12 Decorating Tricks We're Stealing from Our Favorite Airbnbs

Does your home need a little sprucing up before the holidays? We love turning to one of our favorite sources of decor inspiration: Airbnb. It makes total sense: There are so many amazing rentals all around the world, and so many feature designs that are impressive, yet still livable. It's a great window into local styles and trends (and the beautiful photos don't hurt, either!).

The following are 12 stellar Airbnbs that we’re stealing design tricks from—and bookmarking for future trips!

You can add a welcoming ambience to any room by hanging up delicate twinkle lights, like the ones that decorate the outside of this adorable cabin in Vermont. It looks like it’s straight out of a fairytale—and the interior is wonderfully cozy, to boot.

When you combine different materials and textures, such as faux fur, macrame, fringe, and even live-edge wood, the result is a cool, eclectic, and stylish vibe—check out this stunning rental in Joshua Tree for proof.

Channel your favorite Insta-famous cafes with cool indoor hanging chairs. The decor of this popular L.A. loft, complete with fur-clad chairs hung from the ceiling, makes for a delightfully chic space that we’d happily spend an afternoon hanging out in. Don’t worry if you can’t actually hang chairs from their ceiling—you can easily recreate a similar grounded version instead.

Believe it or not, you can bring color into your home while maintaining a neutral vibe. This stunning loft in Copenhagen may have a bright, airy feel, but the pops of muted color make it the perfect spot to kick off your shoes and relax.

There’s something captivating about the beautiful colors and rich light of a stained glass window—so why not bring a one-of-a-kind, bold piece into your home? Just look at how unique this rustic New York cabin’s living space is thanks to a stained glass accent and lush greenery.

Modern design is all about light, bright interiors, but don’t underestimate the power of a classic French country interior. The rich, warm tones and unique patterns are quite homey—just check out this Storybook Castle for inspo.

You can make your entertaining space seem so much bigger when you embrace the concept of indoor-outdoor living. For example, this rustic converted barn has the most beautiful sliding barn door that can be opened to turn the patio and living room into one big space for gatherings.

High ceilings are all the rage right now, but we can still appreciate a quaint hideout. Don’t write off your little upstairs room with sloped ceilings as wasted space—check out how this San Francisco loft turned a small room into a stylish, comfortable escape. How amazing is the elegant wallpaper they added to the slope?

Raw concrete may seem harsh and unfinished to many people, but you can transform it if you use the right furniture and decorations. Case in point: This concrete tiny house has beautiful, warm wood fixtures that bring the space to life and make it a designer’s dream.

Scandinavian style can be chic, modern, and cozy all at the same time. You can balance out white backgrounds with nubby, warm textures—like the ones in this historic house in Norway. Plus, the floor-to-ceiling bookcase is an amazing focal point for a living room or office.

Can we bring back wicker? It has such a quaint, welcoming vibe—just look at how romantic this wicker-clad cabana is. Of course, you don’t have to take it that far. One carefully curated chair or side table might be all you need.

The most welcoming abodes are the ones that convey personality, so if you like it, do it! Decorations don’t all have to match or be one style of decor, as long as they tells a story, like this amazing apartment in Barcelona does.

Which Airbnb are you most attracted to? Let us know below!