How to Stage an Airbnb for a Photoshoot

August 6, 2024

Lighting

🌟 Turn off all lights and fans, except for fixtures with character (e.g., kitchen island lights) and bathroom lights, as they are typically smaller and darker.

💡 Ensure all light bulbs are of the same Kelvin temperature (tungsten yellow or daylight temperature) and intensity to avoid mixed lighting.

🛏️ Turn on all nightstand and side table lamps for a warm ambiance.

🔲 Keep the nightstands and lamps symmetrical to the bedding, and ensure the lamps are either centered or off-centered to your preference, but keep both sides the same.


Cleanliness and Organization

🗑️ Hide all trash cans, both indoors and outdoors.

🛋️ Arrange pillows perfectly and symmetrically with covers facing each other, avoiding random frills.

🛏️ Position bed throws approximately 40% towards the pillows for better close-up shots.

Group kitchen essentials (coffee machine, toaster, etc.) together, hide cords as much as possible, and angle them 35-45% towards the stove.

🌞 Organize outdoor items (umbrella, string lights, cushions), removing any covers and placing them out of view.

🧽 Remove dishwasher soaps and ensure all fixtures are spotless.

This should keep things neat and camera-ready!


Electronics

📺 Turn off the TV and hide any visible power cords for a cleaner look.


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