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A minimalist island with only discreet induction hob and pop-up downdraft steps down to a wood dining table element – but from this angle it has an almost furniture appeal 

An intelligent response to a tricky site creates an L-shaped, glass-walled pavilion home – bringing sheltered sea views, strategic privacy and a relaxed lifestyle

This calming interior draws on the Jersey home's rich and varied landscape with each room evoking a different aspect of the environment

A contemporary two-storey rear addition to a classic bungalow introduces a new double-height kitchen, dining and living space with master suite above

This clean-lined architectural poolside pergola offers shade and a shower while contrasting and celebrating the natural treed backdrop

It might be hard to stay with the patter in this arresting dining space boasting a stone wall, elegant shelving, wild stairs, an earthy table and glass bridge overhead

Surrounded by exquisite views of Manukau Harbour, David and Brenda Banks’ holiday home in Big Bay, Awhitu is a relaxing, welcoming retreat 

A circular motif features in this home renovation – this references the Japanese concept of Shakkei, providing the house a sense of serenity and activity

This contemporary family home with attractive, easy-care surfaces and tile selections from The Tile Depot caters to the personalities of the homeowners

You can imagine the size of the bottle and how hard that champagne cork must have hit the ceiling – cork stools provides a fun furniture inclusion in this renovation

With dome shaped glass pendants over the island and a halo-like pendant over the dining table, this space really has its lighting going on – the styles connect through a chic, modern sensibility

This understated pool, on sunny Waiheke island, responds to its idyllic setting – making the most of solar power and with glass fencing that doesn't impede the spectacular outlooks