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Quick answer
- Build roofs from stairs and slabs, never full blocks.
- Overhang the walls by one block so the roof casts a shadow.
- Pick a darker block than the walls so the roof stands out.
The roof makes or breaks a build. A few rules turn a box into a house.
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Roof shapes
| Pitch | How | Looks |
|---|---|---|
| Steep | Stairs, one up each block | Cottages, medieval houses |
| Gentle | Alternate stairs and slabs | Wide houses, barns |
| Very gentle | Slabs, then full block steps | Japanese and modern builds |
Tips
- Overhang the walls by one block on every side.
- Use upside down stairs under the overhang to make it look thick.
- Finish the ridge at the top with slabs or a different stair.
- Break up long roofs with a dormer window or a chimney.
GradientsMix 2 or 3 similar stairs on a big roof for texture, like dark oak with a little spruce.
Chimneys
A cobblestone or brick chimney poking through the roof adds a lot. Put a campfire on top for smoke.
Cheat sheet
- Stairs and slabs
- One block overhang
- Darker than the walls
- Break up long roofs
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