In principle, I find shed dormers quite effective for better utilization of an attic space.
Since my house does not have a knee wall, the front of the dormer would need to start flush with the exterior wall in order to gain more living space (floor area) on the upper floors.
To achieve a flat ceiling surface (or at least standing height in the front area of the dormer), I believe the dormer would have to be relatively tall and might appear rather disproportionate.
Am I seeing this correctly?
In houses with an existing knee wall, shed dormers appear much more slender and blend much better into the roof surface.
For me, the question is whether such a shed dormer (which should extend across the entire side of the house—set back about 1 meter (3 feet) on the right and left) would become far too bulky on my suburban house with a roof pitch of about 50 degrees.
Maybe someone can help me.
Regards
Since my house does not have a knee wall, the front of the dormer would need to start flush with the exterior wall in order to gain more living space (floor area) on the upper floors.
To achieve a flat ceiling surface (or at least standing height in the front area of the dormer), I believe the dormer would have to be relatively tall and might appear rather disproportionate.
Am I seeing this correctly?
In houses with an existing knee wall, shed dormers appear much more slender and blend much better into the roof surface.
For me, the question is whether such a shed dormer (which should extend across the entire side of the house—set back about 1 meter (3 feet) on the right and left) would become far too bulky on my suburban house with a roof pitch of about 50 degrees.
Maybe someone can help me.
Regards
B
Bauexperte11 Apr 2011 10:17Hello,
Are you really referring to a shed dormer, or rather a “gable dormer” or a cross gable?
Regarding the dimensions, you should first check the written regulations of your zoning plan (building permit / planning permission). Usually, the building authorities allow smaller dimensions. It will also state there whether and what type of dormer or cross gable you are allowed to install.
Best regards
S.D. schrieb:
In principle, I find shed dormers quite good for making better use of an attic space.
Are you really referring to a shed dormer, or rather a “gable dormer” or a cross gable?
S.D. schrieb:
For me, the question is whether such a shed dormer (which should extend across the entire side of the house – set back about 1 meter (3 feet) on both the right and left) will look too bulky on my suburban house with a roof pitch of about 50 degrees.
Regarding the dimensions, you should first check the written regulations of your zoning plan (building permit / planning permission). Usually, the building authorities allow smaller dimensions. It will also state there whether and what type of dormer or cross gable you are allowed to install.
Best regards
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