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The DHaus Company revamps London house with butterfly-roof extension

Deezen

An inverted-pitch roof and angular brick cladding characterise the Butterfly House extension, which architecture studio The DHaus Company has added to a terraced home in north London. It is distinguished by its inverted-pitched roof, or butterfly roof, which references the surrounding 19th-century architecture and inspired the project's name.

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Villa KD45 is a concrete house in Delhi with a plant-covered roof

Deezen

Studio Symbiosis has completed a villa in Delhi, India , that rises up from its landscaped grounds, forming a terraced roof that is covered with plants to maximise the site's green area. In urban settings, there is disconnect between the user and nature," Studio Symbiosis pointed out. The studio covered the roof in plants.

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cut-out triangular roof frames extensive panoramas of rural japan

designboom

the client's brief was for an architecture that 'feels nature from a new perspective'. The post cut-out triangular roof frames extensive panoramas of rural japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Studhorse Mountain by Johnston Architects

Archinect

The client wanted a cabin with a small 1,000 SF footprint befitting the surrounding natural environment. The subtle roof pitch guides guests to the living room, perched just above the dining area, with expansive views of the valley and mountains. In response, the design focuses on simplicity, efficiency and clarity.

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"Design professionals can make choices to prove that disasters are not natural"

Deezen

Choices are made, through policies, laws, client expectations, tender details and budgeting, among other constraints. Roofs could be designed and built to withstand the strongest winds possible, such as a powerful tornado passing over. The correct strength and slope of roofs can address wind, snow, and volcanic ash.

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The Importance of a Sturdy Roof: Tips for Choosing the Right Contractor

DesignRulz

A sturdy roof is essential for the overall well-being and protection of your home. It shields you and your loved ones from the harsh elements of nature, such as rain, snow, and extreme temperatures. Additionally, a solid roof adds value to your property and enhances its curb appeal.

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KG + STUDIO Transforms the Typical Morphology of Sloping Roofs at DUNN HOUSE

Architizer

DUNN HOUSE – The project transforms the typical morphology of sloping roofs to create a new language, with overhanging overhangs, marked slopes and intermediate extractions. The tension lines generated by the roof and the horizontality of the base, create a new face-to-face support in the environment. Size: 3000 sqft – 5000 sqft.

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