An architect reimagines Colombo-Colonial architecture, creating a descending space plan and a "leaf-like" roof for only ...

The design also reduces flat surfaces and larger overhangs where wind can get caught and put upward pressure on the structure. With multiple sloped sections, the roof layout moves wind up and over ...

Before sketching out your design, assess the roof you're planning to use - it's important that the building is sturdy enough to hold the structure you build. If you have a sloping roof it's best ...

The principal impact this had on the design was topographical ... including geothermal heat exchangers and photovoltaic panels on the shallow sloping roof. Inside there is a neutral palette of ...