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This design offers drama – glass bridge and braille wall included – while closely responding to the owners' perceived responsibility as stewards and protectors of the environment

This Waiheke Island home opens up to its environment – window/door systems from Altus boasted the strength and weather performance to match the beautiful coastal setting

Private from the street, this gabled, board-and-batten 'New Zealand home' pivots around a central courtyard complete with mature Ginkgo tree

Discover the century-long story of Fletcher Steel, from its humble beginnings to becoming a leader in steel solutions for buildings and infrastructure

This sustainable home with operable facade and central spiral staircase realises the owners' longstanding retirement plan to downsize into their own backyard

This home, by Box, appears small and bijou from the street but beyond the front door opens up to spectacular views of aqua sea and cliffs

New Zealanders are all about indoor-outdoor living and G.J. Gardner's designs celebrate that – these great spaces are welcoming even in cooler weather

Thanks to Linda Simons, Robin Tan, Natalie Du Bois and Mick de Giulio – our guest judges for the 2024 TIDA International awards

Bold tones, natural finishes and just a hint of semi-industrial elan all recommend this kitchen with dramatic views of the Queenstown scenery

Why have just the one kitchen island when another ancillary island nearby splits the workload and keeps guests out from under the chef's feet

Wood-look and white finishes combine in this natural-look family and entertainers kitchen that captures the vibe of the coastal outlook it opens up to 

Dramatic black cabinetry is matched with marble-look ceramic tiles in this now well-connected kitchen complete with hidden scullery and verdant outlook

Forming part of a beach house, this bathroom draws on beachy-toned elements – the result is a laid-back feel that connects with the wider home

Faced with a modest space, this Airbnb apartment bathroom creates easy circulation, restful tones and a nod to the wider Art Deco aesthetic

Great looks are matched with multi-user functionality in this family bathroom – select materials and textures bring a serene aesthetic

Here, a bathroom renovation maximises space and light with a new layout, skylight, and calming coastal colours

Deep, moody tones and sculptural, textured shapes, punctuated by richly veined marble elements, define the spaces of this Brooklyn, New York townhouse

This interiors project considered design over conspicuous style while retaining its rich existing Edwardian features – the result is a home renewed

Two major plusses of the right pool cover are trapping heat for energy savings and locking in water safety – here experts Covers 4 Pools NZ outlines two of the company's most popular products

Don't just look out on unused lawn space – erect a deck! Here are some examples of how a not-so-humble outdoor platform can add character as well as broad functionality to your home

Landscape designer: 'The existing Murraya hedge surrounding the back yard was the perfect backdrop for an exciting new plant palette' –  always play your hero elements off their background 

The cost of a spa is only half the picture – what does it cost to run? Here, HotSpring provides an experienced word up on what to look for and what to avoid

Clean-lined landscape design blends seamlessly with modern architecture – outdoor entertaining, lush plantings, and thoughtful details create a serene retreat

Beyond the historic facade, a modernising renovation delivers spacious living and a pool beyond – internal courtyards bring light, while a glass corridor leads to a new grandparent retreat at back

For this Mid-century home, the owners kept the best and expanded the rest – everything from raising the roof to combining spaces to opening up indoor-outdoor connections contributed