When developing a private housing project, owners want to take all the best: cladding, layout, type of foundation, and roofing. Evaluating the photo of MAISON PERCHÉE in the city of Bolton (Canada), you can see that the architects were able to create attractive housing with highly functional features. The main definition will be the fact that the project of a one-story house with a gable roof is fully consistent with the hilly terrain.
advantages of a project with a pitched roof for a one-story house
The features of the relief have become the main indicator for choosing the type of construction. It combines a comfortable location, high protection against atmospheric phenomena, and an attractive exterior. The pitched roof is selected based on the specific terrain.
Such a roof provided the following advantages to the house:
- High protection against wind loads, which are characteristic for this area, moreover, the sloping plane is directed exactly towards wind gusts;
- The simplicity of design;
- Low weight, which is essential for a small house of 175 sq.m .;
- Cost savings for roof installation.
The correctly selected roof slope provided the opportunity to install large panoramic windows and a mezzanine arrangement for guests. In the project of a one-story house with a shed roof, the clarity of lines and shapes passing from one plane to another is visible. The form and layout of housing fully meet the needs of a young family, which strive to be open to the outside world and the reception of friends.
The whole building is decorated with glazed walkways, transparent corridors, and large windows.
An integrated terrace is used to combine the interior and exterior. Each side of the house is maximally directed towards a variety of landscapes. Thanks to the shed roof, the house in its appearance fit perfectly into the mountainous terrain, interwoven with a lake, coniferous forest, and flower fields. With the absence of elevated peaks on the roof, as is customary in gable form, the structure does not dazzle and does not stand out from the general background.
unique gable roof construction for a one-story house
The project focuses on natural materials that are inherent on the inside and outside. The exterior finish from wood siding goes into the lining of the interior walls of the premises. There are no bright shades in the house, only a muffled gamut of colors white and pastel.
Spacious rooms allow you to conveniently and comfortably accommodate the whole family, where there is still enough space for a large group of friends. Another feature of the structure is the hinged terraces, which seem to hang from the hill. The special design provided the functionality, security, and reliability of the extension. The presence of two open areas allowed me to plunge into the world of beautiful nature completely.
When planning a project for a one-story house with a gable roof, it is necessary to take into account the location of the building. After all, it is not always appropriate to use this type of roof, especially in regions with snowy winters. The single-slope design is an excellent choice for a windy climate, which will give the house security and comfort.
| Architects | Natalie Dionne Architecture |
| Photo | Raphaël Thibodeau |
