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A refined tile wall finish, designer pendants and a furniture-like double vanity could make you look twice in this bathroom – just to double check you hadn't strayed into the lounge

This Florim porcelain benchtop in Grigio Grey has a lot going on between its dramatic cantilever and shark nose/bevelled profile – an ideal material match for the seamless batten oak panelling beneath

Thermally broken aluminium double glazed windows – such as Altus Window Systems' Southern41™ Thermal System and Pacific52™ Thermal System – significantly reduce the risk of condensation in your h...

This intimate powder room, with evocative, flower-like vanity, demonstrates how bold design choices can transform a utilitarian space into a sculptural experience

An arresting layout and use of luxurious materials is matched with eco-conscious considerations for this marble-rich, outlook rich kitchen designed equally for family intimacy and expansive gatherings

This eco-conscious, three-bedroom dwelling nestles into its native surroundings – light-filled and warm, the home is shaped by solar orientation and views of the meandering Wairoa River; created as a spec home, the design facto...

An immersive master suite is designed as a soulful retreat – curves, minimalist detailing, deep green hues, and a strong connection to nature combine to evoke a personal narrative

This home's Alpine tray roof is cantilevered 1m beyond the ground floor to deflect the high sun’s intensity during summer, while allowing sunlight deep into the home during winter when the sun is lower in the sky

A modest sized powder room makes the most of its available space – tiny mosaic tiles, a backlit mirror and pedestal basin matched with Zuchetti Medameda tapware, from Robertsons, create interest

A slender, waterfall Silestone Eternal Statuario benchtop completes this kitchen island – where chunky was once the name of the benchtop game, now a variety of depths are in favour

An Italian apartment interior makeover embraces modern design while maintaining warmth and balance – a double-height living room, cantilevered staircase, and private urban patio all feature

Flooring is one of the most influential elements in any home – this at a glance guide helps with the tricky decision of which floor is right for your architecture and for your family