As the name implies, truss uplift affects homes that have roofs that are framed using manufactured wood trusses. In contrast to traditional stick framing, where the rafters, hip, ridge and ceiling ...

Conclusion Trusses and frames may be hidden from sight once a home is complete, but their role in shaping strong, stable, and energy-efficient buildings is crucial.

Wood truss construction surged in popularity in the 1960s and ’70s, but back then most buildings that used metal-plate-connected wood trusses had flat ceilings. With today’s CAD and BIM technology, ...

Elaborate truss ceilings and bright hues keep the eye moving in this modern hacienda in Santa Barbara. Designed by late architect Barry Berkus, a row of bi-fold French Doors open the interiors to ...

A classic courtyard entry, arched doorways and a living/dining room area beneath truss beam ceilings set the stage for this contemporary spin on a Spanish-style home Irvine’s Shady Canyon area.

Open Joist 2000 is the product name for a type of floor-truss system being used in today's building construction. According to the manufacturer, Open Joist Inc. of Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, Open ...