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This interior design creates layers of texture with white oiled oak floorboards, white chalk finished walls, white sofas, and crystal chandeliers 

Taking its cues and inspiration from the Palm Springs style, this coastal entertainer's kitchen emphasises simplicity, clean lines and a bright, airy feel

Minimalism meets Mid-century modern sensibilities in this refined and expansive bathing space – but first that space hogging spa bath had to go

Staff working for a major Dutch travel platform now all have the same destination – the Booking.com City Campus, by UNStudio, in the heart of Amsterdam

Homage to the character building while addressing an Auckland law firm's culture & values, including flexibility and a non-hierarchical approach, inspired this fit-out by Wingates

This new home's front entry admits light as well as visitors – a wallpapered entry hall provides a refined welcome for the latter

Or perhaps, in the case of this bedroom with a front row seat to the ocean it's the frameless glazing that creates the scenic drama

Fowler Homes Auckland South & East makes building your dream home simple – project-managing the entire process from initial plan design through to choosing your colour scheme

Forget tea or juice, this kitchen caters to finer tastes – the swirling granite surfaces are matched with Champagne Gold cabinetry, by Poggenpohl

A splash of textured green in the shampoo alcove and recessed lighting adds drama to this shower – the wider bathroom also features the colourful tile

Display shelving for the chef's eyes only – this pantry offers the luxury of separating food preparation from the main space when entertaining

This hotel frontage by designers Shma includes woven elements that evoke the area's textile industry and includes a disappearing act for practical utilities within what is now a landmark space