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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

'Pure Power/Daily Combat Strategy for Water Collection in Africa', designed by Hong-En Lin, addresses the issues of polluted or far distant water resources 

Watch the design development process of this new multi-use winery building by JSPA Design for Les Terres Blanches

This texture-rich coastal holiday home responds to its wild setting with a hunkered down design comprising intersecting forms in natural tones