Trendsideas

Te Ara Ātea – a new library, community and performance facility designed by Warren and Mahoney –  is created with people, culture, and the future in mind

The island/dining table in this kitchen is so attractive it's given its own catwalk with a waterfall end running down, and then back under 

'We are delighted to share our Floc 3D tile used to dramatic effect in the entrance to the New Zealand Pavilion at the recent Expo 2020 in Dubai' – Floc Premier Wool Acoustic Panels

The open shelving in this kitchen and pantry was stained to match the oak floors – having open shelves between windows avoids blocking views or light

This shower stall features full height large-format tiles with the look of veined marble, with the silky tile even running into the soap niche

Clad in Cedar Vertical Shiplap Weatherboards, this mountain home's main entrance is defined by timber fixed louvres set in front of opaque glazing 

Turns out, the world is not the original 'paradise' intended and this wild installation by LOLA Landscape Architects breaks new conceptual ground on the subject

Winner of an international design competition, Ole Scheeren's vision for a tropical resort complex will enhance patrons' experience of the natural world

Creating a new kitchen in what was once a warehouse environment required material connection with the fabric of the building and a focal point for gathered friends and a bottle or two of wine

A Federation-style bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood  has been refurbished and extended with a contemporary double-storey addition to the rear

Receptive to the play of light of the changing seasons and times of day, this zoned home also has cladding that melds into surrounding trees

When the subject of flooring comes up, do you ever think about simply heading for the woods? These great floors will provide inspiration