3. Window and Door
The Payab is a window that is embedded in the wall, but has few traditional decorative components. It has Dhung, Pedma. Choetseg, Bogh and Zangshing (illustration 3.1a) on the main window frame or it has Zimchung and Bogh with Zangshing (photo 3.1b). At times Payab windows are found with shamig on the sides and in such cases Thrangchok should be provided between the Mathem and Buel-dhen. In Payab windows Bogh, Choetseg and Pedma are omitted, only Zimchung is used between Zangshing and window frame (photo 3.1b).
Photo 3.1b
Illus 3.1a
Horgo Payab
Illus 3.1c
Boedgo Payab
Payab windows are of two types; one is of double Horgo type (illustration 3.1a and b) and other is a Boedgo type (illustration 3.1c). In both cases Horzing is incorporated, with Tshegay sometimes placed between the Jugshing and Mathem (photo 3.1 b).
Photo 3.1d
Horzing with Lugro Patra
Photo 3.1e
Horzing with Chhujug Patra
Horzing or Horzhu is the curved motif used at the head of a traditional window. The Horzing with Lugro (photo 3.1d) and Chhujug Patra (photo 3.1e) were reserved for use in Dzongs, Monasteries and Royal Buildings.
When Payab windows are used on buildings without a Rabsel it is not required to incorporate Bogh, Phagna and Tsechukhanyim. This type of architecture is permitted on two storey buildings only. However, this type of structure shall not be permitted in urban areas.
Placing the Bogh directly on the window frame is not permitted, It has to be either supported by Zimchung over the window frame or by the Dhung and Pedma. An optional feature is the Choetseg.
Payab windows with Shamig is not permitted without Dhung, Pedma and Bogh. (Cheotseg is optional).
Illus 3.1f
Recommended propotion of Horzing for contemporary buildings.
Photo 3.1g
Horzing with Chhujug Patra
The Horzing feature must be applied to all windows. The Lugro and Chhujug Patra are permissible if one so desires.
To incorporate Jugshing or Tshegay on window is not mandatory.
To increase its architectural richness the Payab window can be lined with Pedma and Choetseg (as shown in photo 3.1g) inside the window frame on three sides.