In the United States, various shapes of gambrel roofs are sometimes called Dutch gambrel or Dutch Colonial gambrel with bell-cast eaves, Swedish, German, English, French, or New England gambrel. The cross-section of a gambrel roof is similar to that of a mansard roof, but a gambrel has vertical gable ends instead of being hipped at the four ...

2012年11月27日 · With its flared eaves, the gambrel roof is the distinguishing feature of this Dutch colonial home in Seattle. Together, timber squared columns and a stone knee wall create a stately Dutch colonial full-width front porch. Diagonal cross balustrades are perfectly suited for a traditional Dutch colonial. Here they help enclose a screened-in porch.

2013年10月4日 · Whether modest or not so, the Dutch colonial gambrel roof shape has survived through several hundred years of American home-building fashions. The original gambrel provided extra habitable space, while contemporary versions are more flexible, offer greater visual interest and are a lovely homage to those pioneering Dutch colonists.

2024年2月29日 · We’re here to delve into the history of this fascinating home style, explain its key features, and help you decide if it’s the right fit for you. This classic-looking Duch Colonial style home has a gambrel roof, shed and gable dormers, and a front porch with a shed roof supported by columns anchored in brick foundation bases.

The Dutch Colonial Gambrel roof is a classic style that's been around for centuries. It originated in the Netherlands and was brought to America by Dutch settlers in the 17th century. This style of roof is characterized by two sloping sides, with the …

2023年12月8日 · The gambrel roof’s journey from barns and sheds in early American settlements to gracing modern homes reflects its time-tested durability and visual allure. Beyond Dutch Colonials, this architectural marvel has found its place in a diverse collection of American architectural styles.

2024年11月26日 · Discover the allure of Dutch Colonial homes with their distinctive gambrel roofs and timeless design. Explore siding, trim and color options to enhance your home’s classic charm.

2024年11月12日 · The most distinctive Dutch Colonial feature is a broad, barn-style, double-pitched gambrel roof. These roofs originated in France, England, and Flanders and were cheaper and easier to build than standard two-story gable roofs. They also saved homeowners money in taxes since assessors classified homes with gambrel roofs as one-story houses.

Dutch Colonial is a style of domestic architecture, primarily characterized by gambrel roofs having curved eaves along the length of the house. Modern versions built in the early 20th century are more accurately referred to as "Dutch Colonial Revival", a subtype of the Colonial Revival style.

Colonial Homes with Gambrel Roofs by Sarah E. Mitchell. The use of the gambrel roof in home designs was popular from around the late 1600's to approximately 1800. (Barns continued to be built with gambrel roof.) The style was used from Maine to Georgia and seems to have been more common in areas closer to the coast.