# Angled Japanese Abodes This Home Features a Zigzagging Roof That Prevents Snow from Building Up By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-10-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prevents-snow References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/10/22/angular-roof-mount-fuji-house-hiroki-tominaga-atelier-tokyo-japan/) & [ht-at](http://www.ht-at.com/blog/katanagare/) Architect Hiroki Tominaga's latest home features a zigzaging roof that prevents snow from building up. In areas that are prone to heavy snowfall, a roof can easily be damaged by the elements. This homes features a unique design that accommodates the snowy environment. The home is located near Mount Fuji, which is an area that receives a great deal of snow. In order to accommodate the changing seasons, Tominaga designed an angular roof that prevents snow from building up. The zigzaging roof features a number of peaks and troughs, which help to direct snow downward and away from the entrances. The jagged profile is inspired by karahafu gables, which is a type of roofing usually applied to [shines and temples in Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate). While the jagged roof may seem unusual, the design perfectly complements the [mountainous landscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avber-house) that surrounds the home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Zigzagging Roofs:** Roofs designed with a zigzagging pattern may become more popular in areas with heavy snowfall. - **Snow-resistant Architecture:** The use of unique architectural designs could lead to more homes and buildings being constructed in snowy regions. - **Traditional Influence in Modern Architecture:** Architects may continue to draw inspiration from traditional Japanese architecture in order to create modern, functional designs that also pay homage to the past. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** Construction companies may need to adapt to the changing needs of homeowners in areas that receive a lot of snow by offering snow-resistant designs. - **Architecture:** Architects may have more opportunities to create innovative designs that take into account the environmental challenges of the locations where their buildings will be constructed. - **Tourism:** The construction of unique, snow-resistant homes and buildings could attract tourists looking for a one-of-a-kind experience in areas with heavy snowfall. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Intersecting Block-Formed Narrow Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-fujidera.md) - [Wooden Clad Jagged Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-architecture-and-design.md) - [Pyramidal Concrete Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyramid-hut.md) - [Upward-Pitched Roof Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneill-mcvoy-architects.md) - [Snow Mountain Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowfall-house.md) - [Layered Living Residence Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymk.md) - [Flood-Mitigating Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ushijima-architects.md) - [Pyramid-Like Suburban Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oza-sabbeth-architects.md)