One of the most rewarding projects during the summer is building houses for folks who either have none or are living in a thrown-together hut. Oftentimes we help the family move their belongings out before the old "house" is torn down. Other than a couple of pieces of furniture, their belongings usually can fit in a couple of trash bags. What we build is not a mansion. In fact, here in the States they would be called "sheds" but where we build them they are some of the best houses in the area. On a good day, one can be built in 6 to 8 hours at a cost of around $2,000.00 US dollars. They are usually 16 feet by 18 feet using either wooden lap siding or tongue and groove siding. The floor is built with the same siding, it turns out quite smooth and nice. The door and "window" are very simple. The village mayor usually supplies the tin for the roof.
DIGGING THE CORNER POSTS
LAYING OUT THE BOARDS
PREPARING FOR THE ROOF
FINISHED HOUSE ON A HILL
Sometimes these houses have a view that would be worth thousands in the USA. Honduras is a beautiful country with gorgeous mountain vistas.