Crooked Doghouse

Glue and fasten each truss with countersunk screws, driving pilot holes into the ends before assembly so the screws don't split the 2x2 stock. Every truss uses a different angle combination, so keep your cut pieces labeled and match them to the right truss.

Mark the truss locations on the floor panel. Apply glue to the tops of the panel where each truss lands, then screw down through the floor into each truss with 2" screws.

Attach the two end panels to the trusses as shown, using glue at every joint.

Attach the lower and upper side panels using 2" screws and glue.

Trim out the sides using 1" finish nails and glue. The stated measurements run to the center of each stud, which makes for easier, more accurate nailing than measuring to a board edge.

Trim out the front and back panels the same way, following the angled measurements exactly — this is where a sloppy cut turns "charmingly crooked" into "actually doesn't fit."

Trim out the front door opening with glue and 1" finish nails.

Attach the front and back overhang trusses, making sure to join the tops with screws and glue. If you want extra support, add ridge poles between the trusses — not strictly required, but cheap insurance on a roof this shape.

Attach the two roof plywood panels last. Because the truss angles differ, the two roof panels are different sizes — double-check you're installing the right one on the right side before you commit any fasteners.