We enter a private, gated walkway and are thereby transported from the hustle and bustle of a downtown street to a strikingly colorful, verdant and vibrant garden. 

A meandering path takes us to our host’s “cantina.”  Peeking into this diminutive “bar” with brightly painted mural walls, you may imagine ordering your margherita! 

A portrait of our host playing the piano is on the wall.  Note the vase meticulously fabricated from tiny bits of folded paper.

Walk under a giant carved parrot towards the main house and pass a bronze sculpture of a beautiful bare-breasted woman.

Next pass a life-sized ceramic catrina and then be greeted by a monumental mosaic sculpture by San Miguel’s renowned local artist, Anado.

The curved staircase has giant blue roses created by the famous Toller Cranston. Light fixtures appear to be giant fireflies.

In the back column created out of blue bottles and pottery tiles is an homage to Anado. It could also be a modern interpretation of the Tower of Pisa!

The wide range of plantings will delight any gardening enthusiast. Inspect the ficus tree comprising half dark green leaves and half variegated leaves!

Imagine what a pleasant afternoon could be spent on the back patio at this bistro table with a friend.

The casita is a riot of color and Mexican charm.  A skeleton playing the saxophone greets all who enter.

The kitchen is beautifully tiled and has a metal perforated vent hood. The corner fireplace will keep occupants warm on cool evenings.

Going further, you may admire a large brick-walled bedroom and a spacious tiled bathroom with a ceramic sink from Dolores Hidalgo.

Proceed to the main house; by now your intuition should suggest, based on the paintings on the staircase that you are in for an artistic treat!  The artwork is joyous and eclectic.

A rooftop terrace has a “living wall” of succulents and a straw palapa with seating and lounge chairs.  A tiled dome cupola has a glass dolphin on top of it!

Come back to the main living level and tour the well-appointed main kitchen and admire the varied plate collection artfully displayed. 

The iron and blown glass chandelier over the dining table is from Tonalá. 

The primary bedroom and bathroom each have bóveda (domed brick) ceilings.

The curved banquette under the window is perfect for curling up with a book. 

As you enter the living room, you will see a Catrina & Catrin couple from Dolores Hidalgo.

A blown glass chandelier hangs from the bóveda ceiling and complements the baby grand piano brought from Virginia.

Note a collection of bronze sculptures, ceramic figurines, and glass vases. Exit the curved staircase. 

All visitors will feel fortunate to have had this special opportunity to “see behind the walls!”

“ It is behind the walls you see how we live”