A contemporary flat-roofed addition to a historic home might be the perfect extension idea, while a pitched roof that complements a certain style or tradition might be the better option for another.

From eco-friendly to unusual roof finishes, as well as simple solutions that still speak volumes, we've got 16 flat roof extension ideas to help inspire you ...

Q: We are designing a pitched roof for our 1950s-era home that has an almost-flat torch-down roof. We want to update the look and get a better roofing system.

“The two common house designs are flat and pitched roof orientation. Both types are ideal for the climatic conditions in Kenya,” notes Odhiambo who has been practising for over 15 years.

TYPES OF ROOF STRUCTURE There are only two main options for the roof structure of a flat-to-pitched conversion: deadload (also known as a propped rafter) and self-supporting (or spanning truss).

Flat Direct can be used on pitched roofs with up to 30° incline and guarantees short installation times with its pre-assembled components.

A hallmark of modern home design, flat roofs can also be less expensive to install than sloped or pitched roofs. Flat roof repairs cost $700, on average, with high repair costs of about $1,100 and ...

In terms of longevity, a pitched roof with tiles will have a longer lifespan (around 50-90 years) while a flat roof finished with traditional EPDM rubber will be much shorter and require ...