Funkit Interiors vs Bee Setups (2025): Which Interior Design Firm Delivers Better Results for Airbnb and Investment Properties?
- Mehak Fiaz
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
The Airbnb furnishing industry is crowded with boutique design studios promising speed and style—but only a few can actually deliver on ROI and scale.
One of the most Googled new names in this space is Funkit Interiors, a creative design studio gaining traction for its eclectic, colorful, and personality-driven spaces.
But how does Funkit Interiors compare to Bee Setups, the national turnkey furnishing company trusted by investors to design, source, deliver, and launch fully guest-ready properties in as little as 3–6 weeks?
This guide breaks down everything hosts and investors need to know—pricing, scope, design approach, timelines, and most importantly, results.
💡 Who Is Funkit Interiors?
Founded by a small team of designers with backgrounds in hospitality and set design, Funkit Interiors markets itself as the antidote to beige minimalism.
Their look: bold palettes, layered textures, quirky vintage pieces, and dramatic lighting.
Strengths
Distinctive visual storytelling
One-of-a-kind art and custom upholstery
Boutique attention to detail
Limitations
High design fees and longer timelines
No hands-on procurement or installation
Limited experience with STR ROI optimization
Average Design Fee (2025): $6K – $15K for consultation + concept; full service can exceed $40K including client-purchased furnishings.
⚙️ Bee Setups in Brief
Bee Setups was built for a different audience: real-estate investors, Airbnb operators, and developers who measure design success in ROI—not Instagram likes.
Bee Setups handles everything end-to-end:
Design Consultation → Define budget & guest persona.
Custom Proposal → Tailored to market data with included revisions.
Procurement & Logistics → Bee Setups orders, tracks, and receives all inventory.
White-Glove Delivery & Assembly → Team installs on-site in days.
Listing Readiness → Styled, photography-ready handoff.
🧠 E-E-A-T Data Snapshot
🎨 Design Philosophy Comparison
💬 Case Study 1 – Palm Springs Retro Rental
A boutique host hired Funkit Interiors for a 60s-inspired desert home. The result was visually stunning but logistically complex: six vendors, three shipping delays, and a 12-week launch.
Later, the same owner used Bee Setups for a second property in Joshua Tree. It launched in five weeks with ADR ↑ 18 %.
💰 Cost Breakdown
🧩 Strengths and Limitations
Funkit Strengths
✅ Distinctive aesthetic vision
✅ Great for boutique homes or personal residences
✅ Custom artisan network
Funkit Limitations
❌ Long lead times
❌ Retail pricing reduces ROI
❌ No delivery or assembly
❌ Design may outshine function
🧾 Case Study 2 – Nashville Investor Portfolio
Before: Funkit handled one unit; 10 weeks setup; high cost.
After: Bee Setups furnished four units turnkey in five weeks.
Outcome: ADR ↑ 19 %, bookings ↑ 28 %, ROI doubled in 12.
🧠 E-E-A-T Analysis
🧾 When Funkit Is a Good Fit
You want a bold, artistic statement for a personal home.
You enjoy managing vendors and logistics.
You prioritize style over speed or ROI.
🧾 When Bee Setups Is the Better Choice
You’re scaling Airbnbs or mid-term rentals.
You need speed, consistency, and hands-off execution.
You value design that earns its cost back through performance.
🏁 Final Verdict
Funkit Interiors creates conversation-piece designs for individuals who love color and craft.
Bee Setups creates income-producing spaces that launch on time and outperform competitors.
If you’re decorating a personal home, Funkit may fit.
If you’re furnishing an investment property that needs to generate revenue fast, Bee Setups is the smarter play.
👉 Schedule a Bee Setups consultation to see how our ROI-First STR Design transforms properties in just weeks.