Trends 41-03

Aesthetics, day-to-day functionality, energy conservation and the quality of interior environment are all closely considered in this indoor-outdoor family home

A dramatic Queenstown home, 90% clad in glass, makes the most of its mountain outlooks and keeps things snug thanks to ultra high spec window/door systems from Altus, fabricated and installed by Vistalite Otago  

With strong material elements indoors and out – think board formed concrete walls and a hot rolled steel interior feature – this home also celebrates blending indoor and outdoor living, courtesy of giant stacking doors

This inviting showhome by G.J. Gardner has a feel-good vibe with wood floors, warm tones, and character cladding – separate living and family spaces, an hotel-like master ensuite, and stand-out contemporary kitchen all feature

This new home, by Design Builders Wellington, boasts bush outlooks on three sides – Nebulite Wellington introduced advanced window/door systems from Altus that make the most of the setting and the sunshine

This reinvented home, by Buildology, offers a serene escape in the heart of the city – privacy from the street, luxurious interiors and a sense of lightness and tranquility result

On the street side, this home honours a 1940s cottage once on the site – but at the rear, it's all change for contemporary looks and living

A landscape courtyard pushes into this sculptural home, interrupting the open-concept interior plan and visually separating private spaces from public areas

Summer is all about getting outside and soaking up the good vibes and sunshine – luckily home builder expert G.J. Gardner has you covered, as these showhomes with private, sheltered outdoor living areas attest

This award-winning home boasts exceptional window and door integration – Euroslider and Eurostacker door systems from Altus make for dramatic outlooks and seamless detailing

The reorientation of this new home from the existing house on the site brought a wealth of advantages, including allowing for full engagement with the northern sun and the achievement of much needed privacy

With a flowing floorplan that supports both connection and privacy, this G.J. Gardner showhome offers a relaxed family lifestyle – natural colours and appealing textures run through the light-filled interior

Outstanding home design from around the world in the Trends International Design Awards Home of the Year. Check out the Winners, Runners-up and all the Finalists

Step into a generous, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen volume under a soaring gabled roof – then there's the master wing and guest wing – this home expands into its rural setting

This country-look, quiet toned kitchen boasts refined timber joinery complete with a double door to the rear scullery that hides in plain sight 

Tasmanian oak veneer joinery, offset with shaker cabinet doors, complements this kitchen's feature Aquila marble surfaces – finishes flow through to the well-appointed butler's pantry 

Check out the gallery of 2025 TIDA Australia Kitchens winners, runners-up and highly commended entries

Congratulations to Tammy Miconi of Lot 1 Design, winner of the 2025 TIDA Australia Designer Kitchen of the Year – a new take on a country kitchen

Congratulations to Mcmahon and Nerlich wins 2025 TIDA Australia Architect Kitchen, designed with entertaining in mind

Congratulations to Rachel Freeman of Pepper Design, winner of the 2025 TIDA Australia Imported Kitchen of the Year – a statement kitchen in an expansive penthouse

Check out the gallery of 2025 TIDA New Zealand Kitchens winners, runners-up and highly commended entries

Congratulations to Green Homes and Forager Studio, winners of 2025 TIDA New Zealand Group Home Builder Kitchen with a fresh approach to showhome design

Congratulations to Rogan Nash Architects, winner of the 2025 TIDA New Zealand Architect-designed Kitchen for a kitchen with a sunny disposition

Congratulations to Damian Hannah of German Kitchens winner of 2025 TIDA New Zealand Imported Kitchen – a design in keeping with its home's heritage

Congratulations to Celia Visser of Celia Visser Design, winner of 2025 TIDA New Zealand Designer Kitchen – two kitchens in one

Textured finishes create design presence for this kitchen boasting island seating, savvy appliance locations, a bar area, and well-planned storage 

Clean lines, integrated appliances and dark joinery; gold accents, stone benchtops, a wealth of seating, and the list goes on – this pared back kitchen also reflects an emphasis on sustainability

The best in kitchen design from around the world taking top honours in the 2024 Trends International Design Awards Kitchen of the Year

Here, ripple-textured tiles backdrop a freestanding tub, stand-out black double vanity and shower, while custom mirrors reflect the drama

In tune with the calm, pared back feel of the wider home, this main bathroom delivers a relaxing 'bath house' vibe where the stonework and dramatic tub take centre stage 

An industrial-inspired colour and material palette give this master ensuite an immersive presence – a dramatic vanity also makes its presence felt

New or renovated bathroom on the way? Our choice of basin types the look of our bathroom – and its functionality – here are five bathroom basin types to get you thinking about your sinking

 This bathroom features an elevated freestanding bathtub with integrated lighting used to dramatic effect – lighting plays a key role in other areas, too

A basement bathroom with no opportunity for under-floor plumbing, limited available space and no windows – going lighter would have been an option, but here a more innovative approach was taken

Award-winning ensuites, master suites and powder rooms in the 2024 Trends International Design Awards Bathroom of the Year               

Relaxing tones, a splash-all-you-want wet zone, steam extraction, multiple shower configurations and even a music speaker – this bathroom is all about childhood bathing fun

Innovative design meets high-end living considerations in this 80th-floor penthouse transformation – resulting in a warm, texture-rich haven amongst the clouds

So, what is dopamine décor? A celebrity designer explains and gives tips on a design approach that moves beyond simply aesthetics – fostering spaces that enhance well-being and create a sense of belonging

Check out the Winners, Runners-up and Finalists from around the world in the TIDA International Interior of the Year awards

Your backyard oasis brings fun, community, and exercise but what is the best cover to keep your pool low maintenance, warm and great looking? Covers 4 Pools shares the ideal options for a new or existing pool

Here, landscaping was required to enhance and complement the new pool and down play the backyard fencing – the lush tropical, resort style look results in hard elements appearing to rise out of the plantings

Paths aren't just a way around the garden without getting you shoes or feet dirty – they can lead your direction, inform the house or garden architecture and add texture – along with colour and form

A contemporary rear addition with a West Coast-inspired vibe seamlessly merges with the classic look of the original home – enhanced living and sustainability were key

This renovation integrates modern living with the home’s original character, while creating a seamless connection to its beautiful garden setting

This home's existing 70s lean-to is replaced with a lofty, light-filled, two-storey addition – from the rear elevation, a floating timber batten 'tiara' softens and brings visual interest