About.
KaidCo is a creative development studio at the intersection
of hospitality, culture, design, & investment. Founded by Kylie Burton, KaidCo works with investors, developers & asset owners to reimagine underperforming or overlooked properties, turning them into destinations that inspire belonging, elevate neighbourhoods, & deliver premium returns.
what we do
from concept to completion,
we deliver lasting value.
We partner with asset owners, developers, & investors to unlock hidden potential, reposition assets, & deliver environments where people connect, belong, & thrive.
Every concept is rigorously vetted through:
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Comprehensive feasibility & benchmarking.
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Development & operating plans that unify vision & execution.
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Strategic alignment of stakeholders for long-term success.
Our work is defined by a rare balance of strategic insight, operational rigour, & creative thought leadership.
ETHOS
creating assets
that inspire & endure.
Our work is guided by a clear philosophy — that spaces hold the power to shape culture & create value. To that end, every project we take on is anchored in values that matter as much to our partners as they do to us:
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Creativity — Differentiated ideas that transform overlooked assets into cultural anchors.
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Stewardship — Responsible use of capital & care for the people & places we touch.
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Integrity — Transparent partnerships built on trust & accountability.
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Resilience — Strategies designed for enduring performance in changing markets.
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Impact — Spaces that enrich communities & elevate investments.
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIST | CREATIVE DIRECTOR
bridging creativity &
strategic objectives.
Kylie’s work has earned industry acclaim, with one of her boutique hotels named in Condé Nast’s Top 10 & recognized by Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky as “setting the example for a new generation of boutique hotels.”
What sets Kylie apart is her ability to balance vision & execution. She bridges creative hospitality, industry insight, design, marketing & brand strategy with the rigour of feasibility, financial modelling, & business operational planning.
This holistic approach allows her to lead teams & advise ownership & key stakeholders from early concept through to design, development, build-out, & operations — ensuring innovation & enduring performance.
how she works
balancing performance & vision to unlock potential.
Kylie’s project leadership is defined by a blend of creative insight, strategic judgment, deep industry knowledge, & meticulous attention to detail. This enables her to holistically guide projects with clarity & purpose, aligning team & stakeholder interests, de-risking initiatives & safeguarding project integrity, while:
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Identifying untapped potential in assets & markets.
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Bringing cohesion & unity to complex development teams & ownership groups.
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Balancing design vision with financial & operational performance.
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Anticipating market shifts to future-proof investments.
For investors & landlords, Kylie is more than a creative partner; she is a trusted steward of capital, culture, & community.
Kylie is an Australian by origin, living a transpacific life with her adopted homeland in North America. She is driven to create a sense of home & hospitality—not only within the communities she shapes, but a connected ecosystem across the Pacific.
Growing up amid the idyllic coastal landscapes of Australia, Kylie draws inspiration from nature, human connection, & the rhythm of life by the sea, infusing each project with a sense of place, warmth, & purpose.