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Only the stars above us
A roof terrace is renovated and transformed, complete with synthetic decking and an outdoor lounge with weatherproof furniture
On show
The broad appeal required for a showhome master bathroom combines with thoughtful design integrity – a bespoke, warm and welcoming ensuite retreat results
Natural drama and tranquillity
This interior and kitchen within it draw from the drama of the home's awe-inspiring Queenstown landscape – a relaxing material palette is rooted in the earthy tones and rich textures that echo the surrounding al...
'Interior landscape design' – blending home & garden
Internationally respected designer Marianne Tiegen shares ideas and trends on the subject of merging indoor and outdoor design – the phrase indoor-outdoor flow has never had greater re...
Rinse, repeat and refine
This kitchen echoes another for the same owner, but here the materials of choice are richer and more deeply layered for an even stronger outcome with elements echoing the stunning Lake Rotoiti setting
A turn for the better
New master suite extension meets wider re-orienting renovation – now the home has an improved entry, pivots to connect to views and pool and reflects a modern, minimalist vibe
At one with the forest
This 21m² footprint, three-level sleepout/study is nestled amongst native trees on a residential property – shaped to conform with setbacks and the mature trees themselves, the hideaway is near invisible on approach
Two shades of grey
A plush headboard makes this expansive bed all the more attractive – toning with the wall finish behind, the bedhead and wider bedroom has a colour theme of its own, as do other rooms in the interior
Cool in the shadows
For this renovation, combinations of translucent battened ceilings and walls ensure a natural flow for indoor-outdoor living – the resulting shadow play is a mesmerising bonus
Landscaping that adds lifestyle and value
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, landscape designer Gavin Olson of Olson Landscapes explores how thoughtful landscaping can dramatically transform the way a property looks, fe...
Making an entrance
For this classic villa renovation, the Smartfloor Marron Oak engineered timber, by Forte, is mainly laid straight, but in the entry hall it's configured in a herringbone pattern
Abundant sunshine
To say window choices and their configuration played a part in the presence of this interior is something of an understatement – elegant fenestration lines stretch into the gabled roofline