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Simplifying the initial design concept and a close attention to material connections give this kitchen a flowing, expansive feel – the result is a heart-of-the-home workspace that's both functional and stylish

A new modern rear extension features a warm palette of pale oak timbers, warm greys and lightly textured stone while the Victorian terrace home's refreshed street facade retains its heritage charm

An introduced feature timber wall reorganises this apartment – other walls were removed, secret doors appear in unusual places and the now open-plan living zone is ideal for both living alone and socialising – sculptural...

This penthouse has it all – there's the views, the refined dining setting, a chunky stone counter, oh and those flying saucers – in reality, artistic pendants by Brazilian designer Bertjan Pot

A slender floor-to-ceiling window in this entry hallway meets its match with a corresponding elongated skylight above – one of two in the light-filled home

Edra, Poliform & Moroso furniture pieces populate this expansive living space – fair to say, a vibrant, artistic look was high on the interior design agenda

Recycling of materials, including an edging of old red bricks, contributes a sense of age to this landscape project – brickwork and lawn combine to create a look that has a sense of place and a style 

Flagstone-look floor tiles are cool underfoot and create a relaxed connection to the outdoors in this renovated home  – at the same time extending the architectural emphasis on raw materiality

At the heart of this seaside al fresco setup is a Angus Bull barbecue, complete with a rotisserie back burner and quick heating capabilities

Four gabled wings separate areas of use in this home, while providing shelter for an outdoor lounge – stone, metal and timber cladding connects with the rugged landscape

In tune with the wider barn home aesthetic, this kitchen celebrates a rustic aesthetic – the front kitchen, with its character surfaces, is supported by the hard-working rear kitchen

Historically, these spaces were modest and under-considered – however, lifestyles have changed, and now they're coming into their own – designer Jennie Dunlop points the way forward