Illustrated Architecture Dictionary

Gambrel roof
GAM brel

A ridged roof with two slopes on either side, the lower slope having the steeper pitch

Often flared beyond the front and rear of the house forming a deep overhang

A common feature on Dutch Colonial (1700-1830), Shingle, Colonial Revival, Georgian Revival styles.

See also: Roofs

Examples from Buffalo architecture

• Illustration above: 76 Fordham Ave.
  
  
• 85 Fordham Drive
  
  
• 38 Fordham Ave.
  
  
• 412 Linwood Ave.
  
  
• Gazel Surdam House, 464 Linwood Ave.
  
  
• Dairy Barn, Rider-Hopkins Farm and Olmsted Camp SARDINIA, NY

• 22 Pelham Drive