Journal
Notes on creating residences with intention.
Martēn Design Journal examines the decisions that shape private residences in Costa Rica—from spatial planning and interior architecture to materiality, lighting and execution.
Written by Majo Martén, each note draws from the studio’s work to clarify what deserves attention early, where long-term value is protected and how a clear concept survives the move from drawing to reality. Explore the studio’s full-scope approach.
Residential design · 5 min read
How to Protect Your Investment When Building or Renovating a Home
Five design decisions that help protect the value of a residential investment.
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Residential design · 4 min read
What High-End Residential Projects Still Get Wrong
Five recurring gaps—and why the value of interior design begins long before furniture enters the room.
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