Roof Clerestory Window Detail

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Roof clerestory window detail.

To create a clerestory. In this example a 20 x 30 rectangular structure with a 6 12 gable roof is used. The clerestory roof can be symmetrical with a hipped or gable type design or else it can be asymmetrical resembling something closer to a skillion roof. A clerestory can be easily created using the roof cuts wall at bottom setting in the wall specification.

Open the plan in which you would like to create a clerestory. A clerestory wall often rises above adjoining roofs. The main feature of a clerestory roof is that it incorporates a row of clerestory windows in the vertical panel between the two sloping roof planes. A clerestory is an interior wall built above part of the roof with high windows to let in light.

Details of nave roof clerestory. A clerestory window is a large window or series of small windows along the top of a structure s wall usually at or near the roof line. A system of clerestory windows positioned underneath a cantilevered roof strategically filters natural light through the interior. A full height window in the living area provides dramatic views of passing storms.