Zuni architecture

The Zuni architecture refers to the traditional building style of the Zuni people, a Native American tribe in the southwestern United States. It features multi-story, terraced adobe or stone structures with flat roofs, often built into cliffs or mesas. These buildings are designed for durability, climate adaptation, and community life, with narrow doorways and small windows to control interior temperature. The architecture reflects cultural values, spiritual beliefs, and social organization, emphasizing harmony with the environment. It combines practical construction techniques with aesthetic elements, creating distinctive, enduring homes that connect residents to their land and traditions.