15 Clever Design Tricks for Landlords and Tenants

This Nashville, Tennessee, townhouse was decorated to have just enough personality to appeal to a wide array of Airbnb guests or short-term renters, but in a manner that was not too specific or tied into one particular style. Neutral navy walls have mass appeal, but also add a dramatic backdrop for almost any style of furniture. Grouping art together and placing it against walls avoids extra costs for painters to repair and repaint walls.

Many property owners are okay with renters painting walls, but this often requires forfeiting security deposits if the hues are specific to one's taste. Consider painting walls warm shades of greige (gray + beige) to give your rental home a personal touch; it's also a neutral enough color that many property owners will be happy to keep it up for their next tenant rather than having to repaint.

Whether you're a property owner renting to Airbnb guests or a renter looking to make some temporary changes, keep in mind that classic color combinations have the most staying power. This kitchen's back wall was painted navy blue; countertop accessories in red were added for a timeless, all-American palette.

Sometimes even just a simple view above the treelines is enough to add a little magic to your Airbnb, especially when it's decorated as nicely as this rooftop deck. To watch the Nashville sunsets, a mix of sturdy chairs and an aluminum farmhouse table were added to this quaint rooftop area.