Built for living,
not just staying
Ki Residences is a collection of 17 apartments in the heart of Playa del Carmen, designed around Japanese and Scandinavian principles of calm, light, and natural materials. Built by WHITEBOX, the team behind Luna Residences, delivered in 2025.
Designed around the way you actually want to live.
Ki (pronounced "kee") means tree in Japanese. It also means invisible power. That's what this building is about- drawing strength from nature and quiet instead of trying to impress.
Two mature trees grow at the back of the building. Instead of cutting them down, we will build around them. There will be a Japanese garden there. It's the opposite of what most developers do.
Inside, everything is minimalistic. Natural wood, textured walls, neutral colors. Every apartment has its own balcony. Lots of natural light. Open spaces that don't feel crowded.
On the roof, there's a 23m pool that overlooks the Caribbean Sea. Next to it, a sauna and cold plunge. Downstairs, you'll find a coworking space, a 24/7 front desk, security, parking, and the building is pet-friendly. An elevator connects all the floors.
This isn't a generic beach apartment building. Every detail has a reason.
Clean lines. Warm materials. Nothing unnecessary.
Exposed concrete gives the building its structure and character. Glass balconies dissolve the boundary between inside and out. Open floor plans allow each room to breathe. Inside, the apartments are finished to a standard that most developments in this market leave to the buyer. Hansgrohe fixtures in brushed bronze. SMEG appliances. Custom polished-concrete vanities. Walnut-toned cabinetry. Smart home controls for lighting, climate, and entry. A 38-bottle integrated wine fridge in select residences. You will not need to renovate, furnish-out, or upgrade anything. Move in. Live.
17 apartments.
Multiple layouts to fit your life.
Ki offers four apartment types designed for different needs. One-bedrooms (472–941 sq ft) range from compact retreats to spacious lofts. Two-bedroom residences (1,126–1,181 sq ft) are built for families and longer stays. A full-floor three-bedroom (1,799 sq ft) and two-level penthouse (1,885 sq ft) round out the collection.
Most residences feature a lockoff configuration-a separated bedroom suite with its own entrance and bathroom. Useful when you're here for six months and want to host a guest or generate income from an independent rental unit.
- Japandi-style kitchen and living area
- Private balcony and natural light
- Premium materials throughout
- Walk-in closet
- Built for families and longer stays
- Private outdoor space
- Lockoff bedroom suite available
- Useful for secondary income potential
- 20-foot ceiling in lounge area
- Open-plan kitchen and living
- Master with walk-in closet
- Unique dual-level layout
- 23m sight line through kitchen, dining, and living
- Three bedrooms with ensuite baths
- Second living room/library area
- One-of-a-kind residence
- Bedrooms on Level 6, living on Level 7
- 13-foot ceilings in the main living area
- Lockoff guest bedroom with private entry
- The most exclusive home in the building
The kind of town people come to for a week and stay for years.
Playa del Carmen sits on Mexico's Caribbean coast, between Cancun and Tulum. Two international airports within 45 minutes. White sand, turquoise water, and 300 days of sun. But what keeps people here is not the beach. It is the life around it: morning breathwork on the sand, coffee on a quiet street, cenotes hidden in jungle 20 minutes away, and a growing community of people from around the world who chose this place deliberately.
Ki is developed by WHITEBOX, a boutique real estate group based in Playa del Carmen. Our first project, Luna Residences, was completed and handed over in 2025. You can visit it today.
Built by WHITEBOX. The developer you can actually meet.
Before you commit to anything, you can walk through completed work, meet the people who built it, and speak with the owners who live there. Not many developers in this market can offer that.
WHITEBOX is not just a developer. It is a group that covers legal structuring through WHITEBOX Law, construction through its in-house team, and long-term property management after you receive your keys. The same people. The same phone number. From your first conversation through to the day you move in, and every day after.
"Best new development in Playa. Incredible location and meticulous attention to detail inside the units. You can tell the builders really took pride in the highest quality materials."
"Very well designed, thoughtfully built, and easily one of the highest quality buildings in Playa."
"What we loved most is the building itself. It feels cozy and actually so so so well designed 😍, not like those typical developments that all look the same, hotel type with tiny windows. The big windows here make such a difference, so much natural light, which is rare to find in new developments."
From first conversation to keys in hand. We walk you through every step.
Buying pre-sale property in another country raises real questions. We designed our process specifically to answer them early and keep you informed throughout.
Talk to the Development TeamWe start with a real conversation
No bulk emails. No sales pressure. You speak directly with our development team. We share floor plans, pricing, and answer every question before you make any decision.
We handle the legal side
Our WHITEBOX Law team has walked every single Ki and Luna buyer through the purchasing process in Mexico. Most people are surprised by how straightforward it actually is. You will know exactly where you stand before you commit.
Flexible payment over the build period
30% deposit to secure your residence. 40% during construction. 30% on delivery. No mortgage required. Payments are spread across the construction timeline.
We keep you close during construction
Regular updates, direct from the team on site. No call centres. No middlemen. A person you know by name, keeping you informed as your home takes shape.
Handover is just the beginning
Our management team takes care of the building from the day it opens. The same people who sold you the apartment are the same people you call when you want to rent it for a month, or need something sorted while you are away.
Everything You Need to Know
Yes. Foreigners can own property anywhere in Mexico through a bank trust called a fideicomiso. Our WHITEBOX Law team guides buyers through the process and most people are surprised by how straightforward it actually is.
The payment structure is 30% deposit to secure your residence, 40% during construction, and 30% on delivery. Payments are spread across the construction timeline.
We can share rental income projections and ROI analysis directly during your consultation, along with the layouts and use cases that make the most sense for investment buyers.
Delivery is scheduled for 2028. We will walk you through the timeline, milestones, and payment schedule before you commit to anything.
Yes. Detailed floor plans, unit specifications, finish schedules, and the full amenity package are available to registered buyers. Complete the inquiry form and the team will share the full brochure, current pricing, and availability.
Ki has 17 residences in total. Current availability is shared directly with buyers when they inquire.
Pre-sale pricing closes soon.
Early-stage pricing is only available during the pre-sale phase. Once construction reaches a certain milestone, pricing moves to the next tier. We will send you the full brochure, floor plans, pricing, and payment schedule. No obligation. No pressure. Just the information you need to decide if this is right for you.
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