You’ve just moved to Spain and you’re standing in an empty house by the sea. Furnishing a home in a new country, with different suppliers and timelines, can be daunting. This expat guide explains how to furnish your home on the Costa del Sol from start to finish — stress-free and mistake-free.
1. A single point of contact changes everything
The biggest challenge for an expat is coordinating shops, couriers and fitters in a language you may not yet speak fluently. Working with an interior design studio that speaks your language and manages it all saves you time, money and headaches.
2. Define style and budget from the start
- Style — Mediterranean, contemporary, classic or luxury
- Budget — per room or a global figure for the whole property
- Timeline — important if you plan to rent or move in on a set date
- Priorities — which rooms to furnish first
3. Turnkey: from empty house to move-in ready
Many expats’ favourite option is our turnkey service: we design, supply and install everything, and all you have to do is arrive with your suitcase. Ideal if you live abroad part of the year or buy your property remotely.
We help you in your language
At MÁXIMO we have spent years furnishing the homes of international residents in Mijas, Marbella, Fuengirola and across the Costa del Sol. Visit us in La Cala de Mijas and let’s talk about your project.
📍 MÁXIMO Interior Design — La Cala de Mijas, Costa del Sol.
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