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To say window choices and their configuration played a part in the presence of this interior is something of an understatement – elegant fenestration lines stretch into the gabled roofline

For this classic villa renovation, the Smartfloor Marron Oak engineered timber, by Forte, is mainly laid straight, but in the entry hall it's configured in a herringbone pattern 

The story behind 20 Australian Homes by Accredited Building Designer Alex Urena

This refined kitchen works hard – a centrepiece for the wider living area, its restrained palette relies on tonal variation and subtle contrast to create depth; arches are a recurring motif, one leading to the tucked away...

A strong material palette and individualistic elements recommend this cohesive home – a louvred courtyard merges indoor and outdoor living, while a second with feature fire connects with pool house and pool 

For this pavilion home, generous soffits/overhangs keep the hot sun at bay while clerestory windows still make the most of the azure blue sky

A timber entry gives way to marble walls and floors in this bathroom while the freestanding tub is positioned opposite the window, allowing the occupant to soak in views of the river

Seconds bricks painted white and stained cedar weatherboards clad this sustainably minded home – the site has lushly planted hillside surrounds for a backdrop

The owners used the words ‘dark’ and ‘moody’ when describing the look they wanted –  a bank of open-grain, dark-stained Ash timber cabinetry was the response

The smartest kitchen projects start long before demolition day – this Trends Property article outlines why getting a designer in early makes all the difference

Powder rooms are famously a great spot for spontaneity or surprise and this one is no exception – a vanity comprising a round deep basin on a pedestal is the perfect eyebrow raiser for unsuspecting guests

Part luxurious bathroom retreat and part art gallery, this project has at its heart a custom-designed, hand-clipped glass mosaic featuring over 45,000 individual pieces – the wider result is soft, quiet, and timeless