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With generous open plan living, a stylish kitchen and 4 spacious bedrooms this G.J. Gardner showhome is filled with charm and character throughout

He wanted a contemporary house with simple detailing, she wanted an informal beach house on the water – both desires were met in this relaxed, light-filled residence where material connections and views to the water are around every corner

Breathtaking views of Lake Taupo and Mt Tauhara are only the beginning with this designer family home by respected homebuilder David Reid Homes

Expat owners return from bustling Hong Kong to a crafted new family home oriented for sun and fun and nestled on their own gently sloping patch of the green, green grass of home

A picture of strength and dignity from the street, this luxury family home opens up at the rear to an outdoor-living area and pool like no other

A rare piece of real estate, great contractors and some fantastic materials from The Tile Depot, come together to create a wonderful family home in east Auckland.

Presenting a sculptural, staggered facade of standing seam zinc panels to the street, this expansive home opens up to embrace nature on the other side

Amongst a raft of green strategies, the architect of this home started with a concrete floor slab that absorbs the sun's rays by day and releases that heat back into the interior by night

Cedar battens predominate on this home's clean-lined exterior but the architect didn't drop the batten there – slatted wood also runs through the interior

With Scandinavian and Japanese influences, this house is designed around a central courtyard for a 'transparency feel'. An important two-word directive that formed part of the brief

The Waitematā design showhome situated in Riverhead, Auckland is a modern four-bedroom family house that feels deeply connected to nature

Three strong gable forms give this home a presence on the land while a vein of stone leads you into and through the home  

So how do you showcase a broad range of elements in one harmonious showhome environment – this user-friendly design achieves just that

Despite its modest footprint on steep topography, this engaging, sustainable family home makes the most of its internal spaces while elegantly framing its spectacular outlooks

Soft-to-the-touch, fingerprint-resistant Italian laminate panels conceal a wealth of functionality in this stand-out kitchen by the sea

Professional designer Shane George creates warm, practical kitchens that are tasteful, not overdone, and won't date in a hurry – and importantly kitchens that are sympathetic to the house style and needs of the owners

Full stories on our three category winners, plus check out the runners-up and all the highly commended entries

Contemporary functionality meets timeless good looks with the colourful stainless steel range cookers by north Italian company Steel

Beauty is not always skin deep. This elegant kitchen by RH Cabinetmakers features high quality materials, precision Austrian-made Blum hardware and custom, hand-crafted construction 

Catch up on the presentation video, plus see more about our three category winners and runners-up, plus all the highly commended entries

This bulkhead does more than just help define a kitchen’s workspace – read the story to find out its other important roles

Nothing gets between the chef and the lush bush outlooks in this kitchen – least of all the induction cooktop

Congratulations to Strachan Group  Architects, winner of TIDA New Zealand Architect-designed Kitchen of the Year. See more of this light-filled kitchen in a new family home

Congratulations to Milvia Hannah of German Kitchens, winner of TIDA New Zealand Imported Kitchen of the Year – a kitchen where the island is a work of art

Fancy a light meal? This crisp, light-filled black and white kitchen doesn't overwhelm spectacular bush views to left and to right

Innovative design and refined construction. These are hallmarks of work by Morgan Cronin, a designer known for quality, award-winning kitchens 

With a restful aesthetic emphasising pale blue and marble, this kitchen connects a classic Victorian interior with a modern reinterpretation at the rear

Check out the gallery of our three category winners and runners-up, plus all the highly commended entries

Not something you see every day, a request for a kitchen in its own dedicated room, with functionality tucked behind black joinery and a stand out Calacatta benchtop. The resulting kitchen also has a look all of its own

Work surface to the left, coffee station to the right and casual seating nook in between. This kitchen makes efficient use of the available space

This finely finished kitchen balances terra black surfaces with natural toned mosaics and the lustre of natural wood. Obstacles within the design were turned into positives.

This kitchen is the feature of the ground floor and at the same time, integrates seamlessly into the open area. 

Endless design possibilities could help to create that kitchen with zest, showcasing the innovations and technology that sets these products apart

With the removal of most walls from original plans, this suite effortlessly flows zone to zone – golden toned accents complement the white and wood aesthetic while the whole design defers to the home's spectacular views

Understated tones meet a colourful feature wall in this modern bathroom that's designed for children but with a touch of grown-up elegance

An Arts and Crafts theme marries this textured, patterned bathroom with its existing heritage building while facilitating an urban family lifestyle 

Storage can be elegant. Every inch of space is efficiently addressed in this individualistic vanity with the inclusion of elegant, rounded corner cabinets

Part of a villa in a room once small, tall and boxy, this bathroom design changes things up, delivering a sense of space and style 

Cool colour tones in this powder room, but the overall feeling is still warm and soft thanks to the feature tactile metallic floral wallpaper 

Material connections create a sense of harmony through your home. This ensuite mosaic feature wall echoes the home’s marble exterior accents

An underutilised space with no existing plumbing, and an angled wall. This was the awkward starting point for this now open, flowing bathroom

