ABOUT
Studio
At Sonya Cotter Design, we craft interiors that balance elegance, comfort, and individuality. With over 20 years of expertise, we partner with discerning clients to shape residences that are timeless in their beauty, meticulously detailed, and deeply attuned to the way life is lived, whether in a city home, coastal retreat, or holiday residence.
Founder & CEO
About Sonya Cotter
Sonya Cotter is an accomplished interior designer and the creative force behind Sonya Cotter Design. With a reputation for crafting refined and enduring interiors, she specialises in residential projects that balance elegance with a deep sense of individuality, ensuring each home reflects the life and style of its owner.
Sonya is passionate about the tactile and sensory aspects of design, the way textures, materials, and finishes bring a space to life. Her approach is both intuitive and exacting, guided by years of expertise and a finely honed design sensibility.
Design Services
Interior Design
With over 20 years of experience, Sonya Cotter Design has created a diverse portfolio of high-end residential interiors, new builds, and extensive renovations across New Zealand and beyond.
As an interior design studio, we place collaboration at the centre of our work, valuing trusted relationships with architects, builders, artisans, and supplier partnerships that bring expertise and craftsmanship to every project.
Guided by Sonya’s creative direction, our close-knit team ensures each design is approached holistically and refined to the highest detail. Every project is thoroughly documented, from interior architecture drawings to detailed imagery, to deliver homes that are timeless, elegant, and deeply attuned to the way people live.
The essential decorative Finishing
Furniture & Styling
Sonya Cotter Design offers curated furniture, styling, and procurement services tailored to each project. From whole-home planning to the selection of individual pieces, materials, and art, we create interiors that feel cohesive, refined, and deeply personal.
Our turn-key service ensures every detail is considered and delivered - from sourcing lighting, rugs, bedding, and décor to designing or customising furniture to suit the interior. Where required, we collaborate with trusted artisans and industry professionals to craft bespoke pieces that elevate the home.
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Contact
Think we might be a good fit for your upcoming interiors project? Reach out — we’d love to talk details and see how we can help.
PHONE
Sonya Cotter : 021 802 587
LOCATIONS
FISHER POINT DRIVE, FREEMANS BAY. AUCKLAND
MATATKANA VALLEY ROAD, MATAKANA