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Fire damaged? No, fire enhanced
The premise for this design is quite unusual: a visual artist who paints with fire buys a house on Blackwood Street and builds his studio using burnt wood cladding
Coco cabanas – raw jungle pods connect with the land
Fancy going bush, er make that going deep jungle? This surprising tourist offering lets you get up close and personal with the Costa Rican jungle thanks in large part to the innovative...
Made for each other
Salt and pepper, summer and sand, New Zealand and world rugby domination – there are plenty of fabulous pairings in life and Eurotech’s Single DishCabinet and Built-in Compact Microwave Combi Oven can now be added to this il...
What would the bedrooms of iconic figures look like today?
Through the years, the world has been graced with many legends be it in music, art, fashion or literature, whose legacy still inspires today. But how would these figures have ad...
All that glitters is gold mosaic in this luxe powder room
Glamour, sophistication and a sense of enhanced space are all features of this granite and gold mosaic powder room
Not just the details
This kitchen was a team effort between owner and woodworking professionals R H Cabinetmakers – however, while the detailing shows the level of woodworking skill involved, so does stepping back and taking in the whole space
Flair and versatility
A sleek, sculptural island fronts this finely crafted kitchen that has a dedicated place for everything, replacing a cramped, outdated workspace. The new kitchen is suitable to be used by one or many at the same time
Touching the scenery
With the original home stripped back and three new wings added, this renovation optimises natural light and spaciousness while opening up to the beautiful verdant bush surrounds
Bidets – a better idea than you might think
Here are 10 good reasons to consider a bidet, together with what to look out for when choosing one
Dark on the outside, light on the inside
Known as the ‘black barn’, this family home explores the use of contrast and volume. From asymmetric lines to large vaulted spaces, discover how all the design details in this home tell a story
Mountain reverie
The owner of this property wanted a house that blends with nature and the outdoors. Suffice to say the architect delivered.
Where others might fear to tread
Perched on a cliff, this home is ideally situated to enjoy spectacular views. However, the limited building footprint brought with it challenges of meeting a brief for a much larger site