How to Furnish Your Vacation Rental (When Nothing’s in Stock)
ETA: I wrote this post in April 2021, when furniture, like everything else, had looong delivery times because of…everything. Now,
Layout strategy, spatial problem-solving, and interior architecture principles for rooms that actually work. These posts focus on proportion, circulation, balance, and the structural decisions that make a space feel intentional — not just styled. Whether you’re designing a living room from scratch or fixing one that feels “almost right,” this is where form meets function.
ETA: I wrote this post in April 2021, when furniture, like everything else, had looong delivery times because of…everything. Now,
The most common mistake vacation rental hosts make is having too little or too much stuff. Hosts who don’t treat
Follow along as we transform a small, sad, dark condo into a beautiful, sunny part-time vacation rental. Watch the video
I mean, you guys know I’m a designer, right? Of course, I’m going to tell you that you need me.
Like you really think I’m going to say no? Of course, everyone should have an interior designer for their vacation
Those of you of a certain age (i.e., my age) will remember those grandma’s living rooms with furniture encased in
[Updated August 2025] A lot of Airbnb and short-term rental hosts still fall for the lure of the “bargain” sofa.
Design insights for homes and high-performing rentals.