Native American adobe dwellings, often called adobe houses, are traditional structures made from a mixture of clay, sand, and straw. This building material is sun-dried into bricks, which provide excellent insulation against heat and cold. Adobe homes are typically found in the southwestern United States, where the climate is dry and hot. These dwellings are often multi-storied and built in clusters, resembling modern apartment buildings. Many Pueblo tribes, such as the Hopi and Zuni, have historically used adobe for their homes, reflecting their adaptation to the environment and available resources.