Cara Shimizu

Hi Alex & Annie,

I love how your show consistently pushes hosts to think beyond “just another Airbnb” and toward truly memorable, high-performing properties.

I specialize exclusively in short-term rental design that’s tied directly to revenue and guest behavior — not trends or decoration, but the design decisions that influence booking confidence, nightly rates, and repeat stays.

I’d love to contribute a conversation around:

What actually makes a listing feel different before a guest ever reads the description

How design functions as brand positioning for STRs

The most common “nice but forgettable” design mistakes that keep listings from standing out

How hosts can create memorable spaces without overbuilding or overspending

My goal would be to give your listeners clear, practical ways to think about design as a competitive advantage — not just a visual upgrade.

If this feels aligned, I’d love to explore it further.

Warmly,
Cara