Over the years, the Airbnb creative team brought some of our favorite stories to life through editorial and conceptual animated and film series. As a lead storyteller on the team, I was responsible for always asking the “what if,” pitching various series, and building strong relationships with hosts and guests around the world. Some of these projects were shot specifically for that piece of content, while many others were pulled from thousands of hours of footage and repackaged for a new concept.
Airbnb Editorial
Host and amateur gardener, Stephen, got a strange request from complete strangers: to host a backyard wedding, dogs and all. He said yes. Then he got to work, transforming his property into a space worthy of celebration.
This short film follows the hustle and intimacy of preparing for something sacred in an unexpected place. Through dirt-streaked hands, a hand-painted altar, and the moment he’s invited to attend, we witness how generosity and care can turn a home into a ceremony, and strangers into family.
Credits
Writer: Michael Smith
Producer: Allison Gay
Filmmaker & Editor: Adam Hobbs
Illustration: Local