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may been seen inside as well as protruding through the outside walls.
LATILLA: Small (1-2 inch) peeled poles used for the ceiling. Straight, uniform latillas are usually made of aspen, although some homeowners prefer the more rustic look of Saguaro ribs. CEDRO: Split cedar poles which give the ceiling a hand hewn look. PADERCITA: Literally, "little wall." A stairstepped wall typically flanking a fireplace or entry. A padercita makes a distinctive room divider and Southwestern setting for displaying artwork. CANALE: Rain trough which protrudes through a parapet wall, normally to drain water that collects on a flat roof. SALTILLO TILE: Red clay floor tile, commonly 12 inches square but sometimes octagonal. Named after the city in northern Mexico. LINTEL: Crossbeam above a window. In southwestern homes, the lintel often is a massive wood beam painted blue or brown. CORBEL: A short, supporting timber under a beam or arch. The end of the corbel may be cut square for a stepped appearance or carved for a beaked look. NICHO: Recess carved into a wall. Originally, these niches served as shrines where "santos" (carved religious objects) were placed. BANCO: Built-in seating, often with an upholstered cushion. RISTA: Dried and strung red chiles, now mostly used as decorative ornaments.
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