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Out walking, we chanced upon a neighborhood that we later learned was very old. The well tended homes in this area were colorful and lovely.

Many homes seemed to feature courtyards. A few, like the one shown here, positioned their outdoor space at the front of the building.

Thick adobe walls, shaded areas and small windows were typical on the buildings we saw. Very unlike the wood frame houses of Minnesota.

Pebbles formed the yards. There was no grass in sight and no doubt that this was a desert place.

The colors really impressed. Here, the ochre walls and blue trim beautifully compliment the desert sand and desert sky.

In the old neighborhood (or barrio, in southwest parlance), even multi-unit apartment buildings remained true to the historic style. Zoning, perhaps?

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