Airbnb wants more unique stays — and it’s ready to foot the bill to make your crazy, out-of-this-world idea a reality.
INDIANAPOLIS — From UFOs to giant potatoes, Airbnb has no shortage of unique stays. But, they want more and they’re willing to pay the bill to make your crazy Airbnb idea a reality.
Have you dreamed of turning that old military bunker in your backyard into a underground house? Or create a off-grid dome which allows an unparalleled observation of the stars? Maybe you want to build a fairy tale escape in a giant seashell unicorn?
Whatever your idea, Airbnb wants you to share it with them.
The company opened applications on Monday for its $10 million OH MY GOD! Funds.
One hundred people with the most unique and offbeat ideas will be selected to receive $100,000 each to make their creations possible and ultimately bookable.
Homes will be listed under Airbnb OH MY GOD! category lists. Over 30,000 unique listings around the world were added to Airbnb in 2021 and OMG! The category presents the craziest of them.
GALLERY: Unique and quirky homes on Airbnb
Homes in this category are found across the country and around the world. Right here in Indiana, the most sought after single property is the Grain Silo Retreat in Ligonier.
Last year, hosts with unique properties in Indiana earned over $2.5 million, an increase of over 160% from 2019.
If you are a current or aspiring designer, do-it-yourselfer, architect, or just have a great idea and want to apply, you can do so at Airbnb’s website.
Ideas will be judged by a panel of experts for their originality, feasibility, the experience the space will provide to customers and their sustainability.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 22.
The top 100 ideas will be selected by the jury and announced this fall.
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