vigas
/ˈviɡəs/
noun
- Exposed wooden beams that support a roof, especially in Southwestern U.S. or Spanish-style architecture.
- The old adobe house had rough-hewn vigas stretching across the living room ceiling.
- During the renovation, they decided to keep the original vigas for a rustic look.
- The restaurant's patio was shaded by a roof of dark vigas and latillas.