed siding flat roof design in San Francisco

Corey Gaffer
Inspiration for a modern two-story wood exterior home remodel in Minneapolis

As a conceptual urban infill project, the Wexley is designed for a narrow lot in the center of a city block. The 26’x48’ floor plan is divided into thirds from front to back and from left to right. In plan, the left third is reserved for circulation spaces and is reflected in elevation by a monolithic block wall in three shades of gray. Punching through this block wall, in three distinct parts, are the main levels windows for the stair tower, bathroom, and patio. The right two-thirds of the main level are reserved for the living room, kitchen, and dining room. At 16’ long, front to back, these three rooms align perfectly with the three-part block wall façade. It’s this interplay between plan and elevation that creates cohesion between each façade, no matter where it’s viewed. Given that this project would have neighbors on either side, great care was taken in crafting desirable vistas for the living, dining, and master bedroom. Upstairs, with a view to the street, the master bedroom has a pair of closets and a skillfully planned bathroom complete with soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Main level cabinetry and built-ins serve as dividing elements between rooms and framing elements for views outside. Architect: Visbeen Architects Builder: J. Peterson Homes Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

Looking over a field in Chilmark MA, this small home has a Case Study House design influence with commercial components made warm and cozy with wood ceilings and siding. We employed green, high performance building methods to create a cozy, safe home.

Genevieve Garrupo
Example of a small trendy brown one-story wood flat roof design in New York

Architect: Annie Carruthers Builder: Sean Tanner ARC Residential Photographer: Ginger photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary gray two-story wood exterior home remodel in Miami with a metal roof

Architectural Credit: R. Michael Cross Design Group
Example of a small trendy red three-story brick flat roof design in DC Metro

The exterior of this Seattle modern house designed by chadbourne + doss architects is a composition of wood, steel, and cement panel. 4 floors and a roof deck connect indoors and out and provide framed views of Portage Bay. Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Mid-sized trendy gray one-story concrete exterior home photo in Sacramento

Minimalist gray two-story stucco exterior home photo in Dallas with a metal roof

Minimalist beige exterior home photo in San Francisco

A modern box of space in the Methow Valley photos by Will Austin
Mid-sized mountain style brown two-story wood flat roof photo in Seattle

Tricia Shay Photography
Minimalist gray two-story mixed siding exterior home photo in Milwaukee

This project was built on spec and pushed for affordable sustainability without compromising a clean modern design that balanced visual warmth with performance and economic efficiency. The project achieved far more points than was required to gain a 5-star builtgreen rating. The design was based around a small footprint that was located over the existing cottage and utilized structural insulated panels, radiant floor heat, low/no VOC finishes and many other green building strategies.

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Large modern brown two-story wood flat roof idea in San Francisco

Example of a mountain style black one-story exterior home design in Other

The Mid Century Modern inspired York Street Residence is located in the semi-urban neighborhood of Denver Colorado's Washington Park. Efficient use of space and strong outdoor connections were controlling factors in this design and build project by West Standard. Integration of indoor and outdoor living areas, as well as separation of public and private spaces was accomplished by designing the home around a central courtyard. Bordered by both kitchen and living area, the 450sf courtyard blends indoor and outdoor space through a pair of 15' folding doors. The Energy Star rated home is clad in split-face block and fiber cement board at the front with the remainder clad in Colorado Beetle Kill Pine. Xeriscape landscaping was selected to complement the homes minimalist design and promote sustainability. The landscape design features indigenous low-maintenance plants that require no irrigation. The design also incorporates artificial turf in the courtyard and backyard. Photo Credit: John Payne, johnpaynestudios.com