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The Pitch Transition: Engineering Shingle-to-Flat Membrane Intersections and Capillary Water Breaks

• September 23, 2026
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In tropical residential architecture, tiered verandas, wraparound porches, and low-pitch carports frequently intersect the steep, dramatic gables of the main residence. These architectural transitions—shifting from a steep pitch (such as 8:12 or 10:12) down to a shallow veranda pitch (such as 2:12 or 1:12)—add visual depth and vernacular charm. However, from a fluid dynamics and …