In the old city centre of Seixal, the wood arose for structural use--not only for floor structures but also in the masonry walls, internal partition walls and staircases and foundations (woodpiles)--and also in a nonstructural way--in coverings (floors and lathwork) and in the span linings and frames.
"Lathwork over a patio can provide this type of shade" Sometimes these areas receive morning sun, but the plants are protected from the intense afternoon sun.