How I Built This with Guy Raz

Airbnb: Joe Gebbia

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Oct 17, 2016
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ANECDOTE

The Stranger on the Air Mattress

  • Joe Gebbia once let a stranger sleep on an air mattress in his living room.
  • This experience sparked the idea for Airbnb.
ANECDOTE

Air Bed and Breakfast is Born

  • Faced with a rent increase, Joe and Brian decided to rent out air mattresses in their apartment.
  • They created a simple website called "Air Bed and Breakfast" for a design conference.
INSIGHT

Beyond the Conference

  • After hosting their first guests, Joe and Brian realized the potential of sharing experiences.
  • They envisioned a platform enabling others to host and showcase their cities.
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