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The Art of the Zhuzh: How a Little Design Intention Can Transform Your Furnished Rental
The Moment That Shaped How I Work With Hosts One of the biggest honors, and career-defining moments, of my life was working as a Host Advisor for the Airbnb Plus program. I worked out of Airbnb’s global headquarters in San Francisco, supporting hosts whose homes were being considered for one of their most design-forward programs. And then there was that moment. The first time I ever met Brian Chesky , CEO of Airbnb, I was completely unprepared. Me + Daphne, our Interior Des
Katelyn Almeda
3 days ago4 min read


The Bohive: How Our Backyard Guesthouse Became a Mortgage-Paying Boho Retreat
A serene open-concept studio blending modern comfort with bohemian charm, nestled in nature yet just minutes from downtown Richmond. Before: The Bohive in its lime green phase — quirky floors, matching curtains, and tons of untapped potential. When we bought our property in 2021, the guesthouse out back wasn’t exactly ready for guests—or legal, for that matter. It was unpermitted, lime green (yes, floors and curtains ), and full of potential if you squinted hard enough. We kn
Katelyn Almeda
Nov 5, 20254 min read
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