The destination design series slipped my mind in March so it?s back for April, and this month?s feature is the Riviera Maya on the east coast of Mexico. I visited a few years ago with a cousin, she invited me to stay with her in the Grand Sirenes resort and it was a blissful experience. Although it was a 90 minute journey by van from Cancun airport, once you arrive in the region you understand why so many people love to visit the Riviera Maya.
Tulum is a hotspot right now even during Covid, drawing influencers and investors for its desirable beaches, bars, and weather. Builders have taken extra steps to use indigenous materials in construction of the resorts, villas, and homes. Inside and out you?ll spy a lot of wood, woven materials, plaster and stone. Structures are often constructed of concrete due to climate and pests. Like the last destination design feature of the Amalfi Coast, here are a few takeaways from browsing the various vacation rentals and boutique hotels that draw people to the Riviera Maya.
 
Add woven textiles above the bed as an alternative to art.

source: airbnb
 
Make a statement on a patio with patterned tile. Add a bamboo bar with unique cube shelving.

hotel tiki tiki
 
Get creative with materials.

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  Branches make beautiful staircase railings.

zorba cinco
 
 
A colorful rug brightens any space.

casa alaya
 
 
Weathered tree stumps always make great end tables.

casa arena
 
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