Home Design
346 articles on home design.
What do the glass thickness options (3mm, 6mm, 9mm) actually mean for my home?
Window glass thickness options compared: 3mm for basics, 6mmfor thermal and sound gains, 9mm+ laminated for hurricane resistance and real quiet.
· Read →Aluminum vs. PVC windows — which is right for my home?
Aluminum vs PVC windows in a humid coastal climate: aluminumwins on cost and corrosion resistance, PVC wins on thermal insulation and ACsavings.
· Read →What structural engineering standard should my Playacar home actually be designedto?
The structural engineering standard for a Playacar home: ASCE 7design loads plus ASTM E1996 window testing, in both Phase I and Phase II alike.
· Read →How much extra time does Playacar’s HOA review actually add?
The Playacar HOA review timeline adds roughly two to four weeksto your front end, on top of — not in parallel with — municipal permitting.
· Read →What does Playacar’s HOA actually scrutinize — and does it differ by phase?
Playacar HOA design review differs by phase: beachfront setbacksand salt-air materials in Phase I, golf-course sightlines and height in Phase II.
· Read →Does hurricane season affect site drainage design differently by phase?
Site drainage design in Playacar changes by phase: Phase I needssurge-grade French drains and elevated floors, Phase II needs solid basics only.
· Read →What percentage of my budget should foundation work actually eat up in Playacar?
Foundation cost as a percentage of budget runs 12–18% onPlayacar Phase I beachfront lots and 8–12% on Phase II. Plan the gap before you buy
· Read →Why exactly do Phase I foundations cost 25–35% more than Phase II?
Phase I foundation cost in Playacar runs 25–35% above Phase IIbecause the tidal water table demands deeper footings, more rebar, and often piles.
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Can Americans and Canadians Build a House in Mexico? (Complete 2026 Guide)
Learn whether Americans and Canadians can build a house in Mexico, including fideicomiso rules, land ownership, construction permits, costs, and the building process.
· Read →Why do older Playacar homes often need more than a cosmetic renovation?
Older Playacar homes need renovation beyond paint. Most predatecurrent hurricane glazing standards, and upgrading the envelope is the real value.
· Read →What happens if my renovation permit expires before construction is finished?
An expired renovation permit isn't a restart. Solidaridad'sModalidad de Prórroga extends it without forcing a full new permit submission. (138chars
· Read →What permit do I need to add a second story to my Playacar home?
A second story permit in Playacar is filed as Ampliación y/oModificación and needs a full structural engineering package before work can begin.
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