Hip roof

Hip roofs often have a consistent level fascia, meaning that a gutter can be fitted all around.

Hip roofs have the advantage of giving a compact, solid appearance to a structure.

In modern domestic architecture, hip roofs are commonly seen in bungalows and cottages, and have been integral to styles such as the American Foursquare.

However, for a hurricane region, the roof also has to be steep-sloped; at least 35 degrees from horizontal or steeper in slope is preferred.

[3][4] Elegant, organic additions are relatively difficult to make on houses with hip roofs.

This type simplifies the construction of the roof; no girder trusses are required, but it still has level walls and consistent eaves.

The lower edge of the half-hip may have a gutter that leads back on to the remainder of the roof on one or both sides.

Half-hipped roofs are common in England, Denmark, Germany and especially in Austria and Slovenia.

They are also typical of traditional timber-frame buildings in the Wealden area of South East England.