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Cozie’s top five

facelift tips

for your home

INTERIOR DESIGN

SMALL CHANGES
‘Throw’ cushions are the finishing touch to any space, while lamps
with big bases also help elevate the rest of the room. Every room
of your house also needs artwork, without exception. The bigger
the better, but it doesn’t need to be expensive. Stretch wallpaper or
fabric over canvas can add colour and character.
Don’t be afraid to go bold in a neutral space but keep it simple if
there’s already vibrant prints and patterns.

IN PROFILE
COZIE HOMES

After gaining his real estate
licence, Thomas Railton
developed his Airbnb business
to offer styling, marketing and
management services to others
in the short-term rental market.
Cozie Homes helps people
maximise their holiday homes
through interior design
consultation with partners Deja
Vu Designs, multi-platform listing
and professional photography.
Cozie Homes also takes care CLEVER SPACES
of the small things like guest If you have a slightly awkward spot in your home,
greeting, welcome baskets, make it a feature. Add a chair and side table to make
tourist guides, laundry and a little reading nook, or turn the space under your
cleaning. The wide range of stairs into a craft room for the kids. Accentuating tall
services are informed by Tom’s ceilings with feature tiles or paper on one wall can
background in international make a small space seem larger and add personality.
hospitality and tourism, as well
as he and his team’s passion for
inviting and innovative properties.

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