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Interior of a living room with a gallery wall containing colorful paintings, a gold-framed mirror, and a black hat. There is a wooden chair with a fluffy white throw, and a sofa with plaid pillows. A wooden table with a decorative bowl is in the foreground.
A young woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a maroon sweater sitting indoors near a framed nature landscape photo.

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.

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What Buyers Really Notice: A Conversation With Harcourts Real Estate Agent Terri Gough
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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.

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