Frequently asked questions

Coffee and a conversation is a great way to begin! Let’s connect and chat about your vision, how you experience your current environment and your goals in elevating the space.

I most certainly can! I have an incredible team including a general contractor and all the trades. We can navigate all phases of the renovation, including pulling permits.

My business model is based on providing a concierge experience which includes the procurement, purchasing and project management for all materials within the design scope.

Absolutely! However, our goal in creative collaboration is to inspire clients to play with patterns, consider unpredictable combinations and explore the unexpected. This can be achieved with a neutral palette but being adventurous is always encouraged!

Arguably the most critical part of any renovation is the budget. Cost containment is a large part of the design process and having a designer navigate selections and adhere to schedules to meet the needs of your contractor is vital to maintaining your bottom line. During our initial conversation, we will discuss your investment estimate for the project and align accordingly. On average, our clients can anticipate allocating 5-10% of their construction budget for design services.

The scope and complexity of the project will determine the duration of construction. Having a solid pre-construction plan is critical to maintaining tight timelines. Once we are under contract, we will deliver the completed project within budgeted amounts of both time and investment.

This is where strategic, data driven design has the biggest impact. We work with investors early in the process on floor plan reviews, finish selections, fixture specifications, value engineering decisions, and even pre-listing staging from day one. When design is brought in early, we can improve flow, avoid costly missteps, and make choices that photograph well and support your target average daily rate (ADR).

Early design input doesn’t just make it prettier, it protects your budget and strengthens your ROI before the property ever hits the market.

Designing a short-term rental isn’t really about personal taste, it’s about positioning the property to perform. Instead of asking, “Do I love this?” we’re asking, “Will this increase ADR? Will it convert bookings? Will it attract the right guests and hold up over time?” Every choice, from layout to lighting to materials, is made with revenue, durability, and guest psychology in mind. The goal isn’t just a beautiful space. It’s a space that photographs well, books confidently, and works hard for your investment.

Yes! Thoughtful short term vacation rental design can meaningfully increase average daily rate (ADR) (often 15–40% depending on your starting point), improve occupancy during slower seasons, reduce days sitting unbooked, and lead to stronger 5-star reviews. It also helps eliminate that gap between expectation and reality.

It ultimately depends on your target average daily rate (ADR) and the size of the property, but as a general framework: a 1-bedroom typically falls between $12k–$25k, a 2-bedroom around $18k–$40k, and a 3-bedroom or larger between $30k–$75k+. Our luxury-tier markets may require a larger investment to compete appropriately.

One of the most common mistakes we see in short term vacation rental investing is under-furnishing. Trying to save upfront often locks you into a lower pricing tier long-term, and that can quietly cost far more than the initial design investment.