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The interiors of this mountainside home are a treasure trove of gem‐like materials juxtaposed with warm wood and splashes of bright colour

This modern, light-toned kitchen celebrates natural finishes and connects with its surrounding spaces functionally and aesthetically

With a breathtaking stone-look canopy rising over the bath and other luxe details, this master suite evokes an upmarket hotel-like spa retreat

Set up for multi-generational family life, this long pavilion home settles into the land in terms of materials while revealing its outlooks by degrees

A substantial renovation of a renovation, restores a 100+ year-old mansion to its former glory – our top Renovation story of the year

Whether you have a sprawling space or just a cosy corner, these 12 landscaped gardens are packed with ideas for your own outdoor transformation

For this bathroom, the owners wanted a faded Moroccan bathhouse appeal – brass accessories and tapware contributed to the exotic feel

This contemporary kitchen's appealing marble-look hexagonal tile splashback is repeated on the pantry splashback for continuity

Wood is widely celebrated in this home with a Japanese influence, timber window/door frames included – perhaps an echo of shōji screens

This stream-lined dressing area cabinetry forms part of the corridor flow – a great way to enjoy the long view while getting ready for work

This kitchen presents as a piece of uninterrupted joinery, cantilevering out from the main wall in a contrasting material – black blackbutt veneer

Here, the homeowners have options when it comes to snatching 40 winks, with their master suite including a built-in day bed with hidden storage