Dormer Decisions: Making Form Meet Function Roof Dormers Can Add Depth and Dimension to Your Home Whether you’re looking to expand your attic or want a new look for your home, roof dormers might be your solution. But though they might seem like one of the simpler home renovations, it takes a skilled craftsman to add dormers that really work with your home. Which roof dormers you choose is directly related to what you want or need them for; you could end up with some oddball-looking features if you don’t know ahead of time. So when it’s time to make a dormer decision, consider the following:
and extra-large windows can add a cozy seat to any loft. • The weather. Does your home get a lot of sunlight? If so, a flared gable might be the way to go. They offer a lot of shade, working the same way a roof does when it covers your front porch. •
The architecture. Pedimented roof dormers are beautiful, but you have to have a certain type of house to pull them off. If your home is small, or if you lack the appropriate number of windows, pedimented dormers can make your home look topheavy.
One of the most im• The look. Traditional roof dormers, portant aspects of home renovations comes also known as doghouse dormers or gable down to dimensions, and your dormers are dormers, can add depth to your home, but no exception. If they’re the wrong size, or not a lot of space. If all you want is a gorif you install too many of them, your home geous look, these roof dormers are your best will look lopsided. And while the cost of bet. adding a dormer is affordable, you could find your budget skyrocketing if you (or a • The space. If you need space for an less qualified design architect) start to get attic remodeling project, then eyebrow dor- carried away. Finally, you should keep in mers might be for you. Their friendly curves mind that adding dormers will make your