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Long, low furniture accentuates the proportions of this renovated space – a white and light timber palette provides a neutral backdrop for artworks

For this landscaping project, the rotting timber deck was replaced with Biowood composite decking for its durability, water & termite resistance

The ornate herringbone tile pattern in the shower brings a splash of colour and a dash of implied artisanship to this bathroom

A substantial gate/door provides the courtyard entry to this reinvented home while wood-framed sliders connect indoors with out

The gas fire in this living room provides an excuse for a dramatic architectural statement while the long hearth doubles as shelving and even seating

Keeping things natural in this family room, the interior designer added a chartreuse grass cloth wall surface and bespoke wood bookcases

Extra storage was added above the toilet in this bathroom – sitting on a half wall concealing the in-wall cistern – in the same livery as the vanity

Indoor-outdoor flow was important for food as well as people in regard to this kitchen – catered to with large servery windows and an inside-to-out stone benchtop 

This bedroom forms part of a home that nestles into its natural setting – rustic interior tones and a wood soffit further indoor-outdoor connections

This three-level coastal home achieves an intimate bach-like feel – the design is inspired by surrounding topography and the narrow nature of the property 

A fan of shared facilities matched with hassle-free furnished accommodation – Carlaw Park Student Village Stanley Street is all about fun and focussed study

Harmonising with the heritage home's Federation Queen Anne fabric, this kitchen celebrates history, while being considered for modern living