But now French and U.S. designers have suddenly decided that the zip is hip, the bigger and more blatant the better. As Paris Designer Emmanuelle Khanh put it, they “go with the times—the ...

Both gable and hip roofs have different variations on the basic design. Some homes combine the two roof types or incorporate other roof styles to create a more complex and interesting finished look.

The carport is just a concept for now, but it shows off the image that BMW wants for these new models. They are supposed to be green, premium vehicles with modern, eco-friendly design. Scroll down ...