A beautiful outlook is matched by a lux bathroom with rich finishes and expansive glazing that invites the outdoors in

Congratulations to the winners and finalists in the 2020 TIDA International Bathroom of the Year – from leading designers in New Zealand, Australia, US and England

A fresh layout with an expanded, double-sink vanity, marble-look surfaces and even a new window and frame all contribute to transforming what was an awkward, poorly functioning space into a flowing, light-filled bathroom

Geometry traditionally belongs in math class, but today it's become a popular term with bathroom designers. Using geometric shapes can create a dynamic space in a home and add personality to your bathroom

This light-filled master suite separates bathroom and dressing room for a hotel spa-like feel. Screened privacy and lush garden outlooks are also both part of the equation

Making the most of its setting, this interior opens up to the outlooks like a viewing platform – light-filled entertaining spaces are the result

How to make the most of your indoor/ outdoor living space – and that view!

An interior makeover blends with the era of the home and avoids fighting with the 1990s home's striking views over Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables

There are many ways to warm up your interior. In this home, a sunken lounge provides cosy seating, while a wood ceiling brings visual warmth

Top tip: use area rugs on your main flooring surface to help define different zones, as with the seating area in this open penthouse apartment

Good sleep is vital to our health, good humour and productivity. However, not everyone slips easily into dreamland. These tips may help

Make sure you get the balance right and keep the design features simple, and you can create an interior with a mix of materials and colours

The house plans for this home included a lot of living space and open areas that gave the interior designers a challenging task but a great opportunity to design and fill the interiors with creative, refined joinery

Antique blue-and-white tiles and a burbling fountain in a sunny courtyard set the scene for this seaside home with a Spanish Colonial in spirit. A neutral palette and natural materials ideally suit the beach house

4 The Kingsway is a neoclassical mid-rise condominium, styled as an iconic Parisian apartment building. These sumptuous interiors include kitchens and bathrooms by Cameo Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry  

An imaginative take on home offices inspired by five of the world’s most influential fashion houses. Would you be able to get any work done?

In this project, an existing master suite was completely transformed. Now, a previously dark rear space is bright and open 

Three families unite to buy a three-storey villa that needed to be reconstructed, with a goal to live there together yet apart. Separate floors and material choices bring individuality

The right lighting can have a powerful impact on your interior design. The sculptural, star-burst lighting pendants in this living space, part of an upmarket lakeside home, were sourced by the owners overseas

While adults might mull over the finer décor points, children just want to say “wow!” Here, a child furniture specialist reflects on some great statement furniture options that will bring your child's room to life.

Actually the addition of an inviting pool was only one aspect of this transformative renovation of a home with its own interesting history

Like this clear glass balustrade, Intergrain UltraDeck Timber Oil and Intergrain UltraDeck Timber Stain provide protection for your wood surfaces

With pristine landscaping, a fully kitted out kitchen, and impressive pizza oven, this outdoor area is so luxurious you still feel like you're inside

Winter's on the doorstep, is your garden ready? Here are steps you can take to prepare outdoor spaces for the wet weather that winter can bring

New spaces add to your home in so many ways. Create your outdoor room with a Louvretec opening roof

There's maximum flexibility from variable weather on this covered terrace, including concertina glass doors that can enclose the space 

How far would you go to assimilate with your surroundings? This building appears to grow out of adjoining parkland

Light, bright and open. Cantilevered ceilings and thoughtfully placed furniture define the outdoor living space of this bayside home

Faced with an incredibly narrow outdoor space, Craig Steere Architects designed an outdoor barbecue area which mirrors the indoor perimeter cabinetry. The cavity slider that doubles as a splashback can even be drawn aside to create a servery window between the indoor and outdoor kitchens.

A pristine heritage frontage and roofline give no hint as to the spectacular changes delivered at the rear of this modern lifestyle renovation

Transforming a traditional 5th Avenue apartment into a modern home, the architect utilised a Hygge-inspired white and blonde wood look

This mid-century brick cottage has been transformed. Discover how the lofty lounge and kitchen space was created by removing the floor above

Black and modern to the left, existing and refreshed to the right. The cladding on this renovation makes a clear distinction between old and new

Making an entrance – this dramatic renovation allows a large manor to be separated into apartments, some requiring an entrance all their own

You’re ready to make your bathroom dream come to life, but to guarantee a stress-free build, planning is everything. These top tips will help 

How do you deal with privacy issues when your home is on a busy street? Fibreglass screens are the solution for the two large new windows on the second floor of this renovated inner-city home

A link between past and present, this renovation and extension is a testament to the owner couple’s dedication to honour the architectural heritage of a quaint cottage by giving it a second life

How does a celebrated architect go about creating his own perfect Manhattan apartment? Alexander Gorlin, of Alexander Gorlin Architects, recognises the good bones of a dated apartment and then brings out its best

Everything in this light, space bringing renovation was bespoke, from the chairs through to the kitchen and stairs. 

There's a lot to consider with home lighting – from design to avoiding glare to incorporating contrast. Not to worry, we've got advice from a lighting professional to guarantee a positive outcome for your interiors