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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: How Sonoma Investors Created Two High-Performing Homes in Mexico

CASE STUDY: How Sonoma Investors Created Two High-Performing Homes in Mexico

Make Mine a Double.. A Luxury Vacation Home Design & Investment Story in Puerto Vallarta

When Bryce and Chuck purchased two oceanfront residences in Conchas Chinas, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most exclusive enclaves—often called the “Beverly Hills of the Bay”—they weren’t just buying property.
They were building a lifestyle strategy.

One residence would serve as their private coastal retreat.
The second would function as a high-performing rental listing and guest overflow for friends and family.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

POSADA 2025: A Traditional Carne Asada

CRATE POSADA 2025: And just like that we wrap up another amazing year. This year's Posada was a vibrant carne asada night hosted by Coco Machete and the team at El Jardin de Versalles. The night featured our traditional piñatas, a live DJ, dancing of course, BIG prizes and joyful celebration for over 75 guests - our largest fiesta to date!

CRATE Interiors is the ultimate turnkey furnishing solution for North American real estate investors in Mexico. Is 2026 your year to buy in a vacation home, luxury villa or rental property in paradise? Be move-in ready by your delivery date with a single point of contact and the best White Glove Install crew in the business!

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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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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

✨ Why Savvy Second-Home Buyers Now Expect a Fully Furnished Arrival

As featured recently in Mansion Global, top real estate stagers and interior designers are seeing a major shift: today’s luxury homebuyers (especially in coastal markets and resort destinations) want homes that are move-in ready and beautifully furnished on arrival, right from day one.

And it makes perfect sense. When you’re investing in a vacation home or toptier rental property in elite (and often far-flung) destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Sayulita or Punta Mita, you’re not looking to spend your afternoons tracking delivery trucks or coordinating contractors.


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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

🌎✨ Designing with Souvenirs: Bring Your Travels Home

When images of exotic destinations beckon — soft light streaming into a hidden corner, a vibrant street scene waiting to be discovered — it’s impossible to resist.

This summer is truly the season of destination travel for many of our clients, friends, and families. From Scandinavia’s serene shores to Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, and from cosmopolitan London to the lesser-known Greek islands perfect for trekking and yoga retreats — the wanderlust is real.

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Debra Stevenson Debra Stevenson

CASE STUDY: Vacation in Europe While We Install Your Mexico Property

How One U.S. Couple Launched Their Mexico Vacation Rental—Remotely and Without Stress using the CRATE Interiors turnkey furnishing solution.

When seasoned real estate investors Mark and Rosemary from Michigan purchased their first investment property in Bucerías, Mexico, they had a clear goal: launch quickly, rent profitably, and avoid the headaches that often come with international setup.

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