For homeowners who are resolving to bring more peace and tranquility into their hectic lives, experts say an at-home space dedicated to meditation or relaxation can work wonders. Whether it’s a designated shed in the backyard or a set corner of a spare bedroom, a de-stressing space can be a welcoming retreat, particularly as the …
Living in a small space can be quite a challenge! If you’re anrtist like me who is constantly creating something, the stuff has acumulated can make you feel quite claustrophobic. Over the course of a year I’ve finally learned how to manage my space and all my stuff! The first thing to do is to …
There are few things that produce greater pleasure than moving to a new house through all the processes that this implies: looking for a house that suits your needs, packing your belongings, which requires dusting off those things that you had stored for lack of space but that now you can use again, as well …
Acapulco was the place to be in the 50’s. Home to Mexican artists and a resting place for Hollywood stars. But it was also the birthplace of a chair that is now emblematic of Mexican culture, the “Acapulco” chair. We are talking about the Acapulco chair. It is not known for sure who designed this …
Just as walls, ceilings, and furniture define the character and perception of an architectural project, doors play a fundamental role in the construction of that style. Among all the doors of a house, the front door is the first tangible element that owners and visitors perceive, acting as the point of union between architecture and …
Used for centuries in the construction of housing in the Yucatan Peninsula area, Chukum, or “chucum water” is today a remarkable proposal for contemporary architecture that achieves cool finishes ideal for the climate of the region. Chukum is obtained from the resin contained in the bark of the Havardia Albicans tree, this species is mainly …
When you see a poinsettia, what’s the first thing you think of? Christmas, right? But how did the poinsettia become a Mexican Christmas icon? Here we explain the whole story! From Mexico to the World! The first name that this flower received was in Nahuatl, they called it “Cuetlaxochitl” which means “Flower of fire” in …
The combination of the cool breeze from the proximity to the ocean and the warmth of the Caribbean makes the perfect climate for you to spend your afternoons on your patio. Choosing the right furniture can make the difference between having a comfortable space and a place you don’t want to be. Many times we …
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Rest is an essential part for us to have good health. Unfortunately it is increasingly common to hear that you have a friend or family member who tells you that they can’t sleep well. There are many factors that are involved in this problem, it may be stress, a traumatic event, etc. It is time …
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No-Regret Remodeling Projects That Were Worth The Hassle (& Why) Given the cost, time, and energy renovations take, we all understand how hard they are, not to mention all the anxiety they can generate. But when you know what you want, sometimes it’s worth the slight discomfort that comes with taking a risk, working to …
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