Northeast Airbnb Complete Makeovers

Your place.
But better.

We transform short-term rentals through thoughtful interior design and smart hosting strategies to attract more guests, increase revenue, and maximize ROI.

Concept boutique living room with panoramic mural

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From playful family stays to high-end luxury

Different guests.
Distinctive stays.

Family-focused getaways, sophisticated luxury retreats, and everything in between. We tailor every design to the guests you want to attract.

Concept spa retreat with tiled indoor pool and sauna

01 / HIGH-END LUXE

Elevated escapes.

Refined interiors, thoughtful amenities, and a premium experience worth booking.

02 / FAMILY-FOCUSED

Made for memories.

Playful spaces, clever kid-friendly details, and experiences the whole family remembers.

Concept imagery illustrates possible design directions; not completed Nifty client projects.

More than decorating

Good taste.
Great follow-
through.

We're architects who know how to take a strong idea from concept to reality.

Hands-on executionAirbnb expertiseFully committed themes

Concept interior with a dramatic wave mural and curated furnishings

Design decisions, backed by insight

Pretty is good.
Purpose is better.

Should I allow dogs?

How many beds make sense?

Which amenities are worth it?

We look at guests, competitors, budgets, and local demand to help you decide.

Meet Mori
A-Frame.

We designed and built our own A-frame getaway from the ground up. Then we became the hosts. Within its first year, Mori A-Frame reached Airbnb’s top 1%, was selected for Airbnb Luxe, and earned us Superhost status.

It also taught us what design school alone never could: what guests notice, what they value, and how thoughtful decisions affect the day-to-day reality of running a rental.

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Performance and platform designations reflect our experience with Mori A-Frame; individual property results will vary.

Mori A-Frame exterior in the wooded Poconos

MORI A-FRAME · ORIGINAL PROJECT PHOTOGRAPHY

Two ways to work with us

Pick your level
of nifty.

Whether you want a smart plan to execute yourself or a hands-on design partner in the Northeast, every recommendation is grounded in design expertise, market research, and real hosting experience.

01 / REMOTE

Virtual
Design

Big ideas. From anywhere.

Expert direction and a practical roadmap for owners ready to make improvements themselves.

Virtual consultation and property review
Listing, guest-feedback, and competitor analysis
Interior concepts, furniture and amenity recommendations
Prioritized improvements based on budget and potential impact
Photography, listing, and five-star hosting guidance

Custom quote based on scope

02 / NORTHEAST · HANDS-ON

Full
Service

We handle the details. You enjoy the results.

Our signature offering for owners who want a bold design vision carried through to a thoughtfully executed transformation.

Everything in Virtual Design
In-person walkthrough and property assessment (subject to location)
Tailored design and investment strategy
Furniture, materials, and amenity selections
Implementation and vendor coordination as agreed
Styling, photo preparation, and listing improvements

Custom quote based on scopeExplore Full Service ↗

Both tiers start with a free 30-minute Google Meet consultation. Deliverables and implementation responsibilities are agreed upon before work begins. Results and ROI are not guaranteed.

Modern Living Room · Before & After

More personality.
Still timeless.

A modern, welcoming living room with a cream sectional, sculptural lighting, colorful art, and warm accents. A distinctive stay without overdoing the theme.

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SAME SPACE, SMART INVESTMENT$6,690ESTIMATED FURNISHINGS + MATERIALS

An example of how we plan purchases, prioritize impact, and keep design decisions on budget.

Furniture$3,800

Lighting$1,300

Paint$340

Finishing touches$1,250

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THE DETAILS / ESTIMATED COSTS

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Furniture$3,800

Cream sectional1$2,200

Round oak coffee table1$350

Rust lounge chair1$550

Textured ivory area rug1$450

Illustrative wood shelving / display storage

Wood shelving / display storage1 set$250

Lighting$1,300

Illustrative nelson-style saucer pendant

Nelson-style Saucer pendant1$300

Nelson-style Cigar pendant1$225

Nelson-style Pear pendant1$225

Brass floor lamp1$180

Recessed LED lighting4$140

Shelf lighting2$130

Accent table lamps2$100

Paint$340

Warm off-white wall paint3 gal$210

Illustrative soft white ceiling and trim

Soft white ceiling and trim2 gal$130

Finishing touches$1,250

Illustrative curtains, rods and hardware

Curtains, rods and hardware2 sets$280

Oversized abstract artwork1$300

Illustrative accent pillows and throw blankets

Accent pillows and throw blankets1 set$250

Illustrative large floor plants and planters

Large floor plants and planters2$220

Illustrative small plants, books and accessories

Small plants, books and accessories1 set$200

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Illustrative budget and product imagery. Excludes labor, tax, shipping, design fees and contingency.

Meet the designers / A little about us

Design nerds.
Real-life hosts.
Big ideas.

We're a husband-and-wife team of Harvard-trained architects who know what it takes to turn a great idea into a great stay.

01Architects by trainingOver a decade each designing in NYC.

02Hosts by experienceWe designed, built, and operate Mori A-Frame.

03Parents by everythingWe know memorable spaces can be beautiful and fun.

How it works

Tell us your goals

Share your property and what needs work.

We assess

Remote review or in-person walkthrough.

We design

A focused plan with clear priorities.

Make it real

Execute yourself or with our help.

NORTHEAST EXPERTISE / LOCAL MARKET INTELLIGENCE

Local markets. Distinctive stays.

From the Poconos to the Catskills and Hudson Valley, we design for the character of each destination and the guests who travel there.

PoconosPennsylvania

CatskillsNew York

Hudson ValleyNew York

Finger LakesNew York

BerkshiresMassachusetts

AdirondacksNew York

Jersey ShoreNew Jersey

POCONOS MARKET SNAPSHOT · These statistics apply to the Poconos only, not the other destinations listed above.

POCONO MOUNTAINS OUR LOCAL HOME BASE · PA

NORTHEAST UNITED STATES · POCONOS FOCUS

6,581Active STR listings

$397Avg. daily rate

43%Avg. occupancy

$55.2KAvg. annual revenue

Illustrative animated globe · Poconos highlighted as our home market2026 regional figures · Source: PAVRO / AirDNA ↗

Market-wide estimates vary by provider, period, location, and property type. These figures describe the region—not what any individual Airbnb will earn.

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