CRATE Ideas

Curated Coastal Living

Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

🏡 CASE STUDY: “Literally, we arrived and there was nothing to do!”

How we delivered a truly turnkey furnishing experience for property investors in Puerto Vallarta

At CRATE Interiors, our benchmark is always the Big Reveal — that unforgettable moment when owners walk into their new home and realize there’s nothing left to do but enjoy it.

That’s the compliment we hear most often from our clients — and it’s the gold standard we’ve designed our turnkey furnishing program to achieve. When we say truly turnkey, this is exactly what we mean.

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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

CRATE Interiors Launches the First Interactive Furnishing Catalog

CRATE Interiors Launches the First Interactive Furnishing Catalog

Destination Design. Simplified.

Moving to Mexico? Wondering how to furnish your new vacation home, luxury villa, or rental property in paradise? CRATE Interiors has just introduced a game-changing way to design at a distance: the region’s first interactive furnishing catalog.

A New Way to Shop & Furnish from Anywhere

With our newly launched interactive product catalog, buyers can now browse, select, and order every essential furnishing and service—all from the comfort of home.

The catalog is neatly organized into the categories every property owner needs.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: From SoCal to Mexico, a Vintage Surf Serenade

When seasoned real estate investors from Southern California sought their next legacy property, their compass pointed directly to the Bay of Banderas. The world-class surf break of La Lancha in Punta de Mita, Mexico, with its mangrove-framed coastline and uncrowded waves, became the natural choice.

They turned to the design team from CRATE Interiors to bring their vision of a family legacy property in paradise to life.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

PEOPLE ALWAYS ASK: How hard is it to furnish my vacation place at a distance?

“How hard is it to furnish my vacation place at a distance?”

For many North American buyers, the dream of owning a vacation home, luxury villa, or rental property in Mexico comes with one big challenge: designing and furnishing at a distance.

As closing day approaches, investors quickly realize there’s more to it than meets the eye.

Instead of flying back and forth, scouring shops, or juggling multiple vendors, CRATE Interiors delivers a done-for-you solution that makes the entire process simple.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

Does it come with a warranty? Aftercare is everything!

Does it come with a warranty? Aftercare is everything! Why the Real Work Begins After the Big Reveal: Luxury Home Ownership’s Secret to Lasting Satisfaction.

In popular coastal and resort markets, luxury vacation homes must do more than just look stunning—they must also perform flawlessly for homeowners and guests alike. And maintaining that level of performance requires consistent, expert care.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: A Forever Beach House in the Bay

Living The Dream: If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like investing in foreign real estate, managing a renovation long-distance and making the move to Mexico with a young family in tow, this couple from Austin Texas has the full story. And you won't want to miss this!

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

Blinded By The Light? Tecnoline Shades Joins Forces with CRATE Interiors

Wondering how to frame those million dollar views of the Bay of Banderas - and protect your stylish new furnishings at the same time? After over 14 years of successful creative collaboration, Tecnoline Shades joins forces with CRATE Interiors and expands the roster of Preferred Properties they serve together.

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