Blog - Sukkha Interior Design

The short answer: The biggest furnishing mistake STR hosts make is spending in the wrong places. Splurge on the mattress, bedding, sofa, and any item guests will touch or sleep on daily. Save on decorative accessories, artwork, throw pillows, and anything purely visual. A

The short answer: Asheville's fall 2026 market is showing selective activity — well-priced, move-in-ready homes in desirable neighborhoods are still moving. Overpriced or deferred-maintenance properties are sitting. Interest rates and ongoing inventory constraints continue to shape buyer behavior. I...

The best color palettes for tiny homes and STRs are rooted in warm neutrals, layered with 1–2 intentional accent colors. Think: creamy whites, soft greiges, warm taupes, earthy terracottas, and muted sage greens. These photograph cleanly, read as inviting on screen, and don't compete with natural light.

The short answer: STR interior design costs range from $500 to $2,500 for e-design (virtual) packages, and from $3,000 to $15,000+ for full-service design depending on the size and scope of the project. When you factor in the revenue impact — higher nightly rates, better occupancy, stronger reviews — most well-executed STR design investments pay for themselve...

The short answer: A five-star-worthy STR welcome basket combines three elements: something local (a product, food, or drink that connects guests to the place they've traveled to), something practical (items that make the first hours of the stay effortless), and something personal (a handwritten note that makes guests feel genuinely welcomed rather than proces...