Appraisal of the Application of Gable Roof in Tropical Climates

Abstract

Olatunde Daniel Babalola, Chidinma Ije Nduka-Kalu and Uzodinma Kelechi Ugah

The roof, walls, windows, doors, structural details, and ground surfaces make up the building envelope, which is an essential part of any building since it protects the occupants and controls the inside atmosphere. This paper relied on the appraisal of the application of gable roof in tropical climate. A few publicly available documents were examined. Information gathered from a few of the publication was thoroughly examined and organized thematically. The research investigates on the insight on the application of gable roof which can be implemented in the design of building envelope and environments in tropical climate. This paper provide insights on the classification and benefits on gable roof, which further help to promote some of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which are focused on the design for health, climate adaptation and rethinking resources, which can be subdivided into good health, renewable energy, sustainable cities and communities, climate action and life on land. Students studying architecture and building design, researchers and academics can all learn from this work, surrounding the application of the use of gable roof in tropical climate environment.

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