These simple but elegant gambrel roof structures have been popular on hay barns for many years. There's no reason, though, why the classic gambrel cannot be used on other kinds of structures (such as ...

Concrete has been around for millennia, but that doesn't mean we can't cook up new ways to build with the world's favorite construction material. It's been electrified to melt snow and used as an "ink ...

The registration of the professional designation officially took place late last year, when the SAQA board registered 'certified timber roof truss designer' as an additional professional designation ...

About 80 years ago, the bowstring truss roof became a popular construction element in the United States. Prior to 1960, it was reportedly one of the most common design types for commercial and ...

Opting for a flat roof extension idea not only gives you lots of scope to be adventurous with your design, but can also save you money compared to pitched roof designs, especially if you opt for a ...

The Olympic Stadium’s renovation board announced Tuesday it was opening the floor for companies to pitch designs for the stadium’s much-discussed roof, with one condition — that the roof let in ...

China, this palace-style building features traditional architectural elements such as layered roofs, red wooden structures, and symmetrical design. While it resembles historical palaces, the building ...