Architectural design options

the atlas way
architectural design is
just a truss away
design without
compromise
Working as a team, our design staff
ensures that their individual strengths
are matched to each customer’s needs.
At Atlas, our certified team of structural
designers is dedicated to the product
design process and has over 100 years
of combined experience in the industry.
Our state-of-the-art, computer-assisted
design software is at the center of our
top-notch design department. As a
result, we are recognized as industry
specialists who have developed a
strong expertise in structural design,
and are able to consistently deliver
for our clients.
For more information on the Atlas Structural Systems product line, please contact us at
one of our convenient locations or visit our website.
Dieppe
691, boul. Malenfant Blvd.
Unité / Suite 2
Dieppe, NB E1A 5T8
T506 855-6666
F506 855-6667
Richibucto
102, rue Industrial Park St.
Richibucto, NB
E4W 4A4
T506 523-1344
F506 523-1345
Sussex
1162, route 124
Norton, NB
E5T 1Y8
T506 839-2220
F506 839-2221
Inkerman
1376, route 113
Inkerman, NB
P.O. Box 3003 E8P 1E8
T506 336-1991
F506 336-1999
1 877 422-1344 | info@atlasway.ca | www.atlasway.ca
Photographs used in this publication are for reference and do not necessarily include materials supplied by Atlas Structural Systems.
A distinctive roofline
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The roof is a critical component of the
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A distinctive roofline
architectural look, aesthetic appeal and livability
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Extra space means enhanced livability
of a home. When it is well planned and designed,
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Architectural ceilings
the roof can greatly influence the functionality
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Engineered walls for versatility
of the structure. Features like vaulted ceilings,
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Engineered components
open spans, elegant dormers and attic rooms
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Engineered floor systems
can truly make a difference in the use of space
and the overall value and appeal of a property.
first impressions
count
Perhaps you cannot judge a book by
its cover, but you can and do judge a
structure by its rooflines. In most cases,
the type of roof determines the style and
image projected by a home. Consider
how the roof drives the first impressions
made by these elegant homes.
Gable & Bay
An elegant multi-sided bay constructed with a
custom-engineered truss mates perfectly with
the end of the gable style roof. It establishes
the shape of a cozy dining nook.
Hip, Gable & bay
This home combines the hip and gable roof styles
for a formal look and adds a Victorian detail with
the octagonal bay.
beautiful craftsmanship
This craftsman-style cottage consists of a dual-pitch
gable truss with a full-length roof peak. The dormer
extensions add both room and personality to the home.
A French Accent
The Mansard roof offers so much attic space, it is
often used as an extra story. The charming built-out
“eyebrow” dormers are a pleasing addition.
Cross-Hipped
These multi-angled rooflines leave a lasting
impression. Here a cross-hipped design essentially
blends several hip roofs, including “half-hipped”
sections that create distinctive rooflines.
eye-catching detail
Distinctive roof trusses
make interesting ceiling
treatments possible. This
stylish alcove was created
by using a cathedral truss.
Bonnet-Style (Bell roof)
This roof has many variations. One of them adds
a bonnet to the lower section, creating porches,
decorative overhangs and extra room, such as
the extension to the attached garage seen here.
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extra space means
enhanced livability
at t i c
f u l l at t i c r oom
The correct truss design improves space
efficiency by creating attic space in the
gable roof style or even a full attic room
courtesy of a truss known as a “sloping flat.”
The Sky’s The Limit
cape cod
Using truss construction usually means there is no need for
interior load-bearing walls. This gives an architect or designer
great flexibility in creating drama with wall and ceiling shapes
that can be entirely decorative.
The popular “open” floor plan is easily achieved using engineered trusses.
Sweeping staircases leading to dramatic balconies, stunning great rooms,
walls with pass-throughs — the sky’s the limit!
The cape cod roof truss provides the
structural strength to open nearly every
cubic foot of volume beneath the ceiling.
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Architectural ceilings
ENGINEERED
FOR STYLE
c at h e d r al
Engineered roof trusses
inspire many variations
on a theme for ceilings.
Stylish elements such as;
tray, coffered, and barrel
ceilings are made possible
using engineered trusses.
A low-slope cathedral ceiling, created with
the scissor truss, allows a modest slope
for the ceiling.
Atlas roof trusses provide
the strength that makes
decorative design a matter
of imagination.
f u l l c at h e dral
The full cathedral ceiling calls for a
full scissor roof truss.
ENGINEERED
FOR ATMOSPHERE
A high ceiling is uplifting
and makes a small room feel
more spacious. A sloped
ceiling forces the eye upwards,
emphasizing a light and
open atmosphere.
t r ay / c o f f e r
barrel ceiling
The tray/coffered ceiling has a flat
center with sides sloping in from the walls,
adding dramatic effect to any space.
