Blah house? Dress it up with dormers.

Blah house? Dress it up with dormers Get familiar with these tiny 'houses,' which add extra headroom, light and ventilation to attics and upper rooms. By Robert Martin of Southern Living   more from our partners Create an entertaining backyard Do it yourself and save big No-money home makeover ideas Like other features in the architectural and design world, dormers take on many shapes and sizes, depending on the style of home they complement. Get familiar with these most common types. Dormer pointers If you're thinking about adding dormers to your house, keep these guidelines in mind.  The location of the rafters in your home is crucial because a dormer's sidewalls must rest on top of them. It is best to double ...