Notes from the site, the studio and the permit office.
What we learn building in the Riviera Maya — materials that survive the salt and the heat, what the paperwork actually asks for, and how projects really go.
How Do You Design a Home in Mexico When You Live in the United States or Canada?
For many foreign homeowners, the distance between their primary residence and a future home in Mexico creates an understandable concern: can important design…
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How Should You Design a Home in the Riviera Maya?
One of the first questions we hear from homeowners planning a project in Playa del Carmen, Playacar, Cancún, Tulum, or elsewhere in the Riviera Maya is…
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How Should Your Lot Influence the Design of Your Riviera Maya Home?
The land is not simply the place where a finished house plan will be installed. Its orientation, levels, access, vegetation, infrastructure, and surroundings…
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What Changes When You Design a Home Near the Caribbean?
A home near the Caribbean experiences the same heat and humidity as much of the Riviera Maya, with an additional challenge: airborne salt and more direct…
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Should You Design for Indoor-Outdoor Living in Playa del Carmen?
Indoor-outdoor living is one of the main reasons people want a home in Playa del Carmen.
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Vinyl Flooring by the Seashore: Durable Style for Coastal Homes
Why vinyl flooring suits coastal homes: durable, practical style that stands up to sand, humidity and everyday beach living.
· Read →Tips for Negotiating with Contractors and Suppliers
How to negotiate with contractors and suppliers when building a house in Mexico to get better deals on materials and labor.
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Solar Panel for Home: Boost Property Resale Value
How solar panels can increase your home's property and resale value while cutting energy costs and supporting sustainability.
· Read →Real Estate 2023
It's difficult to predict exactly what will happen in the real estate market after the year 2020, as it will depend on a number of factors. However, there are a few…
· Read →PlayaBuilder's Signature House Designs in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Explore PlayaBuilder's signature house designs in Playa del Carmen, homes that combine architecture with Mexico's natural beauty.
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Mexican Style House: Tradition, Color & Modern Design
The Mexican style house: from colonial haciendas to contemporary homes, the colors, traditions and influences behind its design.
· Read →How to Plan for the Costs of Building a House in Mexico
Tips to plan for the costs of building a house in Mexico so your investment stays on budget from design to completion.
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