CThe adobe houses mark a growing trend in architecture, hard to imagine while ago when this construction material was usually associated with pauperism. But as we pay increasing attention to costs and show more concern for the natural environment, the adobe homes become real housing alternative, viable and efficient. In brief, these are eco-friendly homes, built from a healthy material (a mixture of clay, straw and water, cut in bricks dried in the sun), a very good insulator and resistant to earthquakes at costs inferior to traditional houses made from bricks. In order to convince you of the real potential of this natural material, here are three adobe house plans that go beyond the regular small size of a traditional house.<\/p>\n
Inspired by the Amerindian tradition, this two story contemporary home spreading on 291 square meters offers a distinctive look for any neighborhood, both inside and out, thanks to its friendly design, in line with the construction material. The formal living areas are concentrated in the center of the plan, perfect for entertaining. To the right, the kitchen and family room function well together as a working and living area. The first-floor sleeping wing includes a guest suite and a master suite. Upstairs, two family bedrooms are reached by a balcony overlooking the living room. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet and a dressing area with a vanity and they share a compartmented bath that includes a\u00a0 closet.<\/p>\n