Gable and hip roofs both serve similar functions, but they each carry their own unique pros and cons. Here's how to choose the best fit for your home.

The roof is a major design element of your house. But let’s not forget its primary purpose: To protect you and your belongings from rain, wind and weather in general.

Here are 15 key design and construction moves that are tailor made for winter climates. The Roof. 1. A simple gable is best.

A large gable roof with white-painted rafters sails over Senior Shelter, a house cloaked in black timber by i29 for an elderly couple in the Netherlands.