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Fine Homebuilding Project Guides Exploring Octagonal Roof Framing with SketchUp Watch this virtual tour of a typical stick-built octagonal roof. Roof Tour deJour:This video is a virtual tour of a typical stick-built octagonal roof. Using the orbit feature of SketchUp it is simple to explore how all the rafters and other components are assembled:The model has an octagonal center block to receive the full length common rafters which then requires the 22.5 degree hip rafters to have sharp top angles which are difficult to cut with a typical circular saw. A sixteen-agonal center block would be more of a challenge to make but would simplify rafter cutting. The hips would require only a simple plumb cut. In the roof modeling tutorial below I’ll show the steps I use to create a center block making a 16-sided one in the example.An octagonal roof framed with trusses is a different animal even though the geometry is the same. Truss roofs are generated almost entirely with engineering software and assembled by following a truss erection plan. Although the math is the same, much less in-depth understanding of the process is required so I didn’t get into it in this tutorial.Beyond the Math:From a recent viewer comment on my You Tube Channel I learned that blocklayer.com is a great resource for carpenters. The site has an impressive selection of excellent calculators for figuring rafter lengths and angles for any standard roof configuration. There is a special section within the site for figuring math required for gazebo roofs of any shape and pitch imaginable; need to build a pentagonal gazebo? It can be done! A SketchUp model can’t match the speed of these calculators for crunching so many numbers but it should help visualize “beyond the math” how the complex measurements and angles are integrated into various framing members and how the members interconnect to form unique roof shapes.Polyagonal Roof Modeling Tutorial:While working up the models for this blog post I ended up with a number of techniques that simplify the process. The tutorial example shows how I model an octagonal roof. With a little adaptation you can use the same steps to model any-agonal framing. You’ll see the difference between roof framing in “the real world” and framing at The Digital Job Site where all the intuitive SketchUp tools make quick work of what is challenging carpentry. Well, at least it should be quick

Work. If you watch the video you’ll see me bungle through the sequence of steps to model the hip rafter which I can hardly call quick. At least you’ll be able to model more quickly after watching my mistake.Octagonal Model and Measure:To get the rafter lengths and angles for an octagon roof from this tutorial just review the “Model and Measure” series at the Digital Job Site where I walk through the steps of using model components to generate rafter cutting information.As always, thanks for visiting The Digital Job Site blog. Fine Homebuilding Recommended Products Fine Homebuilding receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs. All New Kitchen Ideas that Work Kitchens are one of the most important rooms in the house. It's where we pack in the most function and spend the most money, so you want something that's convenient and inspiring — this book will help you get there. Musings of an Energy Nerd: Toward an Energy-Efficient Home Fine Homebuilding readers know Martin Holladay well and love his practical, cost-effective approach to energy-efficiency and green building. In this book, he walks you through every step of planning an energy-smart home that is healthy, durable, and comfortable. Code Check 10th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to Building a Safe House It would be great if this book didn’t need to exist, but it's definitely a must-have. It's a one-size-fits-all code book that's easy to understand and will help you sail through your inspections. Sign up for eletters today and get the latest how-to from Fine Homebuilding, plus special offers. Sang's octagonal umbrella? Octagonal roof framing revealed A pentagonal roof? Yup. Framing for any number of sides is surprisingly similar. Previous: Model and Measure Part Three: Demystifying Hip Roof Framing by Measuring in SketchUp Next: Three Ways to Lay Out an Elliptical Curve --> Framing Become a member and get unlimited site access, including the Framing Project Guide. Start Free Trial

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Various scripts and extra tools tailored to their field, such as tools to create topo maps or layout wall and roof framing for architectural design. Sketchup's commitment to providing a free version for hobbyist and student users is a welcome sight in today's rampant subscription paywalls.”- SketchUp Review, Sergio C.What users dislike:“Does not have parametric and data-driven features (BIM). Not a solids-based modeler, so issues can occur with reversed faces if not modeled carefully. If used for conceptual design, over-modeling makes transitioning for BIM difficult (vertical faces become walls, horizontal faces become floors or roofs, etc.)”- SketchUp Review, Eric B.10. SmartDrawCategory: Diagramming SoftwareSmartDraw is a diagramming software that offers a blend of simplicity and power and can be used across industries. It provides thousands of diagram templates and integrates with Google Workspace™, MS Office®, the Atlassian stack, and other similar platforms.The platform is free to use online.What users like best:“SmartDraw has come in handy for both business uses and personal. The program does a great job with general business charts, etc., making it nice for presentations and proposals. We also used the program to redesign our garage layout and convert a room in our home to a formal dining room.”- SmartDraw Review, Mike M.What users dislike:“Switching back and forth between the home and design tabs is complicated. Adding a shape and moving it forward and back would be more efficient if those two options were also on the same tab.”- SmartDraw Review, Ralph A.Coming to an Architectural Digest near youCreating