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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

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

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 

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

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

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...

Every great story has well-defined chapters, similarly, your courtyard could be segmented into various garden rooms – here pool and al fresco dining have their own areas of operation

A sculptural wood pendant hovering over the dining table is a fitting inclusion for a home that celebrates natural materials and tones – fitting cohesively with its surrounding landscape

This upstairs study combines function with appealing design continuity – panelled cabinetry faces connect with the renovated home's classic architectural detailing, such as the ceiling architrave

Finger tiles can make a wall look busier and so make the bathroom look smaller – on the other hand, vertical finger (or Kit Kat) tiles can lead the eye up through a space, making things look more spacious