Siesta - and then on to the back yard patio pisos

I asked the workers to lay out the pisos (floor tiles) diagonally, as the back patio has no square lines to it - today, I will ask if they can do a mandala in small stones (piedras), just to add an interesting feature in the floor. I think they will enjoy the change - and the chance for some artistic self-expression.
It's interesting to see how they use fishing line to keep the lines of tiles straight, and build up the layer of cement, used as mortar, to level the floor as well. Here in Mexico, there are many uneven surfaces, and I have been teaching the word "trip" to Martin and Raul, as we try to minimize tripping hazards in the house.
As you can see, one of the columns is gone...creating a bigger patio space (or .
another studio) in this complex of home, studio and gallery space.