Costa Rica

Posted by Matt Usher
September 16, 2023

The Cost of Building a House in Costa Rica - Price per Square Foot (2023 Update)

Alright, so you’re probably curious about how much it’s gonna cost to build your dream home in Costa Rica, right?...

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Posted by Matt Usher
June 15, 2022

Costa Rica Setback Distances: Wells and Creeks on Properties

On most of our first meetings with new, clients they are surprised when we tell them that there are minimum...

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Posted by Matt Usher
June 14, 2022

Waterproof Your Building in Costa Rica - Foundations

Your building and moisture are arch enemies. There is nothing more damaging than water creeping into the gaps and cracks...

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Posted by Matt Usher
June 7, 2022

How to Keep Your Building in Costa Rica Cool & Comfortable

Costa Rica is a beautiful country, but it has a unique climate that can be difficult to contend with for...

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Posted by Matt Usher
June 6, 2022

How to Construct a House to Keep Out Ants and Bugs in Costa Rica

When building a house in Costa Rica, it is important to take into account the fact that ants and other...

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Posted by Matt Usher
May 4, 2022

Architects Costa Rica: How to Find The Perfect One For Your Entire Project

One of the first questions in the process of purchasing your first property in Costa Rica might be: Where can...

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March 16, 2022

Who We Are & Why We Stayed In Costa Rica

Behind every successful business endeavor, there is an unbreakable team. In the case of Studio Octava, Matt and I joined...

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Posted by Matt Usher
September 8, 2021

Building Material to Use for Your House in Costa Rica

So, you want to build a home in Costa Rica?! Well, the wide range of available building materials in Costa...

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