Considering a flat roof extension for your home? Forget what you've heard, this is a great way to add space and value to your ...

“The two common house designs are flat and pitched roof orientation. Both types are ideal for the climatic conditions in Kenya,” notes Odhiambo who has been practising for over 15 years.

Thermal insulation Buildings with pitched roofs are roughly 10-15% more compact than those with a flat roof. This significant reduction translates into higher thermal insulation by simply limiting ...

A hallmark of modern home design, flat roofs can also be less expensive to install than sloped or pitched roofs. A flat roof is a roof that relies on special waterproofing techniques and a minimal ...

Kenya's home style is evolving. In recent years, elegant houses with flat roofs have replaced traditional homes with pitch and iron sheets or tile roofs in new construction. The rooftop terrace ...

Roof insulation is especially vital if your home has a flat or pitched roof. Sealing up a roof and adding insulation can protect it against ice dams and other moisture-related problems.