In this Ask Us Anything episode of Pretty Smart, the hosts answer real questions from designers who are curious about—or already working in—vacation rental design. From pricing structures and contracts to finding clients, entering new markets, and avoiding costly mistakes, this conversation is packed with candid advice and actionable insights.

Vacation rental design is not an extension of residential design—and it’s definitely not staging. In this episode of Pretty Smart, the hosts unpack what vacation rental design really is: a strategic blend of hospitality, business strategy, psychology, logistics, and data-driven decision-making.

In Episode 2 of Pretty Smart — “Let’s Name Names” — the founders dive into the people, partnerships, and pivotal moments that have shaped this growing design movement. From the trailblazers who stepped up to speak, to the unexpected friendships and collaborations formed at the Summit, this episode celebrates the individuals who make the Pretty Smart community what it is. It’s a conversation about showing up, finding your people, and building something bigger than yourself — one connection at a time.

In the premiere episode of Pretty Smart, hosts Jane Dagmi, Jessica Duce, and Ericka Saurit share the real, never-before-told story of how a single courageous moment at High Point Market sparked an idea that grew into the Vacation Rental Design Summit, a thriving community, and ultimately a new platform filling an unserved space in the overlap of design and vacation rentals.

Pretty Smart is a candid, stylish podcast where Jane Dagmi, Jessica Duce, and Ericka Saurit share honest conversations about the messy middle, bold leaps, and real experiences of building meaningful careers in design and creative entrepreneurship.