Trendsideas

This kindergarten and community centre, by RMJM Milano, rises from the ground like a human-made drumlin, a local Estonia land form

The concrete house wasn't homely – strategic changes and plenty of storage, artwork, feature lighting and flashes of rich colour changed that

Here, a 1980s addition was removed, the original Victorian house restored and a new two-storey addition added – all on a tight triangular site

Outdoor living spaces are popular as an easy way of growing your social options – louvres or an outdoor fire make it snug year-round

Materials that age beautifully and a sense of togetherness over generations all come together in this sculptural, modern home

A giant picture window lets the beauty of nature inform this relaxed kitchen with shaker-style cabinetry and a refined yet rustic feel

The end result is serene and seems more expansive, but a lot of reorganisation and custom detail went into creating this master ensuite retreat

Dark stained timber weatherboards are contrasted with white-washed timber details on this passive heating- and cooling-focussed home

Reflecting the raw nature of the architecture, this kitchen features a breeze block dividing wall, steel frame shelving and an aggregate concrete floor underfoot

The study has a sense of separation in this courtyard home, that is unless you look in from the master bedroom just across the void

Italian designed Tibò bathroom and kitchen tapware draws from post-industrial inspiration – an indent special offering from Casa Italiana

For this seaside renovation/transformation, the home's original brick walls are covered with recycled hardwood cladding