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Recessed wall storage unit and vanity mirror are cut from the same mould in this light-filled and refined bathroom

The ornate chandelier is a fitting inclusion in this soaring entertainment/dining/kitchen space – adding bling and drawing attention to the high ceiling

In this bathroom, traditional bath time indulgence is off to a reassuringly good start with this classic Axor Montreux tub mixer

That's the thing with marble, it ages with character and just keeps getting better – even brand new, as on this solid marble-clad island, it looks spectacular

Concealed lighting adds theatre to this centrally located and easily concealed cooking zone, which, like the island, is finished in a noble stone

This functional yet uncluttered kitchen stays true to both the boldness of the home's modern architecture and the serenity of the seaside setting

The interior designer used the most luxurious of materials from brass, marble, crystal and velvets to create a home that is refined and opulent at every turn

 A modern freestanding bathtub and custom-made vanity with a floating basin leads the eye in the main bathroom of this two bathroom makeover

Timber cladding, a simple A frame design and steep snow-be-gone roofing – this holiday home all but disappears into its natural, unspoilt mountain scenery

This renovation is an exploration of how to pare back and dwell in smaller spaces while providing a sense of personal connection to the wider urban context

With a sparkling plaster finish, infinity edges on two sides, eye-catching water feature and decent proportions, this pool is a great match for its luxury residence

High quality tiles from The Tile Depot provide the finishing touches to this well designed and constructed home by Generation Homes NZ - Auckland South