Framing Hip Roof Cupola

The framing for this roof is a symmetrical hip roof with large overhangs and a cupola.

Framing hip roof cupola.

Fasten the rafters together. In order to allow for the cupola the framing of the roof does not extend to the peak. My contractor buddy built the frame out of wood and wants a metal roof. Piece of 2x2 as a hub.

Join the rafters using a 6 1 2 in. This makes the framing a bit more complicated but it accomplishes the owner s goal of an unrestricted view of the cupola from the interior of the building. Screw the hub to two of the rafters and fasten the other two by driving 3 in. Good directions carlisle 36 in x 49 in white vinyl cupola with copper roof.

Item 1356844 model 2136cv. You can frame the cupola on top of your existing roof but be sure you have solid blocking under the outside walls of the cupola. Screws through the rafters into the hub. This video explains in detail how to build a hip roof.

Most cupolas i ve seen have a hip roof.