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THE COSY NOTES
I’m Dominey, based on the Matakana Coast in New Zealand, sharing spaces with soul, boutique stays, coastal living, and behind-the-scenes notes from my creative home and design projects. This space is about slowing down, noticing the details, and creating a life that feels joyful.
Should You Paint Your House Yourself or Hire Professionals? Q&A with Better House Painters
House painting is one of those home renovation tasks many people assume they can tackle themselves. And technically, they can. But as many DIY-ers quickly discover, the difference lies in the application and the final finish.
What Buyers Really Notice: A Conversation With Harcourts Real Estate Agent Terri Gough
Selling a home is more than just a transaction; it is a deeply personal experience shaped by memories, hopes, and quiet emotional undercurrents that make a place feel like home. When it comes time to sell, homeowners and real estate agents face a surprisingly vulnerable task: stepping outside their attachment to view the space through the eyes of a stranger.
January Finds and Hitting Pause Before Checking Out
As a self-confessed collect-aholic (okay, fine, shoppaholic), I’ve been trying very hard to be more mindful of my consumption and spending habits.
What a Difference a Custom Bookcase Makes
Our living room design once felt incomplete, with wide bare walls and a low ceiling that made the space feel boxed in and uninspiring. The lack of architectural detail and interior design elements left the room visually flat, dull, and far from inviting.