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One way to make your bathroom seem larger is by running your floor tile seamlessly into the shower stall, as in this contemporary bathing space

The brief was for a master ensuite that featured traditional finishes and unique elements, hence a honed bluestone freestanding tub was selected to add a modern touch to the classic-themed retreat

In a home designed to follow the sun, an operable roof over this outdoor room seems a logical inclusion. A window wall complete with vertical timber slats further filters the sun's rays

Thanks to Mick De Giulio, Sarah Roberston, John Bulcock and Wulf Borrmeister

How does a celebrated architect go about creating his own perfect Manhattan apartment? Alexander Gorlin, of Alexander Gorlin Architects, recognises the good bones of a dated a...

Despite its modest footprint on steep topography, this engaging, sustainable family home makes the most of its internal spaces while elegantly framing its spectacular outlooks

Three families unite to buy a three-storey villa that needed to be reconstructed, with a goal to live there together yet apart. Separate floors and material choices bring individuality

A fresh layout with an expanded, double-sink vanity, marble-look surfaces and even a new window and frame all contribute to transforming what was an awkward, poorly functioning space into a flowing, light-filled bat...

This finely finished kitchen balances terra black surfaces with natural toned mosaics and the lustre of natural wood. Obstacles within the design were turned into positives.

Operable louvres turn a weatherproof roof into a window on the stars – all part of a thoughtfully designed home where the views and outdoor living spaces go on forever 

The cantilevered vanity and transparent glass shower stall both bring the illusion of greater space to this EJ Building-designed bathroom

Right from the entry, the warmth and natural charm of wood flooring draws you forward. Then there's the wood front door, stairs and cabinetry. 'Would' this look suit your interior?