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An Impresa tileover shower tray and frameless-glass shower enclosure becomes the highly durable centre-piece fixture of any bathroom 

One foot in sunlight, the other in the shade – part of a wider landscaping project, this poolside outdoor dining space is ideally situated

There's open plan, then there's just open – as well as maximising the views, an open layout and low-set furniture create the luxury of spaciousness and light

Strips of LED lights draw attention to one of several features in this kitchen, the chunky rich grained oak veneer display shelving 

This early childhood education centre for 105 children by Copeland Associates Architects provides an essential community hub for a large new housing development at the southern edge of Auckland

An internal forecourt complete with a koi pond, feature tree and with permanent openings is just one way this home draws nature into its heart

Here you were, just off to powder your nose, when greeted by this immersive space complete with giant Buddha, dark battens and industrial chic tapware

1980s peach pink and pokey – that was the original kitchen; refined stonework and fluted wood finishes are just two features of the upmarket replacement

Classic Builders offers finely crafted, affordable design and build homes with the best of everything – as their latest showhome reflects

The design decisions we make when building a home aren’t always based on fashion or finance. Sometimes they hark back to our childhood

A large central skylight informs the entry/living spaces of this home – as the sun travels over the skylight, the lighting atmosphere changes

A wood vanity, gold-look wall-mounted taps and 'Lume' emerald-coloured tiles make for a rich combination in this exotic bathroom