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This home's unusual layout results from a renovation that linked two adjacent apartments

A growing Kiwi identity, along with a love of travel, is influencing our colour choices

A series of split levels and an emphasis on spacial fluidity have resulted in a home with uninterrupted views

With a colour scheme inspired by the vibrant art that adorns its walls, this penthouse apartment is an airy, lively and light-filled space

This new home is built in the Victorian style but the interior has a more eclectic charm. A careful measure of texture and tone brings balance

Classic and contemporary styles meet in thispenthouse overlooking the ocean

Choosing furniture with contemporary styling and old-world craftsmanship means there is no need to compromise on quality

Keeping it simple doesn't necessarily mean that you have to go without a touch of luxury

With pull-out mirrors, belt and tie racks, trouser drawers and shoe shelves, the modern wardrobe has all the accessories

A strong, horizontal appearance and simple detailing ensure this 900cm-wide gas fire from Real Fires works well in large rooms and open-plan spaces

People gravitate towards a fire, so it's worth choosinga design that allows the flames to dominate

To balance a colourful tropical landscape, thedesigner of this interior chose a muted chessboard palette, with touches of creative colour

Do-it-yourself modular storage systems provide a personalised storage solution for every stage of your life

Nature-inspired furniture can bring the outdoors into your home

Textures and fabrics enrich an interior, but finding the balance is important

Whether classically inspired or contemporary, Italian furniture and accessories from Mercatini reflect traditional craftsmanship

When choosing upholstered furniture, it's worth searching for durable looks and comfort

Colours are needed to create a look a specialist knows how to use them

Sound furniture choices are based on taste as much as architectural style

It's the combination of bedroom furniture and linen that creates theright ambience and atmosphere for repose in these bedrooms

Multiple blind systems ensure your blinds are always on the level

Add comfort and transform the appearance of your living area with a fireplace from Living Flame

From the subtle to the adventurous these homes showcase two different approaches to colour, with paints from Resene

A sympathetic renovation has combined the authentic characteristicsof this 1920s bungalow with modern-day functionality

It's the combination of bedroom furniture and linen that creates theright ambience and atmosphere for repose in these bedrooms