- Help make the space feel open
One of the biggest problems associated with flat or straight rooflines is that they can make the space below feel enclosed and even claustrophobic at times. A gabled patio, on the other hand, can make the space below feel open and airy. If you are planning on using the space for entertainment purposes, it is especially important that you ensure there is plenty of ambient space, otherwise your guests will feel as if the roof is pressing in on them.
- Help the space feel cooler in summer
Whilst it is nice to get outside on those hot summer days, the stifling heat is often enough to deter us from our entertaining areas. A gabled roof, however, is able to help your space feel relatively cool without the aid of fans or air conditioners. This is possible because there is more space underneath the roof, allowing heat to flow out and fresh air to constantly flow in. You will be able to enjoy your patio, even on the hottest summer days.
- Help the space look much brighter
Because a gabled roof sits much higher than other styles, it permits more natural light to penetrate the space. Have you noticed that your patio often feels much darker than the rest of the backyard? This will no longer be a problem with this style of roof. The open front invites plenty of natural light into the space, ensuring that you will be able to see with ease and that you won’t require the assistance of artificial lighting or torches.
- Offers plenty of headroom
If you are an overly tall person, you have probably realised that traditional patios don’t offer you a whole lot of headroom. With a gabled roof, however, you will be able to walk around the space without fear that you will bump your head. The raised roof will also allow you plenty of room to store large vehicles, such as boats, that is not possible in other styles. You will also be able to store items in the roof cavity, out of reach and harms way.
- Complements homes with gabled roofs
For homes that feature these stunning roofs, what better match will you find then a gabled patio? Using this style will allow you to extend the flow of the house naturally, whereas other designs often look out of place. The additional benefit to this is that these roofs can be combined with other styles to create a more attractive and functional entertaining space. It can feature ‘wings’, for example, that are much lower to the ground and roof line.
As you can see, there are a number of benefits associated with the use of gabled patios somewhere on your property. Not only will they allow you to extend your living and entertaining areas into the great outdoors, they will do so in a highly functional and aesthetic manner. Just make sure that you think carefully about the decision before you make it, as this will ensure that it is the perfect solution for your own home and needs.