Can a gable roof be framed to have an open gable at one end? I received an architectural drawing with an open gable and a cathedral ceiling. Meaning 1. the ridge is unsupported and 2. there are no rafter or collar ties…
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Yes, I have framed similar gables before. It will need to be constructed as a truss, the cross member at the bottom is essential to maintaining the structure. The ties will prevent uplift on the rafters and the ridge is supported by the truss. This particular method may or may not work for you as we have a 5lb snow load in this area, and your mileage may vary. I would not attempt to build this without an engineer's stamped design.