169. Make Your STR Pop With Design, Decor & Staging

Good design is an example of “ONE thing” that will help your listing stand out. Implementing professional staging and unique decor in your short-term rental can lead directly to more bookings and higher revenue.Gone are the days of just throwing a rental together and hoping for listings. The industry is getting more competitive as boutique hotels and experience stays are gaining popularity. Focusing your short-term rental around good design principles is a near guarantee for success in the competitive STR landscape.Tips for design in your STR:Use wallpaper (temporary or not) to create a bold accent wallDon’t skimp on the often-overlooked elements like light fixtures and live plantsSave money on artwork by getting printables on Etsy and printing & framing it yourselfCreate timeless backdrops like subway tile and white walls which give you freedom to adapt your listing over time without turning it into a construction projectAre you an aspiring designer, or know someone who is? Reach out to us on Instagram!Resources:See us in Las Vegas for RESACON: Real Estate Staging Association, July 21-23Design Files: interior design business software#STRShareSunday: @EverwoodsGroupThanks for Visiting is produced and published by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:Minoan | Minoan helps short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal with their customizable, curated retail platform.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!Join us for our live Get More Bookings Bootcamp.Breezeway | Go to breezeway.io/tfv to claim your free implementation when you start a Breezeway account.