Adobe
Adobe houses, commonly found in the Southwestern U.S. and Northern Mexico, are best suited to arid climates. Adobe is similar to cob, but the materials are formed into bricks before building. The bricks are mortared together into structural walls. Although not necessary, an asphalt emulsion is commonly added to help waterproof the adobe bricks. A mixture of cement and lime may also be added for waterproofing, but these materials will add to the cost. In parts of Latin America, fermented cactus juice is used for waterproofing.

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