How Modern Interior Design Can Make Your Airbnb Dream a Reality
Are you considering letting out your property to take advantage of the expanding Airbnb property management market? Whilst undoubtedly a great idea and a chance to increase your overall income stream in the right circumstances, it’s an opportunity that has to be properly thought through and timed accordingly.
A smartly designed Airbnb property attracts more bookings
Firstly, a home is more appealing to guests if the interior design is modern and most attractive. This is not about making sure the curtains match the carpet or that the wallpaper isn’t curling in places, it’s all about a fresh, all round decorative plan, that has long term investment appeal to any number and manner of guests. Put it this way, an airbnb property can be made or broken on the strength of customer reputation. One poor or even indifferent review and many browsers will simply pass on your property.
It’s much better to take a couple of months or so to get ready for your airbnb property management adventure. You want to hit the ground running and start to make a substantial return, so it’s most definitely a case of planning for success. Here are some ideas to help you:
1. Setting and maintaining high standards in your airbnb property
With interior design, there’s no point accepting mediocrity. It simply won't wash. Whilst there’s no harm in getting ideas from home design magazines and internet content, it’s prudent to consult a quality interior design business who can look at your property and make some recommendations for you. And these doesn’t necessarily mean wholesale change, it can be about de-cluttering and making better use of space to give your property a more open and lighter airier feel. Designers know how to set furniture pieces, giving them a welcoming design. In addition, they pay attention to smaller details that can make a difference. As an Airbnb host, you should definitely rely on such expertise and creativity.
2. Increase the value of your airbnb property
You could argue that any decorative upgrade will surely increase the value of your property on Airbnb. But it’s not an exact science. There’s the small matter of personal taste. The condition and appearance of the bathroom and kitchen have always been the two greatest considerations when guests provide feedback. Focusing on these crucial rooms first, isn’t such a bad idea. Generally, being consistent, using the right colours, soft and hard furnishings and modern equipment does the trick. Something that leaves a great impression will always do the trick.
3. Less is more: maximising a smaller space
As well as making everything bright and beautiful with the latest on trend colour schemes an expert interior design company can help maximise the use of space in your Airbnb property. For example, they can improve a small space with accurate wallpaper that fits well on the wall behind the bed. This could extend to having wall pegs where things that would otherwise be left elsewhere can cleverly hang, behind a door for example. The use of throws, cushions and tasteful rugs makes a visual impact too. In fact anything that doesn’t fill floor space is generally good.
4. Impactful interior design will influence your guests
The key word here is character. If your property has character and a very definite personality your guests will remember it for the right reasons. Finishing touches such as a SMART TV installed on the wall, modern kitchen appliances and a few tasteful mirrors and art-deco pictures can make all the difference to many people.
5. Airbnb the gift that keeps on giving
As an Airbnb host – if you make your guests feel really comfortable, giving them a remarkable experience, they’re likely to reward you with more bookings and top-rated reviews. They could even go all the way as recommending your property to business partners, family and friends, all of which tends to have a snowball effect.
How Elite can help you bring all of this together
If the actual letting of your property sounds like hard work, it doesn’t need to be. The good news is that Elite Property Management can help. Our team of dedicated holiday let management experts can arrange everything for you, reducing both your time commitments and daily stress levels, letting you get on with other things in your busy life. Elite works very closely with you at all stages throughout the letting process. As well as helping you get started as an airbnb property host, we’ll take all the pressure off you, by carrying out the following services:
automate all of your guest communications and create an inviting welcome pack
clean and maintain your property to a very high standard
help you get five star customer reviews
provide help to avoid time wasters and troublemakers
Elite takes care of all your airbnb property management needs
So, what are you waiting for? If you’ve got the property, we’ve got the Airbnb management expertise to get things off the ground for you, allowing you to fully enjoy the financial benefits. Contact us today to find out more.