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This home exudes luxurious, resort-type vibes right from the street – inside, expansive open volumes flow through to a decadent al fresco living/playing space via giant walls of retracting glass

This design centres around a modern reinterpretation of traditional small farmhouses – those likely to be seen dotted across the Central Otago region, an area the owners adore and where the home is located

Loving the planet means caring for it, too –  this high-performance Passivhaus design results in an eye-catching sustainable coastal home that exceeding standards for air quality and thermal comfort

Tucked behind a sculptural, sound-proof wall, this home is a game of two halves with an enclosed courtyard between – the rear opens to outdoor living with tree and stream outlooks

Bold blocks of colour create personality in this family kitchen and its surrounding spaces – the result is a playful, slightly nostalgic workspace that balances engaging aesthetics with day-to-day functionality 

Ideal for both entertaining and family moments, this kitchen features an unadorned timber-clad island as a gathering point, with functionality relegated to back wall and pantry

This modest sized beachside kitchen makes the most of every detail to lighten the space, creates flowing connections and ensures there's a place for everything – walnut cabinets and aged brass accents feature

A top designer creates her own kitchen, balancing modernity with character elements that tie back to the classic home – the kitchen can all but vanish or open up to dedicated work stations

Both the guest bathroom and guest WC have been given a resort-like ambience in this project – a spacious shower, a private in-room sauna to promote relaxation, and garden views are all part of the pampering feel

Elevated style is the name of the game with this bathroom – in one thoughtful design move, large round mirrors are manipulated, even segmented, to optimise specific functionality and design individuality

Relaxed day-to-day living and arresting aesthetics come together in this seamless outdoor retreat, featuring a bespoke curved pool, level-entry decking, and a lush subtropical planting palette

A mid-century modern residence is reconsidered for modern living – the bold renovation sweeps aside poorly considered interceding additions while maintaining the five-level home's original historic fabric