A homeowner uses GAF's Virtual Home Remodeler for roof design inspiration

Roof design inspiration for homeowners

How do I choose the best roof design for my home?

For some, curb appeal refers to siding, landscaping, or even the front door - but it's really the roof tying everything together. From shingle colors and shadow lines to dimensional patterns and shapes, choose a roof from GAF, North America's largest roofing manufacturer, that truly complements your home, reflects your taste, and impresses future buyers.
Side-by-side comparison of a two-story home using GAF's Virtual Home Remodeler, showing the original light gray shingle roof on the left and a preview of a charcoal GAF shingle roof on the right.

Preview different shingle designs on your home

Visualize how shingles might look on your roof. Upload a photo of your house to see how different colors, shadows, and shapes can completely change the curb appeal of your home. You can use a sample photo from our library if you don't want to use your own.

Which shingle colors are popular near me?

Choosing the right shingle color can tie your project together and boost your home’s resale value. Explore popular shingle colors by region in the interactive map below or read more about shingle color trends on the GAF blog.

Explore more shingle color options for your home

Guía de colores de tejas

How to choose a shingle type for your home

Cómo elegir las tejas
* It is difficult to reproduce the color clarity and actual color blends of these products. Antes de elegir tu color, pide ver varias tejas de tamaño natural.

More about roof design on GAF’s blog

FAQs about roof design aesthetics

Homeowners who want help designing and visualizing the look of shingles on their home can access the GAF Shingle Color Guide for information on color color groupings. The GAF Virtual Home Remodeler also allows homeowners to upload images of their own home to get an idea of the shingle styles that may look best on their roof. The best way for homeowners to design the look of their roof is to get matched with a GAF certified contractor to guide them through the process.

Homeowners should choose a GAF roof that truly complements their home, reflects their taste, and impresses future buyers. The GAF Virtual Home Remodeler allows homeowners to upload images of their own home to get an idea of the shingle styles that may look best on their roof. However, the best way for homeowners to design the look of their roof is to get matched with a GAF certified contractor1 to guide them through the process.

1Los contratistas inscritos en los programas de certificación de GAF no son empleados ni agentes de GAF, y GAF no controla ni supervisa de otro modo estas empresas independientes. Los contratistas pueden recibir beneficios, como puntos y descuentos de recompensa por lealtad en herramientas de comercialización de GAF por participar en el programa y ofrecer a GAF garantías mejoradas, que requieren el uso de una cantidad mínima de productos de GAF. Sus tratos con un contratista, y cualquier servicio que le proporcione, están sujetos a los Términos de uso del contratista. Visita www.gaf.com/gaf-contractor-terms-of-use para conocer los detalles.

GAF Timberline HDZ® RS Shingles can be used to comply with both the Cool Roof Requirements of Title 24 and the LA County Green Building Standards Code.2 They may also help contribute to potential cooling cost savings.3

2 Refers to Cool Roof Requirements for steep-slope residential buildings of 2025 Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations and the Green Building Standards Code of Los Angeles County. See applicable codes for details.
3 Energy cost savings are not guaranteed, and the amount of savings, if any, may vary based on factors such as climate zone, utility rates, radiative properties of roofing products, insulation levels, HVAC equipment efficiency, and other factors.
GAF Timberline® NS Shingles are an affordable option that offers the stylish look of classic architectural shingles.
Roof pitch determines how much of the roof is visible from the ground, and may impact the look of a shingle style and color.

A high-pitched roof may account for up to 40% of your home's curb appeal. Bold colors, high-contrast blends, or dark shades can easily dominate the facade if not balanced carefully with siding and trim. Multidimensional shingles with heavy shadow lines showcase their texture best on steep angles.

Because lower slopes may be less visible from street level, intense or highly textured colors may not be as impactful. Darker or richer color tones often work better here to maintain visual presence, whereas lighter neutrals can fade into the background.
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¿Por qué elegir GAF?

Al ser el fabricante de techos más importante de América del Norte, más viviendas y negocios de los EE. UU. están protegidos por un techo GAF que por cualquier otro producto. A lo largo de 135 años en el negocio, hemos mantenido un enfoque sostenido en nuestros clientes.