Welcome to our Monthly Highlights & Spotlights – June 2025
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June is a beautiful month to embrace home life and interior comfort. As the rains return, cozying up indoors becomes a joy — and there’s no better time to think about how your bedroom can be both a sanctuary and a style statement. In this edition, we take a deeper look into bedding and design, highlight an atmospheric restaurant in Escazú, and share a stunning new listing in Santa Ana.
This Month’s Focus: Bedroom Comfort & Design in the Central Valley
A well-designed bedroom is more than just décor — it’s your place to rest, rejuvenate, and begin each day with comfort. Whether you’re outfitting a luxury home or upgrading your guest room, Costa Rica offers fantastic options.
High-End Bedding Stores in the Central Valley
For soft, breathable linens and high thread count comfort, these retailers stand out:
High-End Bedding & Home Décor Stores
Casa y Más (Escazú) Casa y Más offers European-quality furniture and home accessories, including imported sheet sets, thick terry towels, and fine bedroom textiles. Their collections feature neutral, modern palettes and coastal-inspired colors.
Locations: Escazú, Tamarindo, and Orotina
Altea Design (Santa Ana) Altea Design is known for tailored interiors, offering handcrafted bedding, artisan throws, luxurious memory foam pillows, decorative cushions, bed runners, and natural fiber rugs.
Locations: Guachipelín, Santa Ana, Curridabat, Heredia, San Sebastián, and Tamarindo
Cemaco – Rohrmoser Cemaco is a large home store offering a wide range of products, including hotel-style sheet sets, moisture-wicking pillows, and orthopedic mattress toppers.
Affordable Bedding & Household Essentials
If you’re shopping on a budget or need practical solutions for secondary bedrooms or rentals, these stores have excellent inventory:
- Pequeño Mundo – With locations in Santa Ana, Belén, and across the Central Valley, this store is a go-to for affordable sheets, comforters, mattress covers, and pillows. Quality can vary, but it’s ideal for quick finds.
- Walmart (Escazú, Heredia, Curridabat) – Offers seasonal deals on basic sheet sets, decorative pillows, and lightweight comforters. Great for finding standard sizes and everyday-use linens.
- Gollo & Monge (Multiple Locations) – While better known for appliances, both chains also stock economical mattresses, mattress covers, and occasional deals on bedding sets.
- Tips (Escazú) – A fun, lower-cost décor shop with a mix of bedding and bedroom accessories. Expect color variety and simple textiles — a good source for adding decorative elements without a large investment.
- Allis – A favorite for home decor and furniture, Aliss boasts bedding, living room furniture, and kitchen essentials.
Local Designers to Know
If you’re ready for a more personalized design approach, Costa Rica’s growing interior design scene features creatives known for blending tropical elegance with functional design:
- Maricruz Miranda – Náutico Interiors – Maricruz Miranda is an award-winning Costa Rican architect and interior designer renowned for her sophisticated, high-concept interiors. Her accolades include multiple honors from the SIT Furniture Design Awards—winning in both Residential and House Interior Design categories, along with an Honorable Mention for custom furniture design . She has also been recognized with the Best Research Project award at the 2012 International Architecture Biennale in Costa Rica and secured second place in the National NEWH Interior Design Competition in the U.S.
- Experiencia Áurea, Redefine luxury and functionality through expert interior space design, innovative interior architecture, and comprehensive architectural services.
- MARE – MARE is a Costa Rica-based design studio specializing in sustainable, high-end interior design. With over 14 years of experience, they deliver everything from turnkey interior design projects to the finest architectural finishes.
Many local designers also collaborate with furniture makers and curtain experts, so whether you’re doing a full bedroom redesign or just refreshing key pieces, you’ll find excellent collaborators in the Central Valley.
Restaurant Spotlight: Sin Domicilio Fijo, Escazú
Located in the heart of Escazú’s culinary corridor, Sin Domicilio Fijo is more than just a restaurant — it’s an immersive experience. With an eclectic, bohemian design and an on-site gift shop featuring Costa Rican crafts and home goods, it’s a place to dine and browse.
What Makes It Special:
- Atmosphere: Lush plants, warm lighting, and curated vintage décor create a cozy, artistic vibe.
- Menu: Creative dishes using local ingredients with international flair. Think gourmet arepas, beet hummus, artisanal flatbreads, and kombucha on tap. Vegan and vegetarian options abound.
- Souvenir Boutique: Adjacent to the dining area, the boutique showcases handmade pottery, textiles, and candles. A perfect spot to pick up a thoughtful gift or unique home item.
A recent review praised its “deeply relaxing ambiance, paired with food that feels both nourishing and indulgent.” Perfect for a slow weekend brunch or intimate dinner.
Featured Property of the Month
Casa Piamonte Breezes
This gorgeous 4-bedroom home in Brasil de Mora, San Jose, offers spacious living with refined finishes and natural light throughout. Highlights include:
- Modern kitchen with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry
- Open-plan layout that connects seamlessly to a shaded outdoor patio
- Large master suite boasting a large terrace, an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet
- Gated community with pool, gym, basketball and soccer court, green areas, playground, and 24/7 security
Ideal for families or professionals seeking upscale comfort close to schools, restaurants, and shopping.
➡️ Visit the full listing here: Casa Piamonte Breezes
June Notes: Father’s Day in Costa Rica
In Costa Rica, Father’s Day (Día del Padre) is celebrated on Sunday, June 15, and while it’s not a national holiday, it’s widely observed with family lunches, gifts, and local promotions. Many restaurants offer special menus, and stores run discounts on clothing, tools, and tech gadgets.
If you’re looking for a special way to celebrate, consider:
- A weekend getaway to the mountains of Barva or the beaches of Esterillos
- A family lunch at a countryside soda or steakhouse
- A personalized gift from local artisan fairs or craft shops
Whether you’re honoring your own dad or celebrating fatherhood in your community, it’s a great moment to connect and appreciate the role of fathers in Costa Rican family life.
Wishing you a beautiful June — whether you’re upgrading your space, discovering new flavors, or spending time with loved ones.
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