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Kitchen, dining and living co-exist harmoniously in this interior – in part due to shared low profiles and a general choice of natural, subdued tones

These concrete slabs split the formal living and functional areas of this coastal home – with sculpture and water views straight ahead

A traditional-look freestanding tub meets a classic look floor-mounted tub pourer in this ensuite, although the latter comes with a modern twist

From the local beach sand used in the brickwork mortar, to the alfresco roof in foraged native eucalyptus gimlets, this home has a character all its own 

Once, a barn door would have been seen mainly on a barn, not so today with the chunky, rolling door style becoming a popular interior feature

While the gold 'treasure' is centrally on display, this kitchen still has some secrets to reveal – namely hidden doorways in the perimeter cabinetry

Herringbone marble tiles, panelled drawers, and solid aged brass fittings are just three touches evoking old world charm in this master suite

Introducing more room to entertain and more light & space, this renovation/extension draws on Hamptons style while still in keeping with the original Queenslander home

Staying faithful to neighbourhood architecture, but with a twist, this home flips traditional Queenslander style, bringing batten cladding up to the upper facade

 Responding to a Brutalist concrete exterior, this interior celebrates raw materials, textured surfaces, simple silhouettes and geometric forms 

These outdoor kitchens are as varied as their alfresco settings – what they have in common is a level of function and good looks to rival their indoor counterparts

This new kitchen acknowledges its historic cottage setting with a timber backing wall while a wall of crisp white side cabinetry echoes the floating island