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Light, nature, and water set the stage for this minimalist sculptural new home, which includes two storeys and a full basement 

Nestled on the edge of Lake Taupo, this home makes the most of an unusual shaped section, the warmth of wood and relaxed indoor-outdoor flow

A fairly conservative street presence gives way to playful light- and space-giving architecture at the rear for this dynamic family home

Two cultures come together in this spacious family home – an eclectic mix of West Coast modern living and traditional Chinese decorative elements

This is a home of two halves – one public, one private – the view-centric design also looks to the future with state-of-the-art passive heating

Combining existing spaces and throwing out the bath creates a functional bathroom for three teenage boys featuring a modern twist on a rustic air

Exotic materials and a subtle grey and white palette help transfer a boxy rear space into a contemporary family and entertainer's kitchen

The designer's careful choice of materials, drapery and colours bring these practical yet refined, mixed aesthetic interior spaces to life

For this renovation, transition between refreshed existing home and new extension is achieved through thoughtful material choices and a wrapped round verandah

Renovation of 1930s property's kitchen preserves the home's original character while creating a modern and functional family space 

This reinvented bathroom complements its classic home while adding alluring textural tiles and turning a ceiling anomaly into a feature

This Hawke's Bay garden is inspired by the Spanish style 1950s home it accompanies and offers a restful retreat for the busy homeowners

Sometimes the big picture is central to a kitchen's design – here, adroit planning resulted in a more roomy, functional heart-of-the-home kitchen

The owners wanted an Italian vibe for this serene bathroom – including optimising view through a connecting courtyard complete with lemon tree

Comprehensive renovation transforms an unassuming single-level house into a grand two storey home in the appealing Hamptons style

Curves and skylights in this master suite soften the space – several tricky points were addressed, including avoiding the use of glass

Just like summer bodies are made in the cooler months, so are summer gardens – now is the time to start planning your backyard pool, says Landart director Matt Leacy

This kitchen and adjacent living areas re-imagine the open, friendly and casual pleasure in farmhouse living – sharing time & home cooked food 

A love of heritage and character homes is key for architect Mona Kruse Hurnen, founding director of popular architect firm Callidus Architects

Here are some tips from SA Plumbing Supply on how to fit out an accessible bathroom without it looking like it came from a hospital 

This apartment interior makeover wades into a space-wasting, traditional layout and turns it into a modern, cleverly connected run of rooms

A tired master suite is rearranged and reinvented – providing a flowing retreat including bedroom, ensuite, walk-in robes and reading nook

Dark colours to suit his taste meets classic and elegant touches to suit her taste – this kitchen is a meeting of the predilections of its owners

Lead designer at Akzente Lara Farmilo shares insights on what's in and what's coming, referencing leading German architectural kitchen company Poggenpohl