1. Roof
1.2 Roof Futures
The Lung-go roof is also a raised roof like the Jamthog but does not extend to the full length of the main roof. A Lung-go roof can be gable ended or hipped like the Jamthog. Historically it had no clerestory windows. According to tradition, the entitlement of Lung-go is similar to Jamthog though this type of roof is now found all over Bhutan on farm buildings.
A Lung-go roof is permissible on all types of buildings under the strict guidance of Bhutan Building Rules. To achieve better space utility, plain clerestory windows may be allowed between the roofs without cornices above.
Illus 1.2.3a
Two storeyed building with Lung-go roof.
Photo 1.2.3b
The Old Zangtopeli above Taktsang monastery with Lung-go roof.