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Hidden charms
This discreet powder room is accessed by a hidden door – once inside, sensor lighting shows off opulent features
Optimum outlooks – including for the neighbours
Optimising natural light, textured/rustic materials and sustainable initiatives, this holiday home responds to it site, sea views and neighbours' view corridors
Amongst the trees
Taking inspiration from surrounding woodlands, this garden house doubles as a holistic sanctuary with a sauna, bucket shower, and plunge pool
When sea breezes drop
Cool sea breezes keep deck and open living space cool for this coastal home – sustainable back up comes in the form of ceiling fans
Even the fence is in tune
Timber boards line this bedroom's walls and run across the ceiling, too – the uniform finish when combined with the monotone palette has a calming feel
Living easy (and maintaining easy)
From relaxation to wellbeing to a social hotspot, spas from Hot Spring Spas offer a world of enjoyment – and their upkeep with our FreshWater™ Salt System is a breeze too
North facing
This new home optimises its heat-absorbing thermal mass in part via a sculptural north facing skylight window in the living area
Clear thinking
This home takes indoor-outdoor flow to the next level with a wall-sized sliding door that glides right back beyond the envelope of the home
Good neighbour
To complete the form of this house, the roof of the carport and the front fence were shaped into forms that harmonise with the surroundings
Bronze age
This deep bronze-finished master ensuite vanity connects with Buddy aged brass taps, from Plumbline, and a metallic wallpaper behind
Community minded architect wins top award
Riken Yamamoto, of Japan, has been awarded the 2024 Laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize – his works celebrate social transparency
Eat in or takeaway?
Takeaways are a given for this kitchen thanks to the cut-out shelving complete with fitted wooden trays below the island's cantilevered benchtop