“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.

Thermoplastic polyolefin — or TPO — roofing is a single-ply roofing material most common on flat roofs. It’s affordable and ...

A flat roof is the easiest type to build and offers perks you don’t get with a sloping roof. For one, it’s a potential garden ...

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 ...