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Santa Lucía: Park in the heart of Mérida’s Centro

Combined with its unbeatable location and beautiful surroundings, it is no surprise that Santa Lucía has become one of Mérida’s most iconic parks.
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Which house plant for which room? Advice from a local garden center

Many of us gravitate toward beginner-friendly plants and often remain on that level. But if you’re looking to embark into a leafier, more colorful world, it may be time you moved on to ‘level two.’
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Entertaining at home: Simple and festive Yucatán-inspired tablescapes

Here are some nearby shops to make your tabletop pop.
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FMT Estudio and the art of taking it slow

Zaida and Orlando have been creating narrative-heavy spaces in Mérida since 2015. With an important emphasis on public spaces, they have recycled iconic spaces of the city into new forms of living.
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Melipona Beecheii: Caring for the sacred Mayan bee

The Yucatán Peninsula is known around the world for the quality of its honey, produced by the 17 bee species that live in the Peninsula. Among them is the Melipona Beecheii bee, dubbed "the sacred Mayan bee."
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Patio furniture: What will survive in Yucatán

Most backyards in Mérida are open spaces, meaning furniture is exposed to the elements, such as the sun and the rain. These are some of the most important conditions to consider when choosing a new lounge set.
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La Casa en el Árbol — A playground for grown-ups

"La Casa en el Árbol"– House in a tree, sits at the heart of Yaxkukul, a municipality in the interior of Yucatán. It is a retreat house for the owner, whose family lived for many years on those very grounds. The project draws inspiration from a “solar”, a traditional country Mayan house.
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La Peninsular: An expert on pasta tiles in Mérida

La Peninsular mosaic factory has been in business since the seventies. For over 50 years now, they've offered artisanal mosaics crafted in their centro workshop. Today, they have over 100 designs from which to choose from, and their designs have travelled all around the globe.
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Espita: A Yucatecan hidden gem

At roughly 165 kilometers from Mérida, Espita is slowly becoming a popular tourist destination for people looking to experience the wonders of colonial Yucatán.
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Décima Taller: Workshop threading memories in Mérida

Décima is a Yucatecan brand creating artworks from thread. Through an algorithm, they translate digitized portraits into a series of lines which then serve as a basic template.
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Arkilätt: Enlightened architecture in Mérida

For a year and a half, Arkilätt has been designing, remodeling, and building in Mérida, Yucatán. Their emphasis is in restoration, and lighting design.
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Building in Yucatán: Permits and contracts for Mérida’s historic center

In Mérida, construction permits are different depending on the area in which you’re building. As the Centro Histórico is one of the most popular neighborhoods for newcomers, there are some technical — and legal considerations to keep in mind.
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Where to find free copies of Yucatán at Home — while they last

Our new magazine with ideas and inspiration for living here, is available by subscription, but a limited number of copies have also been distributed around Yucatán for free.
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Ensamble Artesano: Helping Mexican artisans out of the COVID-19 crisis

Ensamble Artesano works with over 2,700 artisans in 18 states, creating over 15,000 pieces in lacquer, woodwork, loom, metalwork, ceramics, weaving, and embroidery. 
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Más que Arquitectura: Recording the architectural voice of Yucatán

As young architecture students eager to prove themselves, Ángel Sánchez and Javier Alonso wanted to create a platform that would bring the architectural world of Yucatán together. This intention created the radio show "Más que Arquitectura."
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Building in Yucatán, Part 2: Permits and contracts for the beach

When developing in Progreso, and some other inland areas, in addition to the building permit provided by the state, you will need to start an assessment by SEMARNAT.
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Lagalá gallery in Mérida, Yucatán.
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Cobalto es Azul: Documenting Mérida’s unique architecture

Cobalto es Azul is a Social Media project headed by Pedro Castro, a young architect focused on documenting Mérida's unique architecture.
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Casa Luna is a white water retreat in downtown Mérida

An artist’s Centro retreat embraces neutral colors and clear refreshing water.
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Know your critters: A guide to insects and creatures in Yucatán

In Yucatán, bugs are abundant, varied, and a tad frightening. Yet they are not all dangerous and are sometimes even desirable house guests.
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Ser Eterno: Furniture and the passing of time

Ser Eterno has developed the skill of visualizing spaces and pieces of furniture together, long before restoration has even begun.
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Progreso renovation respects the classic lines of a mid-century home

One block off the Gulf, but still close enough to catch the breezes — and the sand — Casa Mareto was built in 1950 and was owned by the same family until now.
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Elán Project: Young creatives take on Yucatecan design

Andrea and Ana Cristina met during college and have recently joined forces in Elán- their Architecture and furniture design studio.
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Parque Hidalgo: French aesthetic and history in a Mérida park

At the intersection of 60th Street and 59th Street, Parque Hidalgo has existed since the first layout of the city. Its French aesthetic and tranquil feel are a refreshing stop in the ever-moving Centro.
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Villa Arrebol: Home for a Mexico City family in love with the outskirts of Mérida

In the upper corner of the city, a retirement home for a Mexico City family is in its final stages. The owners came looking for serenity and comfort — a home that felt just as if they were on vacation.
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