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The reorientation of this new home from the existing house on the site brought a wealth of advantages, including allowing for full engagement with the northern sun and the achievement of much needed privacy

Creating a way forward for crowded cities, this low-rise apartment development by Shay Cleary Architects avoids crowding out skies and views while retaining privacy at every turn

A basement bathroom with no opportunity for under-floor plumbing, limited available space and no windows – going lighter would have been an option, but here a more innovative approach was taken

Clean lines, integrated appliances and dark joinery; gold accents, stone benchtops, a wealth of seating, and the list goes on – this pared back kitchen also reflects an emphasis on sustainability

An adaptive reuse, commercial interiors project by Hayes Group Architects divides the character building in two – offices and conference room on one side and a lounge-like open space on the other

This internally lit library/display/storage cabinet has an artistic life of its own, showing off the owners' good taste as well as their interests and reading strengths

A channel drain offers a modern, streamlined look and improves water drainage – while also being easier to clean than traditional point drains

Herringbone mosaic tile forms the backsplash for this opulent vanity in a luxurious bathroom – gold-look tapware takes the sense of opulence and runs with it

Here, Carbon Timberland cabinetry and white cabinet drawers are at home with a Limestone Ankara Storm island and splashback, from CDK Stone, plus connected oak table

The chef in this kitchen has a contemporary helper in the form of a sleek Bosch induction hob – with sculptural rangehood above

With a flowing floorplan that supports both connection and privacy, this G.J. Gardner showhome offers a relaxed family lifestyle – natural colours and appealing textures run through the light-filled interior

A fishing-themed industrial and cultural tourism complex, designed by Spark Architects, will foster a profound integration of fisheries with tourism, education, culture, and wellness sectors