Barrel trusses make it possible to have a
rounded cove ceiling, giving architectural
interest to the room.
v e rt i c a l t r ay
Cathedral ceilings can vary in
pitch and shape, depending on
the type of roof truss used.
The vertical tray ceiling is often framed
with one or more stepped square edges,
going from the wall to the flat ceiling.
va u lt e d c e i ling
A vaulted ceiling truss creates a shed effect
by sloping upward from one side only.
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engineered walls
for versatility
engineered
components
OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN
Engineered
STRUCTURAL WALL
FRAMING
span the distance
Atlas helps meet the architectural
challenges presented by today’s
open floor plans. Our engineered
beams have the rigidity and
load-bearing strength to support
your most ambitious plans.
Today’s homes are using
tall, multi-story walls
with many openings for
specialty windows and doors.
Your builder should use
engineered studs, columns
and beams for tall walls
to prevent the bowing and
flexing of exterior walls.
PARALLAM BEAM
CONNECTORS
LAMINATED
VENEER LUMBER
(LVL)
Glued Laminated Timbers
(GLULAM column)
STEEL BEAM
Atlas engineered beams and tall
walls resist bending and flexing
as they span long distances and
soar to cathedral heights.
EXPANDED LIVING SPACE
standing tall
with atl as
When roof loads are increased
by snow buildup or the forces
of wind, Laminated Veneer
Lumber (LVL) or Glulam
materials offer strength and
security. They are structurally
capable of sustaining both wind
pressures and vertical loads.
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These studs and beams are far more
structurally stable in walls supporting
large compression loads. They resist
the bowing and flexing found in
conventional solid-wood framing,
particularly in high snowfall regions.
make a
connection
Atlas has a complete line of
structural and architectural
hangers. These connectors
add strength and architectural
detail to your home.
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engineered floor systems
MULTI-LEVEL ROOM
engineered for
open concepts
Supporting floor loads is
just as important as holding
up the roof. Open-span
construction allows great
flexibility in design. With
an engineered floor system,
wall placement allows
floor layouts that ordinary
framing could not achieve.
CANTILEVERS
GRAND ENTRANCES
& balconies
Atlas Structural Systems offers
an extensive range of product
types and sizes so that, with
a little imagination, you can
create an inviting foyer or an
impressive great room.
Engineered floor systems
can be installed to create
cantilevered walkways
and “floating” balconies.
SUNKEN ENTRYWAY
ATLAS FLOOR TRUSS
Multiple Levels
& l andings
High ceilings and multi-level floors compliment
each other. The sunken living room adds
drama and height to soaring cathedral ceilings.
Engineered joists make the most luxurious
designs possible.
OPEN JOIST
2000
I-JOIST
BRIDGE
OPEN BASEMENT
Atlas engineered floor systems make
the choice of floor finish materials
essentially unrestricted by weight
concerns. Ceramic, slate, and other
heavy floor coverings are easily
supported by engineered floor systems.
Hidden Utilities
Atlas offers a comprehensive
product line of engineered floor
products, beams and connectors.
It’s the answer to hiding ductwork
and other utility services within the
floor system to eliminate bulkheads.
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the atlas way
architectural design is
just a truss away
design without
compromise
Working as a team, our design staff
ensures that their individual strengths
are matched to each customer’s needs.
At Atlas, our certified team of structural
designers is dedicated to the product
design process and has over 100 years
of combined experience in the industry.
Our state-of-the-art, computer-assisted
design software is at the center of our
top-notch design department. As a
result, we are recognized as industry
specialists who have developed a
strong expertise in structural design,
and are able to consistently deliver
for our clients.
For more information on the Atlas Structural Systems product line, please contact us at
one of our convenient locations or visit our website.
Dieppe
691, boul. Malenfant Blvd.
Unité / Suite 2
Dieppe, NB E1A 5T8
T506 855-6666
F506 855-6667
Richibucto
102, rue Industrial Park St.
Richibucto, NB
E4W 4A4
T506 523-1344
F506 523-1345
Sussex
1162, route 124
Norton, NB
E5T 1Y8
T506 839-2220
F506 839-2221
Inkerman
1376, route 113
Inkerman, NB
P.O. Box 3003 E8P 1E8
T506 336-1991
F506 336-1999
1 877 422-1344 | info@atlasway.ca | www.atlasway.ca
Photographs used in this publication are for reference and do not necessarily include materials supplied by Atlas Structural Systems.