Roofs. If they’re up there, they’re in here.Up-to-the-minute overview of roof design and construction.Hundreds of full-color photographs.Homeowners don’t think about roofs till water is pouring into their attic...but architects think about them all the time. The "fifth skin" of every building provides protection against the sun, the wind, and the rain, and it also defines the character of the architecture. With full information on different types of roofs, materials, and auxiliary elements, Roofs Selection is sure to be a top pick for architecture and building professionals.