Resembling the wingspan of a butterfly, this roof consists of two planes that slant down towards each other. The butterfly roof gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s and is still used by contemporary architects today.
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The butterfly roof eliminates the need for traditional gutter and downspout systems as rainwater drains into the central trough where it can be harvested.
Resembling the wingspan of a butterfly, this roof consists of two planes that slant down towards each other. The butterfly roof gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s and is still used by contemporary architects today.
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