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What could be more visually relaxing than a combined wood benchtop/dining table/work surface complete with a waterfall end 

Classic never goes out of style for a reason – this first-floor drawing room features large, romantic French doors opening onto a balcony

Entry to this powder room is literally hidden in the woodwork – once inside, a giant round mirror accentuates the refined wood vanity

This much loved kitchen responds to its apple horticulture-inspired home – timber cabinetry, soaring ceilings and great connections result

This sculptural sports centre by Brooks + Scarpa cheers up rain-stopped fixtures by turning raindrops into a water fall feature

Even passing sheep look surprised when the cladding parts to reveal the rooms behind on this home – great for a lock and leave scenario

Hidden in a sea of Lume Green wall tiles, the green entry door to this bathroom has a classic grooved finish, more often seen on exterior doors 

Symmetry plays its part in this master ensuite with the in-bench basins echoing the crisp, regimented lines of the two mirrors above

Open shelving in this bar area allows the homeowners to display curated glassware and treasures – dressing the space with a touch of glamour 

Gable roofs aren't just popular in alpine settings because they match the mountains – the steep roof planes ensure weighty snow drifts don't linger

This sensitive library renovation and expansion by EVOQ celebrates the facility's past while addressing its modern role as a social hub

Stylish dorms & private rooms, co-working spaces, & community vibes for flashpackers & digital nomads – Haka House hostels cater to the modern traveller