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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

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

Two major plusses of the right pool cover are trapping heat for energy savings and locking in water safety – here experts Covers 4 Pools NZ outlines two of the company's m...

This light-filled, award-winning home connects to its coastal setting through adroit architecture and thermally efficient window/door systems from Altus

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...

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

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

Designer: We handpicked matt stone-look tiles to create a sleek and refined ambiance in the bespoke bathroom, allowing natural elements to stand out.

 A German-made AgeExplorer suit, offered at Blum showrooms, lets you simulate aging first hand – helping you choose kitchen and bathroom products that will work for you now and in the future

A Lusini, Solid Surface, freestanding tub in a matt white finish, from Highgrove Bathrooms, creates a sculpture corner in this bathroom as well as being the best place to soak

Bamboo is a great choice for a wide range of building-related solutions – specialists Plantation Bamboo outline some of the key reasons

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