Introduction -- A preview of the adobe building process -- Getting started with your design -- Materials for adobe construction -- Preparation of site, equipment, and materials -- Adobe Madre brick types and molds -- Making an adobe mix -- Adobe brick making -- Adobe brick curing and storage -- Footings, foundations, and floors -- Preparation for adobe-wall construction -- The crew for adobe-wall construction -- Guidelines for laying adobe bricks -- Reinforcing in detail -- Creating the reinforced concrete column -- Preventing cracks -- Adobe Madre scaffolding system -- Electrical, plumbing, and other services -- Installing lintels -- Installing adobe brick arches -- Installing joinery -- Installing a bond beam -- Wall-construction process overview -- Choosing a finish -- Preparing your materials for finishing -- Wall-finish application methods.