Monitor style describes a building with a raised center section and a gabled roof supported by trusses.
Monitor roof barn.
A monitor roof is defined as a symmetrical two sided roof with a raised area along the ridge with it s own roof running parallel to the main roof.
The monitor style roof has a raised center aisle and the long sides of the monitor often boast clerestory windows or louvers that allow light or ventilation to penetrate the areas under the roof.
In the past monitor style roofs were only used in traditional barn designs specifically horse barns.
This type of roof has been used for barns and traditional sugar houses over the years.
The monitor barn has a pushed up center which is excellent for a hayloft apartment extra storage or ventilation if you do not put a second floor in.
This barn style offers a much higher roof line than a gable style barn improving natural light and ventilation or allowing for the creation of a large loft or even finished living quarters.
While traditionally monitor style roofs were a popular choice for farm and equestrian buildings these days they are common across a broad range.
Amish crafted monitor barns.
A monitor barn also called a raised center aisle or rca barn is a traditional barn design that features a raised center section.
If you are looking for a unique design for your barn take a glimpse at the carriage sheds monitor barn.