“Albuquerque’s oldest house.” View from the southeast.
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Place United States – New Mexico. Albuquerque, Church street, near the Old Town Plaza.
Description "Albuquerque's oldest house," now a café, is a good example of alternative climate solutions common in vernacular building. In this case, mud-based, thick walls provide insulation, while the front porch provides ventilation.
 
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