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With strong, simple stone and burnt wood cladding, a stepped layout and stand-out design moments, this home combines functionality with flair

The perfect location, close to the beach, but the run-down cottage had to go – in its place, a warm home, with great flow and high studs, created by Box™

This bold v-shaped home has two pavilions – one public, clad in steel, and the other private, clad in plaster – offering soaring interiors and grandstand outlooks

Style, health, and sheer convenience are three great reasons to consider an in-bench water system – Merquip has several standout options

This mountain home is comprised of two barn-like structures, built by a barn maker, while indoors rustic finishes are accompanied by artworks

The latest GJ Gardner showhome offers the best of everything – it joins a fan of available designs, accessible by a simple, rewarding process

With a hidden bridge approach, enclosing wings and sculptural interior features, this home creates a world of interest and privacy for its owners

When you build with Fowler Homes, you work directly with the owners and their project management teams – here is a general guide on what to expect

The vision was to keep the house unassuming and receptive to its environment – a place to engage with the landscape, native flora and fauna, the sky and ocean

Enveloped in smooth-to-the-touch white leathered granite and with a timber-lined 'cloud' overhead, the island in this scenic kitchen takes centre stage

Alluring, glamorous and able to be used by both owners at the same time – from these humble brief points has an elegant bathroom grown

Charmed by the typology of the A-frame cottage, the new owners of this 1950s property aspired to revitalise the cottage into a 21st century home

Why waste good living space on your car? This astute interior design has transformed a tired garage into a colourful dual-use study and guest bedroom

Decks come in all shapes, materials and aesthetics – a deck is not an afterthought, it's the cheapest way to add floorspace while facilitating that all-important indoor-outdoor flow

Textured finger tiles, gunmetal tap finishes and reeded shower glass are just some detail flourishes that give this family bathroom a dramatic presence

Part of a home seen on television show Moving Houses, this kitchen's bespoke cabinetry aligns with the character of a bygone era

Your bin is the most used appliance in your home – to make sure you choose wisely, Hideaway Bins offers some pointers on choosing the right waste/recycle system 

JMAC Architecture: “These townhouses are an exploration in a genre of building that is a direct response to redefining the expectations of medium density housing”

Kitchen design is far from a black and white world, as these colourful TIDA 2023 kitchen entries reflect – spoiler: greens are always welcome in the kitchen

For the refreshing renovation for this home, the architect went back to the source – utilising alternative original blueprints to follow through on the initial design intent

The brief was for a design that accentuated the family’s love of swimming and spending time together in their garden – scale and balance were key

Choice of tile on floors and walls ups the design ante on this bathroom, creating an earthy theme that connects to the forest area outside

This kitchen melds with its wider environment while downplaying its functionality – a generous island with cantilever provides a social hub 

If you don't feel like a star in this ensuite then there's something wrong – a pedestal tub, starburst chandelier and marble surfaces each play their part

Continuity in finishes contributes to the cohesion of this pleasing landscape renovation which also complements the home, new pool included

Juggled spaces provide room for this master ensuite's double shower and free standing tub – the design reflects the home's classic architecture

This apartment's interior design stands out for a dramatic curation of iconic and experimental design pieces from Brazilian and international designers

Three top architects and designers reveal what they consider the best things to prioritise with your renovation budget – spoiler: it's not all about kitchens