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Introducing the perfect pairing – wood and black. The rich warmth of timber and the sheer coolness of white veined black marble are celebrated in this new two-tone kitchen, while the wider interior continues the tonal pairi...

Don't let lack of room stop you from getting the outdoor area that fits your needs. Here are some ways to make the most of your outdoor space

Brass highlights play an important part in this master bathroom's industrial yet refined aesthetic which is in keeping with the wider master suite design and the house itself 

Take a classic log cabin and add a contemporary addition – on top! See how the architects approached this tricky renovation move. The outcome speaks for itself

Here, with sliders pulled back, indoors and outdoors become one – an ideal look and feel for a coastal home. The continuation of wood flooring and the indoor-look outdoor furniture both play a part in the seamless connection

Solid walnut slat finish design including barrel vaulted ceiling ensures the viewing experience in this home theatre is on par with the sound quality 

Interior designer Jennie Dunlop encapsulates a wonderful vista with an apartment interior that's sophisticated yet relaxed 

Are you doing your bit for our beautiful, beleaguered planet? One way to contribute is to take a sustainable approach to your garden design. Here are 7 tips that will keep your garden apace wit...

This interior responds directly to the homeowner's brief for robust, but elegantly grand. The thoughtful interior design fully utilises the volumes of space crafted by the architect, with the use of high-quality materials ensuring...

This dark-stained American Oak kitchen reflects quality from its appealing surfaces to high-end appliances. As practical as it is handsome, it's more than up to the task of producing everyday fare and lavish formal ...

A dwelling that sat lightly on the land was the fundamental idea for this holiday home by Box Build. The home's upper storey cantilevers beyond the lower level by 4 metres – stretching out to the Northland views before it

Once plywood used to have something of a bad rap, but this flexible, non-warping, stronger than solid wood, and highly affordable material is increasingly celebrated as this welcoming kitchen attests. This materi...