At Wild Birch Design, design is more than a service—it’s an invitation to create meaningful connections. With over 15 years of expertise in interior and landscape design, and a background in hospitality, vacation and hotel stays, and weddings/events, Kate draws inspiration from resources like Will Guidara's Unreasonable Hospitality and Priya Parker's The Art of Gathering and her deeply aware and sensitive nature to craft spaces that are intentional, personal, and deeply memorable. Whether you're in the vacation rental, hospitality, or event venue industry, the goal is the same: to treat every guest as not just a customer, but a cherished participant in a thoughtfully curated experience just for them.
Our design and consulting approach intertwines these principles with a focus on creating spaces that leave a lasting impact, providing an opportunity for guests to feel both welcomed, safe and deeply connected to the environment around them.

The impact of Intentional Spaces
In The Art of Gathering, Parker emphasizes the importance of designing experiences with purpose, from the moment someone enters a space to the memories they carry with them afterward. At Wild Birch Design, we weave this intentionality into every element of your property or venue.
Vacation Rentals and Hotels: Creating spaces that balance comfort and aspiration. Each design choice—from the bedding to the lighting—invites guests to relax and rejuvenate while providing an experience that feels special and unique. Thoughtful touches like signature amenities ensure guests feel cared for from the start.
Restaurants: Designing interiors and landscapes of all shapes and sizes that do more than seat diners—they create an atmosphere of connection and curiosity. Entryways, gathering spaces, bathrooms, seating layouts, FOH function, lighting, place settings and glassware, all come together with an interwoven story to foster a sense of belonging while elevating the overall experience.
Event Venues: Interior and exterior, we are passionate about intentional amenities and layouts that blend “wow moments” with functionality and sustainable maintenance ensuring each gathering is not only beautiful but also effortless for everyone involved.
Blurring the Line Between Home and Hospitality
Modern guests seek spaces that feel welcoming, yet refined. Our approach ensures that every venue we design blends the emotional warmth of home with the sophistication of hospitality.
Vacation Rentals and Hotels: Thoughtful, multi-functional spaces and amenities like like cozy reading nooks and coffee bars to theater and games rooms , spa-inspired bathrooms, exterior saunas, cold plunges and outdoor kitchens. Guest want to experience more than their everyday. They also want to feel take care. We dial in down to the smaller lifts like curated welcome baskets and highly curated guest guides all create an experience that feels both personal and elevated.
Restaurants: Warm yet distinguished interiors that invite diners to linger, outdoor spaces that welcome guests engaging the senses, gathering guests for branded experiences paired with personalized touches like parting gifts or beautifully designed to-go items.
Event Venues: Flexible encompassing interiors and lush outdoor rooms that can transform from intimate elopements to large celebrations, creating a sense of wonder and support making every couple feel at home in your space.
Guest Experiences Rooted in Storytelling

At Wild Birch Design we emphasize the role of storytelling in creating unforgettable experiences. We believe spaces should tell your story and invite guests to become part of it. The ROI is exponential.
Vacation Rentals and Hotels: We design spaces that celebrate local culture, history, and identity. This could mean incorporating design elements inspired by the landscape or partnering with local artisans to provide shoppable moments or amenities guests wish they had like spa like landscapes with saunas, cold plunges and outdoor kitchens.
Restaurants: Your entry, your menus, spaces to dine and gather are all extensions of your brand narrative—like showcasing local ingredients or creating Instagram-worthy elements that reflect your vision.
Event Venues: Versatile spaces that allow couples to customize their events while maintaining your venue’s signature style. Permanent photo backdrops or interior design that nods to your venue’s history ensure every photo tells a story.
Experiences That Build Loyalty
A hallmark of Wild Birch Design is delivering “wow” moments—unexpected touches that make guests feel truly cared for. We help you integrate these touches into your spaces and services, fostering brand loyalty while enhancing the guest experience.
Vacation Rentals and Hotels: Welcome baskets tailored to your guest demographic, “forgot something?” kits in every bathroom, or the ability for guests to purchase items they loved during their stay, delivered directly to their homes without becoming a retailer.
Restaurants: Partnering with local makers for custom lighting and furnishings, to offer branded take-home items like signature spice blends or hand-thrown ceramic plates like the ones on their table. Adding small touches like local bud vases of fresh local flowers in the bathroom, custom postcards or stickers in the billfold ensures your brand stays top of mind.
Event Venues: Providing curated gift boxes for the couple and wedding party featuring local products, or offering unique keepsakes for every guest, such as postcards designed by local artists.

ROI Through Exceptional Hospitality
Beyond the emotional impact, investing in intentional design and guest experiences has measurable returns. According to a 2023 Skift report, businesses that prioritize personalized guest experiences see a 25% increase in repeat customers and a 20% boost in revenue per guest. By designing spaces and services that inspire loyalty, you’re not just creating memories—you’re building long-term profitability.
The Wild Birch Vision: More Than Spaces, Unforgettable Moments
At Wild Birch Design, we see our role as more than designing spaces; we help you craft moments of connection, joy, and meaning. By combining experience, evidence and the principles of Unreasonable Hospitality, The Art of Gathering, our immersive environments, build experiences that leave guests feeling valued and inspired.
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