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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

UNCOVERED: The 5 Biggest Mistakes Owners Make When Furnishing a Property in Mexico

Investing in Mexico real estate can be one of the smartest moves a buyer makes. A luxury vacation home, rental property, or second residence can offer lifestyle value, portfolio diversification, and immediate income potential when positioned correctly.

But there is one phase where even savvy investors lose time, money, and momentum: furnishing a property in Mexico at a distance.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: A Double Unit in Mexico Serves as Luxury Home and Hospitality Hub for NYC Investors

CASE STUDY: A Double Unit in Puerto Vallarta Becomes a Luxury Home and Hospitality Hub for NYC Investors

How two young New York investors combined vision, timing, and full-scope execution to create a standout residence at SOHO Residences Puerto Vallarta.

When these New York City investors approached CRATE Interiors to collaborate on the design of their double-unit at SOHO Residences in Puerto Vallarta, we knew this would be a special project from the start.


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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

Furnishing Your Airbnb In Mexico? Why Waiting Costs More

The CRATE Interiors Sequence: our 5-step turnkey system for furnishings your Airbnb in Mexico

CRATE Interiors is the only truly turnkey furnishing solution serving North American property buyers in Mexico with a fully sequenced, single-point-of-contact system. What makes our process different is not just what we furnish, but how we sequence it. Every category is planned in advance for efficiency, quality control  and speed. From keys to cashflow, we help close the gap between possession day and move-in ready.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: From Possession to Airbnb Live in Just 7 Days

CASE STUDY: From Possession Day to Airbnb Live in 7 Days

How these Dallas investors furnished their Puerto Vallarta rental from keys to cashflow in just one week!

Buying real estate in Mexico should feel exciting, not overwhelming. But without the right boots-on-the-ground team, the post-possession phase can become a bottleneck of delays, miscommunication and costly downtime.

CRATE Interiors was created to solve that. And today we manage the sequencing, the sourcing, the install, the finishing services, and the final reveal so that owners can step into a property that is not only beautiful, but ready to perform.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: Casa Chillax, a Luxe Villa Reimagined

Case Study: CASA CHILLAX, a Luxe Villa Reimagined.

What does it take to oversee a seamless villa transformation along the wild coast of Litibu, Mexico? We’ll show you how!

A Worldclass Setting: Set on a secluded beach cove along the wild coastline of Litibu, Nayarit, CASA CHILLAX has undergone a stunning transformation from a modest short-term rental into a fully reimagined luxury villa. Spearheaded by visionary new owners, the goal was clear: to create a soulful, serene retreat designed for unforgettable guest experiences and strong rental returns.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

YEAR IN REVIEW 2025: You Dreamed Big and Invited us on the Journey

We crammed a year of inspired projects, epic renovations and joyful owner arrivals into this one vid. Dreamers who made the move to Mexico, bought that beach house, furnished a luxury villa, upgraded a vacation rental or renovated a legacy property in paradise. If you’ve been featured, comment - share - and pass it along to someone who needs to see this today.

"As we close out this year together,

we honor all of YOU for dreaming big

and inviting us on the journey."

CRATE Interiors is the ultimate turnkey furnishing and renovation solution for North American buyers and investors across Mexico. We help vacation homebuyers, luxury villa operators and rental property investors create beautiful, rental-ready spaces that are move-in ready on arrival. Furnish your Airbnb in Mexico in just 8-12 weeks!

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CRATE Interiors Sponsors AMPI Vallarta Posada 2025

CRATE Interiors Sponsors AMPI Vallarta & Compostela Posada 2025
Celebrating the resilience of Puerto Vallarta’s real estate community

CRATE Interiors was proud to serve as a supporting sponsor of the AMPI Vallarta & Compostela Posada 2025, an annual celebration honoring the top-performing real estate professionals in Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas.

“I started CRATE Interiors here in Puerto Vallarta 15 years ago as the ultimate turnkey furnishing solution for North American buyers in Mexico. Today—thanks to the support of this community—every week, every month and every year, we help AMPI realtors deliver vacation homes, luxury villas and rental properties around the Bay of Banderas that are fully furnished, styled and move-in ready.”

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

💡🏝️☀️ CRATE SPACES: Entryways that WOW

Design ideas to make every arrival unforgettable

Your entryway is more than just a door — it’s the first impression your home makes to the outside world. Whether you’re welcoming weekend guests or checking into your own slice of paradise, that first step sets the tone for everything that follows.

Even compact entrances and narrow hallways can make a statement with the right design. Here are a few CRATE designer-approved ways to create a warm, functional and unforgettable first welcome in your vacation home or rental property.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

🪞 CASE STUDY: Renew. Refresh. Ready for GrownUp Guests

When Vacation Homes Evolve — and So Should the Design

Who’s ready for an upgrade? This past summer, many of our loyal homeowners and real estate investors joined our SUMMER☀️ REFRESH campaign — updating their vacation homes with elevated furnishings, new bedding, re-upholstered outdoor seating and luxe finishing touches that make a property feel brand new again.

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