Trade skills, not cash. Build a Village.
Villa is an invite-only, swipe-based app launching in NYC in 2026 where people trade skills and services locally. Users match based on what they offer and need, creating trust-driven exchanges and a modern version of a village in the city.
Coming soon.
The problem
We’re tired of consuming, transactions, and being priced out.
We’re ready to take control of our abilities, our labor, and our time.
We want to build community but group chats and favors don’t scale.
We have amazing skills, but no easy way to trade them.
The idea
Villa is an app that helps you exchange skills and services with others.
You offer what you can do, request what you want, and match with people nearby.
Some examples of trades are:
Hair ↔ Photos
Tutoring ↔ Furniture building
Yoga classes ↔ Clothing alterations
Get started with 3 easy steps
Create a profile
Share what you offer and what you are looking for.Match locally
Find people nearby with aligned needs.Trade directly
Chat, agree on terms, and exchange.
Who it's for
Villa is for:
People who like trading skills
Creatives, freelancers, doers
Folks who value mutual respect
Villa is not for:
Anonymous transactions
One-sided labor
Selling goods, dating, or promoting
Showcase your work, style, and boundaries
Trade safely and build your village
Questions? Email us at:
info@villatheapp.com