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The owners wanted Box to work their magic on their long, narrow section to maximise light and sun, offer open-plan living and to make the most of the views – the Box team adroitly responded

A leaf-like David Trubridge light provides a floating centrepiece to this two-level open-plan interior, while conforming to the earthy colour palette 

The makeover of a downtown location by Sid Lee Architecture includes Sid Lee's 'floating' Biosquare office – celebrating the senses, their staff and creativity

A forward-looking Mangapikopiko School campus with specific learning environments and a sustainable emphasis is created by construction experts Watts & Hughes

Rugged is almost an understatement for the matching tile splashbacks in this semi-industrial look kitchen and attached scullery

This futuristic-looking 'Air Square' keeps city areas cool in an age of climate change impact and provides a bright, safe place at night – it's also portable

Nion, a 45,000 m² state-of-the-art office tower in Frankfurt, designed by UNStudio, will be one of the most sustainable office buildings in Germany

This walk-up apartment split into two-levels was designed on a ‘no-design’ basis and it was about finding spaces for the different interests of the couple

It says a lot about an owner when time, money and custom architecture protects an old magnolia at the rear of their extension/renovation

Whether you're looking for a bathroom hero or simply a place to quickly pull that sleep face into shape – here are some great vanity ideas

Designed for entertaining and drinking in the views, the interior of this warm, four-bedroom home is anchored by a blackened steel fireplace – there's also a tub on the deck

While a designer will create their own kitchen with the close consideration, having it available as a showcase placed emphasis on outside-the-box features