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A gleaming brass mosaic splashback makes a splash in this kitchen – the more so for being open to a living area with a black and white decor

While the wider cabinetry stands out in this kitchen, by comparison the actual appliances are a little flat – easy on the eye and also easy to clean

This refined showhome by Fowler Homes Waikato turns up the charm with positive-vibe navy blue tiles, which in turn inspired other tile choices – all from The Tile Depot

A landmark 18th century hospital complex in Italy is turned into a cultural hub by CRA and Italo Rota – one feature is an origami-style kinetic roof

The first Asian base for the London design firm Heatherwick Studio is located in 1000 Trees, a mixed-use development also designed by the architecture firm

This balanced kitchen captures the natural feel of its Waiheke Island location while its island is on discreet castors for easy relocation

Curves, custom furniture, natural materials and texture hold sway in this interior, leading a seamless flow from inside to out, accentuated by stacker doors and high-pitched ceilings

The redesign of this South Pasadena residence turned a family residence into a multi-generational home by drawing the garage into the picture

Two bathrooms and a powder room are reinvented for a fresh, understated look and to make the most of their quirky windows on Wellington Harbour

There was a strong desire from the owners of this coastal home to feel like they were living on the water, looking out to the horizon from a ship’s deck

For this al fresco project, elements include a 12m pool, a pool house, half basketball court and gym – along with low-upkeep lawns and seating/dining options 

Like with the famous graphic artist's disorienting woodcuts, it's a bit hard to tell what's up and what's down with this refined timber staircase snapped up close