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A Pumice-Crete Block Home South of Albuquerque - 2008
This home was a challenge as we picked up the project from a previous
contractor who had difficulties with the complexity of the design. The house
has earthen and lime plasters throughout and adobe floors in each room except
bathrooms. The unique design was developed by our client and friend Julie, who chose
this very insulated wall system.
The house in progress when we arrived
The forms in place, we are ready to pour the bond beam
The trusses going up
The pumice-crete blocks which have an "R" value of 50
Fast forward a few months to the finished exterior
An exterior view of the master bath, kitchen and studio
A detail of the same kitchen portal
Exterior of the living entry way
Earthen plasters in the entry way and hall to guest wing
The same view at a later date featuring finished kaolin plaster
on the partial wall, plus green adobe floor final coat - left,
and dark gold adobe floor final coat - right
View of the tiled fireplace area with wood bancos in
the completed living room-featuring a 12 foot ceiling
Detail of the intricate beam and ceiling design by Norbert
Master bath sink with unique copper bowl and lime plastered walls
The master tub tucked into a rounded cubby
area with Spanish tiles and copper touches
The guest bath with curved wall holding the shower
The guest bedroom with 2-tone earthen
plasters and adobe floors