All roofs, even ones that look flat, need to slope to some degree so that snowmelt and rainfall can drain off. But beyond that basic requirement, architects and builders have a lot of leeway, and they've used that creative freedom to invent a wonderful array of roof designs.
Because most gabled roofs consist of flat sections, you can cover them with virtually any roofing material. Gabled roofs with eyebrow dormers, shown here, or other curved details are the exception. Shingles made of wood, stone, tile or metal work fine. But metal roofing that comes in panels isn't suitable.
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