A roof is one of the most critical components of any structure, serving as the primary barrier between the interior environment and the forces of nature. It shields occupants from rain, wind, heat, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Chris Foster. Design: Christopher Jeffrey The size and shape of an extension is a ...

Merriam-Webster defines a roof as “the cover of a building”. As simple as that is, a roof is so much more. Not only does a roof serve the basic purpose of protecting a house’s interior, it also plays ...

Eco-friendly roofing materials promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability by reducing reliance on non-renewable resources and minimizing the emissions associated with traditional ...

CAIRNS, Australia, Oct. 13 (UPI) --Roof design used to be rather simple and uniform. Today, houses boast an array of complex roof shapes. Recently, a pair of researchers in Australia decided to see ...

Gable is the commonest style. The design involves two sides of a roof coming together at the peak to form a ridge. PHOTOs/Ismail Kezaala. The style one settles for relies on a variety of factors.