Image: Agricultural Lakehouse
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Gable Roof Designs – Scandi Barnhouse Inspired Arkular Homes
The classic aesthetic of a gable roof design not only looks great, but provides practical benefits and can help enhance your homes curb appeal. Read on to view 3 examples of Arkular projects with classic gable roof designs.
1. Mollogghip Gable House
201 m2 – 4 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms
A rural retreat on a heritage hazelnut farm with a classic gable end form, the building feels at one with nature, enveloped by the surrounding trees.
The linear design has east to west orientation to assist in promoting cross ventilation throughout the home. FSC certified external timbers milled from sustainable forestry methods will be used externally.
View full Mollongghip House details here.
Image: The Barn House by Garth Architecture
The Advantages of a Gable Roof
A gable roof offers several advantages that enhance both functionality and aesthetics, including:
Drainage: Assists in superior drainage capability that is particularly beneficial in areas prone to heavy rainfall or snow, as the sloped surfaces allow for efficient runoff.
Ventilation: The design of gable roofs allows for better airflow, which can help regulate indoor temperatures and improve ventilation. This is especially advantageous in warmer climates.
Aesthetic Appeal: Gable roofs have a classic and timeless look that enhances the curb appeal of any home. Their symmetrical shape can complement sites, landscapes and cladding styles, making them a versatile choice for many.
Solar Panels: The angular form of a gable roof provides the perfect base for solar panel installation.
Image: The Barn House by Garth Architecture
2. The Agricultural Lakehouse
58m2 – 1 Bed + 1 Bath
Sleek lines and considered design. The Agricultural Lakehouse takes cues from modern Scandinavian architecture while creating a relaxed Australian feel.
Traditional Scandinavian vernacular homes were more concerned with function over form, reflected in early turf houses in Iceland, with homes built with green roofs to provide affordable insulation.
View the Agricultural Lakehouse here.
3. Howqua House
86 m2 – 2 Beds + 2 Baths
A rural retreat, this compact yet highly efficient H-shaped design provides the perfect family home base.
Internally, vaulted cathedral ceilings emphasise and celebrate the gable roof’s 26 degree internal pitch.
The home consists of two forms joined by an entry knuckle that hug the north-facing deck, capturing the winter sun and creating a private sanctuary for the distillery. During summer, the house expands out, opening up so that occupants can enjoy indoor-outdoor living and surrounding views.
