Trends 19-08

Let’s be frank, the more design inspiration you take on board the better informed your own project decisions will be – this is true of everything from house designs to that final feature tile choice in your master ensuite. This edition of Trends is packed with ideas to get you fired up and engaged with your projects – everything from a wide variety of home designs to a walk-through of the Trends TIDA Kitchen of the Year to inspiring (even breathtaking) bathrooms and helpful tips for your interiors.

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For family and entertaining

This beautiful four bedroom home is split into two wings, offering highly practical living and bedroom options. Designed and built by experts GJ Gardner Homes, it is ideal for a large or growing family that values both an expansive social environment and personal space.

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The most effective ways to heat your home

From fireplaces to underfloor heating, we’ve covered the most popular forms of home heating in this helpful guide

The house is wrapped in black cedar weatherboards

A black-gabled home in Queenstown is inspired by the surrounding scenery

Nestled into the hillside overlooking Lake Hayes, this new home by David Reid has been built to reflect the landscape and capture the surrounding views

The exterior materials were carefully selected to allow

This new-build in Campbell's Bay was designed to frame its tranquil view

Vertical cladding and thoughtful placements of windows have allowed this new home in Campbell's Bay, Auckland, to soak up the views while retaining a sense of privacy

Outdoor living and unobstructed views were key aspects

Light on the land

How many meandering wings do you need to wander down to feel secure in your place in the world? For many less is far more – but, as seen here, simpler architecture also means thinking architecture

Rural not rustic

A nod to appropriate farm architecture and shaped by the owners' requests, this family home's barn-like profile conceals a decidedly contemporary interior

Kitchen

A pleasure to use

Strategically and elegantly designed, this kitchen – with finely crafted cabinetry from RH Cabinetmakers – combines a warm aesthetic with efficient functionality

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2019 TIDA International Judging Panel members

Thanks to Philip Olmesdahl, Mick De Giulio, KIrsty Davis and Craig Steere

Morgan Cronin, Cronin Kitchens – Winner – TIDA New Zealand Designer Kitchen of the Year

Congratulations to Morgan Cronin of Cronin Kitchens

Lara Farmilo, Akzente/Poggenpohl – Winner – TIDA New Zealand Imported Kitchen of the Year

Congratulations to Lara Farmilo of Akzente/Poggenpohl

Studio2 Architects – Winner – TIDA New Zealand Architect-designed Kitchen of the Year

Congratulations to Studio2 Architects

Bathroom

Divided spaces bring improved functionality in this bathroom renovation

Three teen boys and one undersized main bathroom – this Kira Gray renovation is ideally zoned to family needs

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Subtle interplay of herringbone tiles and a muted palette in luxury bathroom – bathroom, lighting

A contemporary pendant highlights the curvaceous tub in this bathroom, and also allows for bathtime reading.

This master ensuite renovation features classic design and custom details

With a brief for a master ensuite that featured classic finishes and unique elements, see how this designer used bespoke pieces to give this bathroom a timeless edge

Interiors

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How this dining space was designed to connect with nature

As with other interior elements on this renovation, the dining table top connects with the home’s oak veneer cabinetry. The choice of materials also makes it feel very connected to the natural environment beyond the doors and windows

Formal lounge – contemporary new home by Urbane chair, coffee table, couch, furniture, home, interior design, living room, loveseat, room, table, white, black

4 things you should consider before buying a sofa

From choosing a material that complements the size of the room, to ensuring your existing furnishings suit your new centrepiece, we’ll cover what you need to know

Resene Alabaster features on the majority of interior

Modern home by prominent home builder features Resene surfaces inside and out

Light-filled and modern, this home benefits from key Resene paint choices

Renovation

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From 1.5 bedroom cottage to light-filled home for a family of 6

This cottage was transformed into a modern beach house with a sophisticated interplay of natural materials and considered volumetric arrangement

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A professional tells us how to improve your home lighting – and what to avoid

There's a lot to consider with home lighting – from design to avoiding glare to incorporating contrast. Not to worry, we've got advice from a lighting professional to guarantee a positive outcome for your interiors