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The local landscape forms part of the decor in this dramatic living room – and the furniture settings seem to take their cues from rock forms as well

A central deck not only provides to-hand al fresco space, it also adds to the visual sense of the landscape being part of the home environment

Offering a fresh take on the gabled home, this sculptural, sustainability-minded residence nestled amongst the trees connects dramatically with its expansive natural setting

Dramatic and easy to clean, tiles of all sizes, shapes and textures can transform your space – here are some stand-out examples

This home combines contemporary architecture with classic lines – at least on top – a traditional gabled roof, by Monoghan, provides enduring protection and is the only visible element from the street

A feature curved end on this kitchen island is further accentuated by being finished in vertical dowel strip – an element that also connects with similar detailing elsewhere in the home

This windowless bathroom is a symphony of grey surfaces – except for the cantilevered rich-toned wood vanity which stands out from the crowd in more ways than one

A sleek Smeg induction hob keeps things clean and understated while directly above an integrated Smeg rangehood disappears behind closed cabinetry doors in this contemporary kitchen 

A discreet pocket slider divides bathroom from bedroom in this master suite – or alternatively slides away out of sight into the body of the wall

The upper floor of this Bel Air home, enclosed in white aluminium vertical screens, appears to be reaching for the skies – the pristine, clean element 'floats' above a monolithic concrete base

Paths aren't just a way around the garden without getting your shoes or feet dirty – they can lead your direction, inform the house or garden architecture and add texture – along with...

A modest rural brick abode expands into a light-filled farmstead complete with pool house and an interior fit-out that merges relaxed rustic with opulence