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A photograph of a building permit next to rolls of plans and a yellow hard hat on the left of the image, with a photograph of an adobe house on the right. Across the bottom of the image are the words "Building Codes and Regulations for Adobe Construction."

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ByJim Pritchard July 29, 2023January 13, 2025

It’s important to follow building codes and regulations for adobe construction. This article explains what they are and why they exist.

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The Top 13 Expert Adobe Construction Companies to Consider

ByJim Pritchard July 28, 2023January 13, 2025

Lots of companies claim to build using sustainable techniques these days. This article presents 13 adobe construction companies that offer sustainable building services involving adobe.

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13 Adobe House Plans – Find Your Perfect House Design

ByJim Pritchard July 27, 2023January 13, 2025

This article is a comprehensive guide to the variety of adobe house plans available online. There’s everything from a simple 2-bed home right up to the height of luxury. Choose wisely!

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How to Build an Adobe Fireplace – 8 Steps To A Perfect Fire

ByJim Pritchard July 25, 2023January 13, 2025

An adobe fireplace makes the perfect centerpiece to your adobe house’s living room. This article tells you how to build an adobe fireplace in 8 easy steps. Click here for more information.

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How to Add Modern Amenities to an Adobe House – Mod Cons

ByJim Pritchard July 24, 2023January 13, 2025

Adobe houses are beautiful and can blend into the landscape wonderfully. However, there are certain things you must bear in mind when considering how to add modern amenities to an adobe house. This article guides you through what you need to know.

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Adobe House Interior Design: How to Decorate an Adobe House

ByJim Pritchard July 23, 2023January 13, 2025

Adobe houses are very sustainable and have been a popular choice for centuries in many parts of the world. However, many people come unstuck when it comes to adobe house interior design. This article explains how to decorate an adobe house and make the most of your home.

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How to Build a Sustainable Adobe House – Make It Greener

ByJim Pritchard July 22, 2023January 13, 2025

Adobe is a very sustainable building material, but did you know it can be made even more sustainable with a few tweaks? This article explains how to build a sustainable adobe house that makes use of natural sunlight and other techniques for minimizing its environmental footprint.

A photograph of an adobe house with a balcony and tasteful design. A woman leans on the side of th balcony wearing a sun hat and smiling. A potted plant is to her left and a sloping roof can be seen in front of her. To the left is a pencil icon drawing a lightbulb, and across the top of the image are the words "How to Design an Adobe House - Important Things To Consider."

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How to Design an Adobe House – 6 Steps Plus Things To Know

ByJim Pritchard July 20, 2023January 13, 2025

If you don’t know how to design an adobe house, you’ve come to the right place to learn. This article describes the design process to help you come up with the best adobe home possible.

Photographs of the adobe buildings featured in this article. They include Arg-é Bam, Iran; Taos Pueblo; The Poeh Center, New Mexico, USA; and San Miguel Mission.

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Famous Adobe Buildings Around the World – Top 6 Examples

ByJim Pritchard July 19, 2023January 13, 2025

Adobe buildings have been a popular design choice in many parts of the world for centuries. This article provides 6 examples of adobe architecture from around the world.

A photograph of an adobe house with orange plastered walls and roundwood beams protruding from the walls. It has small windows and wooden doors, with drainpipes on the walls to remove water from the roof via scuppers. Across the bottom are the words "How to Build an Adobe House: 7-Step Guide For Success." In the top right corner is a cartoon book with "How To" written on its cover.

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How to Build an Adobe House: 7-Step Guide For Success

ByJim Pritchard July 16, 2023January 13, 2025

This article explains how to build an adobe house, including everything from site selection, materials, how to make the adobe bricks, roofing, and consideration of local building regulations.