In terms of paint color- I tend to choose paints last based on the rest of the architectural finishes. 

I still run an architecture firm here in Tampa, Fl. 

If the STR is “turnkey” already meaning any structural or architectural renovations are done, there’s generally 3 phases that need to happen to have a STR listing and hosting ready. #1 the design work - that can be done virtually (pretty standard in the design and arch world.)#2 the procurement- research, purchase, tracking, delivery and receiving of product (can be done virtually as well) #3 the physical installment- this is where clients can save the most $$$ by doing this themselves.

If start wanting to reframed walls or rooms you’ll need architectural plans.

-I bought a house with a capital partner in River Forest, IL for $305k (PP included architectural plans).

Link- https://www.pardeehomes.com/inland-empire/westlake/Land / City Analysis : Zoning : R-1 Single Family Residential District Geo-technical Engineer - Identified Granitic Bedrock in the surrounding AreaSewer Tap fee = $52,000Water Tap Fee = $17,500Real Estate Agent broker fee = $24,000Building Permits = $4,392Design Review Committee = N/A  ( Not Required )Pro Forma Projected profit = $76,933 (24%)Architectural Rendering Apparently, Bigger Pockets won't let me attach more than one image, So I will try to attach my Pro Forma along with my Floor plans. 

Get architectural plans and have him bid THOSE plans (and maybe even get a 2nd bid) and get the AIA Stipulated Sum Contract not his contract / don’t sign his proposal, include material finishes & allowances.

If you have a historical home in a historical district, be prepared to deal with the Architectural Review Board and its extra requirements.  

I was busy across the pond surrounded by Gothic Architecture, tea and crumpets, and libraries when I should have been here!

There is something to great architecture that we can all appreciate though.