Reach Beyond Aesthetics: What Your Roof Reveals About You

As Featured in Luxe Magazine September 16, 2024

Your home is an extension of your personality, inside and out. Whether building a new home from the ground up or taking on a full gut reno, your choice of walls, windows, doors and more speaks volumes about your personal style. Roofs are no exception. From sleek, flat and low slope to rustic timber trusses and gable, every roof type has a story to tell. Here, the design and architecture firm of Colorado’s Collective Design and its partner custom home builder, Pinnacle Mountain Homes, shed light on what your roof of choice says about you and your personality.

FLAT ROOFS = MODERN-MINDED

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Flat roof styles suggest someone who values sleek, uncluttered lines and a sense of simplicity in their life. Forward-thinking in mindset, you’re always looking for new ways to improve your environment and, always, with a minimalistic eye. You also prioritize outdoor living with a focus on enjoying rooftop spaces for leisure or creating a green oasis.

SHED/ LOW SLOPE ROOFS = TRANSITIONAL TYPE

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A shed or low slope roof hints at someone with an affinity for both traditional and modern design elements, favoring homes that strike a balance between comfort and sophistication. Versatile, adaptable and ever-evolving, a shed or low slope roof lover usually favors practicality and function, while still being attentive to aesthetic details.

CURVED ROOFS = CONTEMPORARY TONE

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Opting for a curved roof shows a bold personality that thrives on making a statement and is likely drawn to pushing the boundaries of traditional architecture. Your taste is artistic and you tend toward organic, flowing forms that challenge the norm. This roof style suggests a love for cutting-edge materials and technology, welcoming new approaches in design.

ROOFS WITH EXPOSED HEAVY TIMBER TRUSSES = RUSTIC FEEL

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Often chosen by those who value tradition, craftsmanship and a connection to nature, roofs with exposed heavy timber trusses reflect a deep appreciation for the natural world. You prefer materials that age gracefully, adding character and a sense of history to your home. Mostly, you desire a home that invites everyone in with a warm embrace.

GABLE ROOFS = TRADITIONAL NATURE

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For those who value symmetry, order and a sense of permanence, gable roofs are your go-to. Drawn to classic, time-honored designs, you may prefer homes that exude charm, stability and a nod to historical architecture. If this is your roof of choice, chances are you prefer comfort and familiarity, with designs that provide a sense of security and continuity.

MIX OF ROOF TYPES = MOUNTAIN MODERN LOVER

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For those who like a mix of roof types, the Mountain Modern or Mountain Standard Style is probably your pick. Created with a balance of rustic and modern elements, these roofs find a fit with lovers of eclectic design. You likely enjoy the idea of a home that blends into its natural surroundings while still offering modern amenities and aesthetics, with a deep love for the outdoors.

As Collective Design’s designers can attest, everyone has unique needs, preferences and ways to realize their vision of home, roof type included. Through its full-service interior design and architectural services, Collective Design makes it easy and enjoyable for homeowners to create a home that captures who they are and how they want to live. Start your custom home story today.