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This coastal cottage is in Cley Next to the Sea, a charming town in Norfolk, England. This house was designed alongside the owner who is a professor wanting to use this space as a 2nd home and occasionally rent it to the avid bird watchers who pass through the area.
We spent many months curating the perfect local art to mix with some new and some vintage furniture finds.
This short-term rental was designed to appeal to visitors of a small college town in Bloomington, Indiana.
It is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow remodel that we brought to life with well-planned vintage + new furniture and art throughout. The result is a warm and inviting short-term rental designed to appeal to parents of college students.
This is my home which I have designed slowly over the last few years. These pictures were taken recently as we’ve just converted our family home into a short-term rental listing.
We have embarked upon a year of travel around the world, and while we are away, our home is available to rent. Check it out here if you’ll be in Cambridge, England before August 2025 when we return!
For this beachfront condo, I traveled to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to complete a redesign in person. The kitchen renovation and design plans were executed virtually, and when we arrived we focused on styling and staging.
You can watch a video of the process here, and see my design process plus shop some of the products I used on this blog post.
This seaside condo owner wanted us to incorporate bold color choices, but re-painting wasn’t part of the scope of the project as it had just recently been done.
So we used bold teal blue velvet curtains and other pops of saturated blue in the design to make this listing ‘stop the scroll’. The result of this redesign was a property that started performing far better in a saturated market.
Seriously amazing...Working with Valerie Quill at Quill Decor has been an absolute delight! From the moment I first approached her about designing the interior of my short-term rental property in Newton, Wisconsin, she has exceeded my expectations in every way. Valerie not only guided me in the right design choices to meet my personal preferences (this is our second home) that would also be appealing to guests, but she was also price-conscious, ensuring we stayed within our budget.
Her thoughtful approach made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. She has an incredible eye for detail and a knack for creating spaces that are both stylish and functional. As an added, plus, she provided us with a list of essential items to keep in our home and w ith guidance on branding and showcasing our property on the various platforms.
For any newcomer to the short-term rental business, I would advise you to hire a professional such as Valerie as a trusted partner and guide in the process of setting up your investment for success. Thanks to her expertise, my rental property now stands out, attracting more guests and receiving fantastic reviews. I highly recommend Valerie and Quill Decor for any design needs!"
Valerie and the Quill Decor staff did an amazing job in designing, furnishing, and staging a home that we recently remodeled for use as an Airbnb. I couldn't be happier with the process or with the finished look. I'm so grateful to have had her help and guidance on this project.
Valerie Malone is an absolute powerhouse in the world of interior design. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with her on multiple projects, and every single time, she brings not only her unmatched design expertise but also an unwavering commitment to the success of everyone around her. Whether she's coaching my students, speaking at my events, or diving into a design project, Valerie has an incredible ability to blend style with strategy—creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also optimized for performance.
What really sets Valerie apart is her heart. She’s not just about making a space look good; she’s genuinely invested in the long-term success of the clients she works with. She understands the business side of design and consistently delivers results that elevate a property's value and guest experience.
Valerie is the kind of designer who listens, collaborates, and pushes boundaries—qualities any employer or client would be lucky to have. Her talent, passion, and care for her clients shine through in everything she does.
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