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[*] posted on 9-16-2010 at 01:18 PM


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oh geez...I completely forgot about those flying butresses...


don't think I'd want any of those on the outside of mi casa:


butt maybe one of these inside :lol::




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[*] posted on 9-16-2010 at 07:23 PM


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I watched that first video several times and it was like watching an artist at work...that man is so skilled...so quick and smooth with the trowel and how he places each brick perfectly....he made it look soooo easy...I was really impressed...but is the "cement" just watery cement or is it some kind of special adhesive or redi mix or something like that...how come the bricks dont fall?

I LOVE that brick dome idea but wouldnt want it in my bedroom in case of earthquakes for sure.


I agree Shari,, it was an artist at work,, I dont think this was his first rodeo,, WOW,, I still dont understand how it really goes up without falling down
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[*] posted on 9-16-2010 at 08:34 PM


The master craftsman works with confidence. Notice how he hacks away sides of the brick to fit the edge?


as with any craft, a thing of beauty to watch....and amazing results!




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[*] posted on 9-17-2010 at 08:04 AM


Shear genius!! Wonderful video of a great Mexican traditional art form.

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[*] posted on 9-26-2010 at 07:34 PM


Santiago .... excellent! I'm passing this down to a few buddies that are into Sand Bag building....this was awesome.

:O I agree dtbushpilot !




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[*] posted on 9-26-2010 at 08:11 PM


See here for more photos of house under construction;the tops of the bovedas are grouted in.
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