Adobe House Plans

Adobe home plans are typically found in the southwestern United States and in Spanish speaking countries. However, adobe is not just an architectural style, but a building material as well. Adobe is a tightly compacted mix of earth, clay and straw, form or hand-shaped into bricks to meet the needs of varying climates and local customs. Adobe walls stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so a well designed adobe home will not require a cooling system. Authentic adobe walls also absorb and insulate from sounds both inside and outside the home. Characteristics of an adobe home include natural plasters or stucco walls, arched doorways, heavy timbers, exposed exterior beams, wood ceilings, roof parapets, flat red roof tiles, decorative railings, and tiled courtyards. Adobe homes encompass the rich history of colonial Spanish and Native American styles with their asymmectrical interior layouts featuring alcoves and spacious living areas, creating a rich blend of comfort and elegance.