What Our Readers Say
Domivara is built on the experiences of people living in Swiss apartments across the country — from Basel to Lausanne, Bern to St. Gallen. We are grateful for every reader who takes the time to share what has worked for them. These honest accounts help us refine our guides and remind us why practical, trustworthy content matters. Here is what some of our regular readers have told us.
“I followed Domivara's weekly cleaning plan for a 3.5-room apartment and it genuinely changed how I manage the flat. I went from spending most of Saturday cleaning to having it spread across thirty minutes a day. The room-by-room checklist before my Wohnungsabgabe also meant I got my full deposit back without any disputes. I recommend these guides to everyone I know who rents in Switzerland.”
— Sandra Huber
“As someone who moved from Italy to Zurich, the Swiss tenancy system felt quite unfamiliar at first. Domivara's guide on maintaining your flat in rental condition explained things clearly and without overwhelming detail. The kitchen organisation tips also helped me make sense of my very compact 2-room apartment in Wiedikon. It is one of the few sites I return to regularly for home advice.”
— Luca Ferretti
“The balcony storage guide was exactly what I needed after spending a winter with a cluttered loggia I never used. I followed the recommendations for weatherproof boxes and compact seating and now it has become my favourite part of the flat. The product suggestions were all available at Bauhaus or online in Switzerland, which I appreciated since I did not want to order from abroad. Really practical and well-researched content.”
— Martina Keller
“I had tried several home organisation systems before but always gave up after a few weeks. The Domivara approach is different because it starts small and builds habits gradually rather than demanding a complete overhaul on day one. I started with just the paper filing guide and then worked through the kitchen and wardrobe sections over two months. My flat feels noticeably calmer and I have kept the systems going for over six months now.”
— Thomas Wüthrich
“Living in a studio in Geneva means every square metre has to earn its place. The small space furniture strategies guide pointed me toward a wall-mounted folding desk I would never have found on my own, and the vertical storage ideas for the bathroom have been a revelation. I also appreciated that the eco-friendly cleaning roundup only featured products I can actually buy locally. Domivara feels like advice from someone who genuinely understands Swiss apartment living.”
— Claire Dupont