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Choosing the Proper Cupola Placement

5/26/2020

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The right cupola placement can make all the difference on your home. On the surface, cupola placement appears straightforward: place the cupola in the center of the roof. But different roofs require different considerations. For example, a long roofline may require a cupola on either end as opposed to a central cupola. Here are a few examples of proper cupola placement to help you visualize a cupola on your home.

Examples of Proper Cupola Placement

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​For this L-shaped home, the customer chose two complementary cupolas. For the main building, a large, window cupola takes center stage, providing a beautiful focal point. The smaller louver cupola on the wing is both appropriate for the shorter, one-story roofline and echoes the main cupola instead of vying for attention.
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Cupola placement on this home is complicated by multiple roofs, a double garage and a pair of dormers. Centering the window cupola between the dormers creates a cohesive look that echoes the peaks of the roofs and brings balance to the roofline.
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For houses with multiple roofs and stories, it is best to place your cupola in the center of the highest roof, even if it is not perfectly centered on the house. As the highest point of your building, the cupola will draw the eye up and tie all the elements of your home together.

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For this elegant estate, the homeowners wanted matching cupolas for the house and three car garage. Opting for two cupolas on either end of the main home allowed the cupolas to all be the same size, creating a seamless, unified look.
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​This octagonal cupola is perfectly centered on the attached garage, and its round shape provides a nice contrast to the sharp lines of the architecture. The peak of the cupola draws even with the peak of the roof on the house, keeping an even sightline across the buildings and composing a complete picture.
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This quaint ranch offers a long, unbroken roof line, opening up the possibilities when it comes to cupola placement. A slightly larger central cupola with smaller, matching cupolas on either end of the roof provides perfect balance and maximum charm. ​
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The function of a cupola can also determine its placement. For barns and stables, cupolas often provide much needed ventilation to keep livestock healthy. Opting for multiple smaller cupolas rather than a large single cupola optimizes air flow and improves the air quality inside the barn.

Need Help With Cupola Placement? Ask the Experts!

The cupola specialists at Valley Forge Cupolas are always ready and willing to answer your cupola questions! From properly sizing your cupola to cupola placement to custom accents, we can help you design the cupola of your dreams. Call us today at 866-400-1776 for excellent customer service and top-of-the-line, quality cupolas!
4 Comments
Karen Bylsma
6/19/2021 07:52:28 pm

What is the proper placement of a cupola on a 12x14 barn shed? As it sets in the yard, it is viewed from the front, not the side.

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Valley Forge Cupolas link
6/20/2021 12:15:09 pm

I would need to see a photo of the building. Most of our customers place the cupola in the center of the roof. Thank you, Beverly

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Greg Raymond
7/15/2022 07:04:05 pm

What is the proper size cupola and where should it be positioned on a 24x40 building

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Valley Forge Cupolas link
7/16/2022 07:07:11 am

We suggest a 48" cupola for a 40' roof. I would place the cupola in the center of the roof. Feel Free to contact us at 866-400-1776. Thank you, Beverly

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