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This Brutalist home is warmed up in visual terms by a tulle-like stainless steel mesh pendant which adds softness & femininity to the street view

Simple yet dramatic would be one way to describe this dynamic new family home and the poolside seating is more than in keeping

This master suite walk-in wardrobe robe is enhanced by thoughtful internal LED and angled down lighting, all framing a view to the sea

As part of a whole house renovation and new rear addition a sculptural Lê Corbusier inspired ‘chimney’ fuses the upper floor to the lower floor

The timber wardrobe in this master bedroom forms part of a haptic-focussed interior that appeals to the touch as well as the eye

Architect: the design vocabulary of burnished, creamy, concrete finishes flows from the inside out, often appearing almost luminous in its sculptural force

This double vanity in Melteca Melamine in Warm White is given a corrugated treatment for textural design interest – floating the vanity adds to its sculptural appeal

With only two visible drawer fronts, the top drawer hides an internal drawer commonly used for cutlery and cooking utensils in this kitchen

This family swimming pool achieves a relaxed, organic feel with substantial rocks helping delineate the diving area from the main pool area

A large circular rug covers much of the black stone floor in this living area – several custom furniture pieces contribute to the soft urban look

Wood veneer wraps the entrance wall into this kitchen, flowing through to the cabinetry and hidden scullery door to create unity between kitchen and living

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