For The Advanced Framing Crew Only!

by Tim Layton

in Design,Exteriors

Want to see something impressive? Check this out…

curvy roof

I noticed this while I was browsing pictures at the Marvin Windows website awhile back.

The house is impressive overall and I like a whole list of things about it, but the most unique thing is that curved roof up-top! How cool is that?

There are a number of ways of doing that. Most likely, the builder had some curved beams made at a custom lamination shop. But it can also be done with plywood! You just cut segments of the curve and assemble the peices into thick beams.

If you decide to try it, maybe start with the doghouse or something til you get the hang of it!

:-)

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Article by Tim Layton

Tim Layton, aka Remodeling Guy, worked his first full week on a construction site at age 11. Learning the ropes from his grandfather, he became a licensed contractor in Florida at age 19, which remained his profession for twenty years.

Tim got involved in blogging in 2009 and now focuses much of his energy on encouraging and inspiring people to dream big remodeling dreams here at RemodelingGuy.net, and as a writer for various publications in both online and traditional media.

Tim also helps his wife, Kim, with an inspiring and growing online community at her site, EverythingEtsy.com.

Tim and Kim split their time between their hometown of Tampa, Florida and the historic harborside town of Punta Gorda, FL. They have been married for 21 years and have two awesome sons.

Follow Tim on Twitter: @RemodelingGuy

{ 11 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Jess @ Frugal with a Flourish October 28, 2009 at 7:14 pm

OMG! That is beautiful! I love the porch too!

2 Mrs. Q October 28, 2009 at 8:27 pm

Wow…that is stunning! I love the curved roof too :) I guess the only thing not to love about that house would be the window cleaning bill…because with that many windows I would definitely have to hire someone! :)

3 Rachel October 28, 2009 at 9:06 pm

Wow! That is beautiul! I may just have to change my plans for my dream home. :)

4 JanMarie October 28, 2009 at 10:47 pm

Absolutely stunning!………and then some.

Thanks for sharing. What a beautiful house overall but the curves are worth a double take.

5 Carla October 28, 2009 at 11:50 pm

Wow! That’s gorgeous! Gotta go wipe the drool off my keyboard now……

6 Condo Blues October 29, 2009 at 12:13 am

The curved roof is gorgeous and dare I say – sexy? Oh yes, I dare. It’s sexy.

7 Sarah October 29, 2009 at 11:22 am

Wow! Totally gorg!

8 Abbie October 29, 2009 at 1:29 pm

Ok, now please don’t ban me for this … although I LOVE the porch, roof shape and columns, I don’t like the curved window into the upper story/attic. Seems like it doesn’t fit with the other lines of the house.

However, it IS unique for sure and I did wonder how they did it! And, of course, the light that window lets in probably makes the space liveable – would be too dark otherwise.

9 Cheryl October 29, 2009 at 1:43 pm

That whole house is stunning. The trim on the doors and windows – man. And the curved roof IS wonderful.

10 Jacquie October 30, 2009 at 12:11 am

Wow…that is so beautiful! I’ve never seen a roof like that.

11 Remodeling Guy October 30, 2009 at 7:26 pm

thanks for all the feedback. it is a cool place isn’t it. And Condo Blues… I see what you mean. It is a bit curvacious, especially for a house!

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