Modern Roof Gables

Three bedroom two and a half bath custom modern farmhouse.

Modern roof gables.

Pros of gable roofs. See more ideas about architecture house design modern. A gable roofis a type of roof design wheretwo sides slope downwardtoward the walls and the other two sides include walls that extend from the bottom of the eaves to the peak of the ridge. They re classic and have withstood the test of time thanks to their immense versatility.

With roots in greek and roman architecture this roof construction style is so popular even today because of its simplicity adaptability and the fact that it s easy and inexpensive to build. Also known as pitched or peaked roof gable roofs are some of the most popular roofs in the us. Whether you want inspiration for planning a gable roof renovation or are building a designer gable roof from scratch houzz has 116 682 images from the best designers decorators and architects in the. The purpose of your home s roof is to protect the entire structure and you from weather.

A gabled roof is a roof with two sloping sides that come together at a ridge creating end walls with a triangular extension called a gable at the top. Like rain snow sleet wind and hail. Vertical cedar siding poured concrete and zinc gray metal elements clad the modern farmhouse which combined with a shop that has the aesthetic of a weathered barn creates a sense of modernity that remains rooted to the surrounding environment.