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Bathed in luxury
No need for a shower in this bathroom as there are two other bathrooms in the home. Instead, the bathtub, which is accentuated by the tiles, is firmly the centre of attention
5 reasons your lawn doesn't look the way you want it to
We all want a great looking garden for the family to enjoy over summer – but often pay no attention to the lawn until it's too late. Here are the five most common lawn problems you ...
This bathroom is a celebration of wood and stone
A cantilevered vanity, freestanding tub and large format tiles give this master bathroom a spacious feel
In this kitchen, brass and wood take centre stage
This minimalist, natural look kitchen includes a sculptural island, a feature brass rangehood cover and a large, light-filled scullery directly behind
Consumer NZ – why induction trumps gas
Cooking with gas rightly has its fans but things could potentially change in New Zealand given natural gas' impact on global warming, says Consumer NZ, and switching to comparable induction cooking mig...
Workers cottage transformed into light-filled living space
What started as a simple renovation of a workers cottage turned into a substantial, multi-year project. The results are impressive
Recreate holidays at home
A welcoming street presence, functional layout and flowing indoor-outdoor spaces makes this resort-like G.J. Gardner showhome perfect for those who want to recreate the feeling of being on holiday at home
Designer interior above the clouds
Designing in the clouds – this 418m² apartment on Manhattan's Billionaire's Row looks down on Central Park. The lavish interior design includes artworks, many bespoke, by celebrated artists together with ex...
To the Castle! A 1920s California villa transformed
This dramatic home has been transformed by design duo Cortney & Robert Novogratz – collectively The Novogratz. Here they also share some effective interior design shortcuts that informe...
Small and perfectly formed
This simple, high-quality home nestled amongst the sand dunes at Little Brighton Beach expands on the idea that a carefully designed small home can have big-house functionality
Why you should consider an outdoor kitchen
How about adding space and versatility to your home? Plus improved connections to the outdoors and greater entertaining opportunities
Living your best life
This majestic home has been lovingly restored and renovated, with interiors expanded and reworked for modern living – close attention to design detail and symmetry make it difficult to see where the changes lie