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Matriarch Design + Build

Overview

Matriarch Co., operating as Matriarch Design + Build, is a Filipina-owned design practice founded in 2019 in Metro Manila. Originally a local design and construction firm, Matriarch evolved into a remote Airbnb & Real Estate Design Studio. The studio now serves global clients.

Each project focuses on thoughtful, market-ready design without the cost or complexity of on-site construction.

Wabi-sabi living room by Airbnb & Real Estate Design Studio with natural materials, textured walls, minimalist furniture.

Airbnb & Real Estate Design Studio for Global Property Owners and Realtors

Remote-First,
Globally Aligned

Reliable collaboration with international teams, delivering detail-focused design support that meets global standards.

Design with
Intention

Blending aesthetics and function to create calm, purposeful spaces tailored to how people live, stay, and experience design.

Smart Value,
Premium Results

Based in the Philippines, our remote model offers competitive, ROI-focused pricing without compromising quality, transparency, or communication.

Selective
Local Projects

Local projects are occasionally accepted when they align with our values, creative direction, and capacity to deliver our best work. If it fits, we’re in.

How Can We Help You?

As an Airbnb & Real Estate Design Studio, we create spaces that elevate property listings and improve bookings.

Visual Refresh Kit

Starting at $$$ USD

Streamlined design solution for compact rentals and new hosts seeking a polished, guest-ready upgrade with strong visual impact on a budget.

Design Intervention

(Most Popular)

Starting at $$$ USD

Comprehensive redesign for hosts elevating their space with purpose-driven, guest-centric design, from concept through execution strategy.

Airbnb Brand & Style Kit

Starting at $$$ USD

Full-scale design package for premium hosts, realtors, and developers needing cohesive visual identity and standout presentation for high-value homes.

Our Client Fit Process

Because every project receives focused creative attention, we selectively accept projects aligned with our expertise, timelines, and working style. Our process is designed to ensure strong alignment before any project begins.

All projects begin with a Design Questionnaire. This helps us understand:

✔ Property Type and Location

✔ Details of Rooms/Spaces

✔ Project Goals and Intended Market

✔ Design Expectations and Aesthetic Direction

✔ Estimated Investment Range

✔Timeline Readiness

✔ Decision-Making Structure

 

Answers to the Design Questionnaire are reviewed before scheduling any consultation or strategy session. At this stage, we determine whether the project aligns with our current capacity, expertise, and creative direction. We prioritize clients who value thoughtful design, efficient communication, and long-term property positioning over rushed or purely price-driven decisions.

This session is intended for serious project planning and may include:

✔ Architectural SWOT Analysis

✔ Design Direction Assessment

✔ Guest or Buyer Positioning

✔ Space Optimization Recommendations

✔ Visual and Branding Direction

✔ Scope Alignment and Feasibility Discussion

 

This ensures all creative and strategic discussions are intentional, structured, and actionable.

Following the strategy session, qualified clients receive a tailored proposal outlining:

✔ Recommended Service Scope

✔ Estimated Timeline

✔ Investment Range

✔ Deliverables

✔ Collaboration Structure

 

Projects move forward only after, Scope Approval, Signed Contract and Down Payment. This allows the project to begin with clear expectations, aligned communication, and defined objectives.

Once onboarding is complete, the creative process begins. Depending on the selected scope, project development may include:

✔ Space Planning

✔ Mood Boards and Concept Direction

✔ Material and Furnishing Specifications

✔ 3D Architectural Visualization

✔ Listing-Focused Styling Recommendations

✔ Brand-Aligned Visual Systems

 

Each phase is intentionally structured to maintain clarity, efficiency, and strong creative direction.

Final deliverables are organized into a streamlined digital handover package for implementation. Depending on project scope, this may include:

✔ Architectural Blueprints

✔ Structural Blueprints

✔ Electrical Blueprints

✔ Plumbing Blueprints

✔ Mechanical Blueprints

✔ Design Presentation Boards

✔ Photorealistic Rendered Perspectives

✔ Photorealistic Architectural Animation

✔ Listing-Ready Visual Assets

✔ General Construction (for select local clients)

 

Implementation guidance may also be provided remotely depending on project requirements.

Ready to bring your vision to life? Start here.

Design Questionnaire

Thank you very much for the opportunity to serve you!