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A long wall storage niche complements this corner-bath setting – handy for soaps or shampoo, it can also be appropriated for pleasing plantings

Coral hand-blown lamps by Soktas, from ECC Lighting, grace this powder room entry wall – the handblown, brass detailed glass lights turn on via a hidden sensor

For this stand-out coastal home, the steep, challenging site was both a constraint and an opportunity, with significant engineering innovation required – the organic roof form tilts and folds into its dramatic setting

Attention to room shapes, material continuity and connectivity transforms a run of bedroom, walk-through robe and bathroom into a serene, spa-like experience

An expansive and luxurious kitchen blends old Vegas glamour with modern functionality – features include a BlueStar dual-fuel range, brass accents, White Onyx, and Black Granite surfaces

Striking deep blue cabinetry is complemented by satin brass diamond-textured handles in this on-show kitchen – the cheerful blue captures the character of the original 1930s home

A century-old London townhouse is reworked and expanded into a modern, off-grid home – features include a sculptural steel staircase, a zinc-and-glass roof extension and dynamic play between old and new

A fusion of classic French châteaux and modern architectural styles give this Beverly Hills home the presence and refinement of a grand, art-infused hotel – limestone facades give way to dramatic circulation indoors

Warm tones, natural materials and a sculptural/artistic vibe – this home with feature central atrium is as bold and surprising as it is cosy

A key part of a kitchen is what's immediately surrounding it – here, the designer simplified and lime washed the walls which dramatically contrast the minimalist black kitchen itself 

A tranquil, nature-inspired family bathroom with stone-look tiles, a fluted bath, and a skylight – a bold, geometric water closet adds playful contrast

This garden had to work beautifully at ground level while also providing allure from the home's first floor – dealing with a modest space, layers create height, movement, and a sense of generosity