Petter Køltzow

Airbnb Connect

Airbnb Connect

Airbnb Connect

D&AD New Blood Awards competition to create the best new Airbnb service

D&AD New Blood Awards competition to create the best new Airbnb service

D&AD New Blood Awards competition to create the best new Airbnb service

A mockup for iPhone on a table
A mockup for iPhone on a table

My friend and I signed up for a competition because we enjoy having projects to work on in our free time. The fun thing about competitions is that they often allow for a lot of creative freedom since it's not paid work, which makes the process even more enjoyable. In this competition, we were tasked with developing a new service for Airbnb aimed at reaching young, lonely people and helping them feel less isolated.

Client:

D&AD New Blood Awards

My Role:

Service Designer

Year:

2023

Service Provided:

New Digital Service

We chose to name our solution Airbnb Connect. It was designed as a feature in the app to make traveling cheaper and more attractive for young people using Airbnb. The solution works by allowing users to share their dream trips with other young travelers and recruit companions, making it more affordable to split the Airbnb bill while also creating lifelong friendships.