Transform Your Airbnb or Boutique Hotel Into a Bucket List Destination (Yes, even that one in Rural Oregon)

Let’s get something straight: if your short-term rental or boutique hotel isn’t making people say “Wait—where is this magical little place and how fast can I book it?” then it’s time we had a talk. Not a judgmental one (well, maybe a little), but one that helps you take your property from meh to must-book-now. Because in 2025, boring just doesn’t book.

Kristina Browning

I’m a designer based in the Pacific Northwest, who has found a special talent in placemaking—aka turning even the most unassuming properties into destinations people can’t stop Instagramming about. Whether you’re tucked into the hills of Hood River or sitting pretty in a Portland neighborhood that hasn’t quite found its vibe yet, I help elevate your space into something worthy of Discovery+ or Condé Nast Traveler.

Why Your Property Needs to Be “A Whole Mood”

According to a 2023 report from Airbnb, travelers are increasingly choosing stays based on aesthetic and uniqueness over location alone. Translation: people are actively seeking out places that feel like an experience, not just a place to crash.

In fact, 73% of millennial and Gen Z travelers say they choose accommodations based on interior design alone. (Source: Airbnb & Morning Consult, 2023). So if you’ve never incorporated anything funky or cinematic into your vibe / marketing plan… you're literally leaving money on the table.

What I Do: Design Spaces That Are Talked About

I don’t just hang up a few cute prints and call it a day. I create immersive spaces that photograph well, market themselves, and leave guests raving in the reviews. Think of me as your creative partner in making your Airbnb or boutique hotel go viral (or at least get “booked, booked, booked”).

I specialize in:

• Experiential interior design with a capital E (yes, even the bathroom will be a vibe)

• Custom color stories that pop in photos but feel cozy IRL

• Local inspiration with global appeal, because we’re not doing generic cabin-core anymore

• Instagrammable moments built into the design, so guests basically do your marketing for you. Lets build the PR into the design!

Who This Is For (and Who It’s Not)

If you’re just looking to slap some peel-and-stick wallpaper on a wall and call it “eclectic,” I might not be your girl. I work with property owners who are ready to invest wisely and set themselves up for long-term success—not a one-hit-wonder vibe that fades faster than a viral TikTok trend.

If you’re:

• Launching a luxury Airbnb in Oregon wine country and need help standing out...

• Renovating a retro motel that could become the next RE Motel-style sensation...

• Tired of your property being “fine” when you know it could be fabulous and you find yourself Googling "how to make my Airbnb stand out"

Then, yes. Let’s talk. I know how to bring in higher-paying guests and help you make your ROI look real good.

Funky and unexpected design makes people reach for their phones and share.

Oregon Is Full of Potential. Let’s Make Your Property the Reason People Visit.

I believe in creating destinations—not just “places to stay.” With Oregon’s rich landscapes and quirky small towns, your property probably has everything it needs to become a sought-after experience. It just needs the right storytelling through design.

So if you’re ready to stop blending in and start standing out, let’s make your space unforgettable (and profitable).

👉 Book a Discovery Call Let’s see if we’re a good fit. I only take on a limited number of clients each year because quality and intention are my whole thing.

Let’s turn your property into a place people don’t just stay—they brag about.

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