13. The Desert Oasis Adobe
For villages spawned in the scorching heat of the desert, traditional wood and pitched roofs look entirely out of place. The Desert Oasis Adobe embraces its environment, utilizing smooth sandstone, cut sandstone, and uncolored terracotta to create a cool, flat-roofed, modular dwelling.
The aesthetic is heavily inspired by Pueblo architecture. The house features multiple tiered levels, with external ladders leading up to rooftop terraces. Windows are small and recessed to keep the blazing sun out, often shaded by small awnings made from orange and yellow carpets.
Landscaping and Interior: Water is a luxury here. Create a small, lush courtyard in the center of the adobe, featuring a single, precious water source block surrounded by sugarcane, bamboo, and vibrant pink petals. Inside, the adobe is cool and dark. Floors are made of patterned glazed terracotta to add a splash of color against the sandy walls, and beds are placed on the cool floor rather than on wooden frames.