Interior & Exterior Designer - Transform Our Hostel Inside & Out

4.5

(195 reviews)195

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The experience

Transform our hostel's front area, flat hallways, and rooftop into vibrant spaces! Create detailed 3D designs, shopping lists with prices, and bring life to our key areas. You propose timeline and commit to showing work progress. Perfect for designers wanting specific portfolio pieces. Flexible hours, free accommodation. Help us create Instagram-worthy spaces that guests love!

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What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Photography: Take, edit and provide amazing photos.

Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

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What you get

3 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Beginner English

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Design transformation for three specific hostel areas: our front first floor area, hallways on each floor (currently too flat/boring), and rooftop space for socializing and fun activities. You'll create comprehensive design solutions with detailed 3D renderings, complete shopping lists with pricing, and regular progress documentation. Timeline flexibility - you propose realistic schedule based on project scope and commit to showing consistent work progress throughout your stay.

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Activities & Shift

Specific Project Areas (flexible hours, you propose schedule):

FRONT OF HOSTEL AREA around 25 sqm:
- Measure and assess current layout and functionality
- Design welcoming entrance experience with optimal space usage
- Create furniture layout maximizing both comfort and flow

HALLWAYS (2,3,4th floor similar floor plan) around 30sqm:
- Transform flat, boring corridors into lively, engaging spaces
- Design wall treatments, lighting, and decorative elements
- Plan practical solutions that don't obstruct traffic flow

ROOFTOP SPACE around 100 sqm:
- Design vibrant social area for guest activities and relaxation
- Plan weather-appropriate furniture and entertainment zones
- Create Instagram-worthy photo spots and social gathering areas

DELIVERABLES FOR ALL AREAS:
- Professional 3D renderings showing before/after transformations
- Detailed shopping lists with specific items, suppliers, and pricing
- Weekly progress presentations documenting design development process
- Final comprehensive implementation guide with timeline and budget breakdown

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Rules

Project Commitment & Progress Requirements:
- Propose realistic timeline during application (minimum 4 weeks recommended)
- Commit to weekly progress presentations showing design development
- Provide detailed 3D renderings for all three spaces
- Research actual local suppliers and provide real pricing (not estimates)
- Document design process with photos, sketches, and progress updates
- Maintain regular communication about challenges and solutions
- Deliver all final files in editable formats
- Focus on practical, implementable designs within reasonable budgets
- Consider guest safety, local climate, and maintenance requirements
- Complete comprehensive handover with detailed implementation instructions