I chose to stay at Dylan's because it was in a great location (a 10-15 minute walk from the Oregon Convention Centre), and the place looked beautiful. I have not stayed in a "shared space" before, but his loft is essentially like having your own little apartment with a private (beautiful) bathroom and a fridge, coffee maker, kettle, microwave etc. For those who are ultra- private, it is an older home so you do hear when people are home, but noise was never an issue. Dylan was a great and considerate host, he is obviously very thoughtful and includes many little extras in the space, such as a cupboard full of extra toiletries in case you forgot something and a selection of loose leaf teas. This is one of the better places I have stayed through airbnb and will definitely be looking him up again on my next trip to Portland.