Traditional Pueblo architecture

Traditional Pueblo architecture features multi-story buildings constructed from locally available materials like adobe (a mix of clay, sand, and straw) and stone. These structures are designed to blend with the environment, often built into cliffs or on mesas for protection. They typically have flat roofs, thick walls for insulation, small windows, and wooden beams called vigas that support upper floors and roofs. The design emphasizes durability, community, and adaptation to the desert climate, creating a distinctive, sturdy appearance that reflects centuries of indigenous craftsmanship and cultural significance.