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A TRADITIONAL HACIENDA GETS A NEW CHAPTER IN PARADISE
A TRADITIONAL HACIENDA GETS A NEW CHAPTER IN PARADISE.
Timeless Mexican character meets modern family comfort in the lush landscape of La Canada Verde.
In a record-breaking 5 weeks, this project was designed and delivered, ready for owners' first test stay in paradise. We were thrilled to work with both buyer and sellers agents Hugo Padilla and Jay Burchell on this collaboration.
From essential upgrades, much-needed repairs and the finishing touches, one coordinated CRATE Interiors team brought their vision together.
TREEHOUSE REVIVAL | A Beloved Sayulita Retreat Is Ready for its Next Chapter
Some homes hold more than memories. They hold the promise of many more new adventures to come.
Tucked into the lush private landscape of Punta Topika, this much-loved family retreat is where generations come together to slow down, reconnect and enjoy one of Mexico's most iconic Pueblo Magicos.
Now, in partnership with MexHome Premier Agent Tessa Stobbe, CRATE Interiors is preparing ts next chapter with a curated renovation and refresh, timed for the holiday season.
Follow the transformation as it unfolds. And if 2027 is the year to revive your own legacy property, book your FREE Discovery Call and let’s create it together.
REST ASSURED | We’ve Got Mattresses Simplified
No need to toss and turn about the right mattress for your new home in paradise. Rest assured, we’ve got mattress shopping simplified.
Follow this handy guide to understanding the internal features
and benefits of GOOD – BETTER –BEST – PREMIUM mattress construction and you’ll never need to jump on mattresses in a store again! Simply consider your body, sleeping pattern, what features are most important – and ultimately what warrantee level you’re seeking – 2- 5- 10 years.
DIY OR DONE FOR YOU | What’s Best for Your Real Estate Investment
DIY OR DONE-FOR-YOU
Experienced investors know how to renovate and furnish a property. But here’s the hidden risk when you design at a distance.
You’re a successful real estate investor and multi-unit operator. With a primary residence, a vacation home, perhaps a luxury villa or cashflowing rental property. So the better question is:
Should you be spending your time doing it yourself? We break it down in clear steps so you can decide what path to take.
THE KEY TO REAL ESTATE INVESTING: “Go Where You’re Treated the Best.”
Go where you’re treated the best. What 15 years taught our design team about real estate investing.
Thinking About Buying or Renovating in Puerto Vallarta?
Before you eliminate a property because of dated finishes, an awkward layout or the work required to make it yours, talk to our team.
CRATE Interiors helps vacation homeowners and real estate investors evaluate the renovation and furnishing opportunity before and after purchase, then manages the complete transformation from concept through the Big Reveal.
Destination Design. Simplified.
Ready to see what your property could become? Book a complimentary CRATE Interiors Discovery Call.
MARVELLOUS MÉRIDA: Transforming a Yucatán-Inspired Colonial into a Multiplex Investment
MARVELLOUS MÉRIDA: How Serial Investors Transformed a Yucatán-Inspired Colonial into a Multiplex Investment
When Daniel and Laura first spotted this Yucatán-inspired colonial in 5 de Diciembre, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most established traditional neighborhoods, they immediately saw what experienced real estate investors are trained to spot: massive potential.
Behind the carved doors, ironwork and timeworn finishes was an expansive multiunit property with three identical two-bedroom residences, generous outdoor spaces and a spectacular rooftop terrace overlooking both the Bay of Banderas and the Sierra Madre mountains.
CASE STUDY: Transforming an Iconic Mexican Hacienda
CASE STUDY: Transforming an Iconic Mexican Hacienda
When the Forever Home You Imagine Does Not Exist, You Create It
What happens when your vision of a forever home in paradise simply is not available on the market? You create it.
That is exactly what these Washington-based investors set out to do when they wanted a residence in Mexico with room for gardening, cooking, entertaining, cherished guests and furry friends—all within walking distance of the energy, culture and conveniences of Puerto Vallarta.
Working with luxury real estate advisor Alecia Masters of Haus of Masters and Hogar Realty, these experienced entrepreneurs launched a highly specific search. The opportunity they ultimately discovered was a traditional Mexican hacienda in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s historic Zona Romántica.
THE PREMIUM VACATION HOME MARKET HAS SHIFTED: How to Make the Most of It
The Premium Vacation Home Market Has Shifted. Here’s How to Make the Most of It.
In the Bay of Banderas luxury vacation home market, the classic million-dollar benchmark no longer tells the full story.
Just a few years ago, a $1M USD purchase placed a buyer firmly in the elite tier of coastal real estate. Today, the goal posts have moved. Entry-level and lifestyle-driven opportunities still exist under the $500K USD threshold across Puerto Vallarta, Bucerías, Nuevo Vallarta and surrounding resort communities. But true premium inventory — the ocean-view villas, legacy homes, luxury penthouses, beachfront residences and high-performing rental properties — is now increasingly positioned in the $1.5M+ category, with many of the most desirable resort assets trading significantly higher.
That shift is creating one of the most important investment opportunities in our market right now: strategic renovation.
FULL STACK VACATION HOME RENOVATION: One Team. One Contact. One Exceptional Outcome.
FULL STACK VACATION HOME RENOVATION: One Team. One Contact. One Exceptional Result.
Buying a vacation home in Mexico should be exciting—not a long-distance construction nightmare.
For North American buyers, managing a renovation from another country often means coordinating multiple contractors, navigating language barriers, dealing with inconsistent timelines - and hoping every trade delivers on schedule.
CRATE Interiors changes that.
We offer Mexico's premier Full Stack Vacation Home Renovation service—a fully managed renovation solution built specifically for international homebuyers. From the first property walkthrough to the final Big Reveal, every detail is professionally managed through a single point of contact, eliminating supplier complexity while protecting your all-in investment.