About Us

We’re Marsha and Jorge, the founders of Casa Bonita

Our journey began in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, when we opened our very first store after years of traveling throughout Mexico, connecting with local artisans and falling in love with their craft. As we immersed ourselves in Mexico’s rich art and culture, we felt an undeniable pull to share that beauty and bring it into people’s homes. And so, Casa Bonita was born

We’re Marsha and Jorge, the founders of Casa Bonita

Our very first shop in Stover, Missouri

In 1998, we opened the doors to our first shop, filling the quaint 400 ft² space with some of our favorite finds from Oaxaca, Guanajuato, and Jalisco. Among them were traditional “barro negro” from San Bartolo Coyotepec, vibrant handpainted mayólica vases, and the popular circle of friends candle holders.

We poured our hearts into that little shop, raising our toddler there and imagining what Casa Bonita could become.

The next chapter, expanding our collection

Two years later, the prime location we’d been eyeing–just a few streets from our original shop–became available. With ten times the room and far more visibility, it felt like we’d unlocked the next chapter of Casa Bonita.

We incorporated wooden furniture crafted by hand with beautiful carvings and metalwork, romantic lighting made of hand-blown glass and natural onyx stone, and an even broader selection of elegant outdoor pottery. As our customer base grew and our collection evolved, so did our vision.

Casa Bonita comes to Los Cabos, Mexico

In 2008, we opened what is now our flagship store in Los Cabos. Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of El Tule, our store sits within the Glass Factory Plaza, just off the main highway between Cabo San Lucas and San JosĂŠ del Cabo.

Here, we expanded our collection to meet the growing needs of our customers, blending the handcrafted artistry of Mexican furniture and decor with beloved international brands like La-Z-Boy, Sunset West, and Ratana– offering everything from sofas and outdoor patio sets to rugs, mattresses, and more.

Chalala Coffee Bar & Boutique

Today, the experience at the Casa Bonita plaza in Cabo is complete with our sister boutique and coffee bar, Chalala. It’s a cozy, curated space where guests can enjoy organic coffee from Chiapas and homemade treats while browsing artisan textiles, natural fiber clothing, and other luxurious home accessories such as bedding, towels, table linens, and pillows.

Thank you, from our family to yours

For over 25 years–and with the support of our incredible team and lasting relationships with some of our very first customers and suppliers–we’ve had the joy of helping transform thousands of homes while sharing the beauty and richness of Mexican design.

We invite you to experience our stores and get lost in the details and beauty of our collection. Thank you for being part of our journey–we’re so glad you’re here.

Casa Bonita Team