The first of the 25 Roundhouses to go up in Río Roldán. Angelita and Juan Martínez live here with their son and grandson.

Roundhouses offer a housing alternative for many of the rural families left homeless by the earthquakes in El Salvador.

These 200 square foot wooden structures provide enough space for a family of six to sleep comfortably in their hammocks. Yet, they are surprisingly affordable, at only $2,000 each (plus installation).