Thai houses adapted for contemporary
use maintain the advantages of a high
roof allowing heat to escape from the house,
and the space below the raised floor can be
adapted for any purpose.
To reduce the gloominess of the upper
bedrooms, windows are installed. The effects
of mid-day heat on the roof are reduced with
heat-reflective ceiling materials. Openings are
drilled into the gables to allow air to circulate.
In previous times, the bathroom was located a
distance from the house, increasing danger from
predatory animals. For contemporary use, the
toilet is built next to the bedroom, and modern
equipment is installed.