STAYING COSY
The Wholesome Way of
⬩Where slow living meets the art of home.⬩
The best of both worlds, right at your fingertips.
On one hand, there is our primal need for shelter — rooted in nature and guided by our intuition. On the other, our modern wisdom — using thoughtful solutions to lighten our footprint and help us live more mindfully.
Woven through it all? Beautiful design and sustainable ideas that bring it all together.
“A decade into my design journey, I am raising my family in our lovely, healthy eco-home.
Our walls are plastered with clay from the garden soil, and fresh air moves through the house constantly — silent and invisible. When winter sets in, I’d rather bake a cake to warm the house than turn up the dial. Outside the window, the scent of herbs and the deep hues of perennial flower beds complete the picture.
This is the reality I once imagined. Now, I’d love to help you create yours.”
Jana van Niekerk
- founder of Staying Cosy -
Clutter isn’t just a visual mess — it steals our time, focus, and mental energy. Discover how intentional decluttering, practical systems, and valuing what we already have can create a calmer, more meaningful life.
Lighting that does more than glow — sculptural lamps turn your rooms into galleries, blend artistry with function, and invite you to slow down and enjoy the atmosphere.
Black mould in your bathroom again? It keeps coming back for a reason. From hidden moisture to poor airflow, understanding the cause is key to stopping it for good.
Freshen up your home naturally! Explore 7 easy air-purifying plants that clean the air, boost your mood, and bring greenery into every corner.
Bring mocha tones into your cosy Christmas home with natural decorations, DIY touches, and layered browns for a grounded festive vibe.
A year ago, we gave ourselves an interior Christmas gift — a sustainable living room refresh. By reusing furniture and making thoughtful swaps, we slowly shaped a healthier, more mindful home.
From weekday dinners to festive feasts, explore dining tables that stand the test of time and make every gathering feel special.
Simplify prep, decorate sustainably, enjoy rituals, and create an eco-friendly season full of joy with my holistic guide to a thoughtful Christmas planning.
How big should your ideal home be? When you imagine the perfect home size, is it a spacious house with a backyard for summer barbecues, or a cosy apartment where every nook has a purpose?
Have you got a favourite colour you totally love? Let me show you how you can use it in your home like a pro and breathe new life into even the plainest room.
The fresh new paint, that beautiful new sofa—do we really know what they’re made of? If you live in a world of blissful oblivion this might be your red pill.
We intuitively create paths whenever we choose to step off the paved road—not to rebel, but just because it feels right. We follow our instincts, our rhythm… or maybe just the sun on the quickest way home.
A little kitchen, a lot of charm. The question is: can we create a functional and spacious kitchen even in limited square meters and on a modest budget? You bet you can!
Not only world-famous artists deserve to have their work framed—our kids' masterpieces are just as precious. Personally, my children are my favorite artists in the world!
Every year, the same story repeats itself—my window-cleaning dilemma creeps in from behind my dirty window panes.
Building your own home can be a life-changing experience. There’s something deeply primal about owning a piece of land—somewhere you can shape, nurture, and grow with.
Okay, so here is the thing. I’ve always been a huge fan of fireplaces. The calm crackling of the flames creates a serene backdrop while the dancing glow promotes feelings of relaxation and tranquillity.
Feeling that dull and monotonous pace recently? Grey wintery views and the same old bedding you haven’t changed since Christmas?
Since we finally decided to get a new set of plates and cutlery as a present for Christmas, we realised our kitchen drawers desperately needed tiding and reorganising.


Learn how interior lighting affects mood and comfort. Discover warmth, brightness, and layered lighting to create cosy, functional spaces every hour of the day.