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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

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 

Dynamic interior moves include creating sculptural spiral staircase links in this penthouse home – facilitating familial flow and all-important connections to the sky and views along th...

Part of the wider interior, this kitchen all but disappears from sight – only an induction hob tells the tale – key to the subterfuge is the fully integrated cabinetry

For this project, work involved the redesign of the pool deck and back yard – in order to make the materials consistent, the original coping and stone pavers between the pool and existing house were removed  

This entertaining area includes a fire-pit with concrete bench, a vegetable garden in raised steel beds, and a barbecue area with a countertop for outdoor dining – oh, and then there's the sculptural water fountain

Here, the base architecture features polished concrete floors, the raw texture of recycled bricks and Tasmanian Oak ceilings – matt finishes and darker tones contrast these architectural textures

While this Hamptons style kitchen offers every modern convenience, its panelled cabinetry is in keeping with the classic theme

The roof is one of the most overlooked areas of the home – in this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, Andrew Johnson sits down with Steve Huntingford of Accredited Roofing to shine a light on roofing issues...

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

Something spectacular to wake up to was the intent for this bathroom – rose marble from Italy, a fluted shower screen and an overall sense of space were all part of the design story

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