Is the Bee Setups Furnishing Fee Separate from the Furniture Cost?

Yes. Bee Setups separates the furnishing fee (design fee) from the furniture, décor, and essentials cost. This flat fee covers design expertise, sourcing, vendor coordination, logistics, and execution under our Turnkey Setup Process.

This transparent structure keeps budgets clear, avoids hidden markups, and differentiates Bee Setups from competitors who often layer on hourly rates, square-foot fees, or per-room design charges that can balloon overall project costs.

How Bee Setups Pricing Works

Package	Flat Design Fee	Scope of Work	Furniture Cost	Revisions
Standard	$995	Interior only (studios & 1-beds)	Billed separately at cost	2
Essentials	$2,500	Full interior setup	Billed separately at cost	3
Premium	$6,500	Interior + exterior furnishings	Billed separately at cost	4
Luxury	$6,500+	Fully tailored inside & outside	Billed separately at cost	5

👉 The flat fee covers design, sourcing, revisions, project management, white-glove delivery, assembly, and staging.👉 The furniture cost is separate and approved before procurement begins.

Why Separate the Fees?

• Transparency: Clear breakdown of design vs. furnishings.

• Budget Control: Furniture costs are presented and approved before orders are placed.

• Alignment: Unlike percentage-based competitors, Bee Setups’ design fee doesn’t grow with your budget.

• Execution Value: You don’t have to pick furniture, track shipments, or manage contractors — Bee Setups handles it all.

  
  

💡 Quick Fact: Most projects finish in 3–6+ weeks and deliver an average 22% ROI lift compared to DIY furnishing.

Step-by-Step Turnkey Setup Process

1. Consultation & Property Review – Define goals, budget, and package tier.

2. Design Proposal & Revisions – Tailored plans refined per package allowances.

3. Invoice Approval – Furniture costs presented and approved separately.

4. Procurement & Logistics – Orders placed, deliveries coordinated by Bee Setups.

5. Delivery & Assembly – White-glove service for furniture and essentials.

6. Property Handoff – Fully furnished, guest-ready, and optimized for scroll-stopping listings.

Pros & Cons of Separate Fee Model

Pros	Cons
Transparent, predictable breakdown	Two-line invoices vs one lump sum
Avoids percentage-based markups	Furnishings cost varies by property size
Flat design fee stays constant	Higher-tier packages carry higher flat fees
Investor-friendly, ROI-focused	Requires upfront clarity on budget approval

Competitor Context

• Traditional Interior Designers:

  Charge hourly ($150–$300/hr) or large flat design fees ($10k–$25k), plus furniture markups. They focus on aesthetics, not ROI, and often overspend.

  
  

• Somerled Designs:

  $5,000+ per bedroom, long timelines (10+ weeks), hidden costs. Bee Setups is faster and leaner.

  
  

• Funkit Interiors:

  $5,995 per space (furniture not included), or $2,750 DIY. Execution left to the investor. Bee Setups includes end-to-end logistics.

  
  

• ShowplaceHQ:

  $1.50/sq ft design fee + $2–$5/sq ft furniture. Add-ons inflate costs. Bee Setups simplifies with flat packages.

  
  

• STR Cribs:

  Strong brand, but projects often hit $40k–$60k+. Bee Setups delivers STR-specific design at a leaner cost and faster pace.

  
  

Across competitors, complex pricing and slow timelines are common. Bee Setups wins with simple flat fees + furnishings at cost, faster delivery, and ROI-First STR Design.

Case Study: Transparent Pricing in Austin

• Property: 2-bedroom Airbnb

• Package: Essentials

• Flat Fee: $2,500

• Furniture Invoice: $22,000 (approved separately)

• Timeline: 5 weeks to guest-ready

• Result: Investor saved nearly $3,000 versus a competitor’s percentage-based pricing and achieved 18% higher ADR within 60 days.

FAQs

Q1: Is the furnishing fee really separate from the furniture cost?

Yes. Design fees are flat and separate from furniture, décor, and essentials.

Q2: What does the furnishing fee include?

Design, sourcing, revisions, logistics, project management, delivery, assembly, and staging.

Q3: Can I finance both the fee and furniture?

Yes. Financing is available for the entire project (subject to approval).

Q4: Do competitors structure fees differently?

Yes. Many charge hourly, per-room, or percentage markups. Bee Setups uses flat fees + furnishings at cost.

Q5: Does the fee change if I spend more on furniture?

No. The flat fee stays constant regardless of furniture budget.

Final Thoughts

Yes — the Bee Setups furnishing fee is separate from the furniture cost. This separation ensures clarity, prevents inflated markups, and aligns pricing with investor ROI goals. Competitors may rely on layered or percentage-based models, but Bee Setups stands apart with transparent packages, ROI-First STR Design, and a true Turnkey Setup Process.

👉 Ready for a transparent, investor-friendly setup? Explore our turnkey design packages and book a consultation today.