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Benchtop-to-ceiling cabinetry extends into the corners of this Sarah Robertson-designed kitchen, maximising usable space

Whether it’s for more light with privacy, or you just want that particular angle of the sun across your kitchen or coffee table, clerestory windows are an unobtrusive way to go

Building up the land in front of the deck avoided the need to have balustrades on this new home, thus keeping costs down and leaving views uninterrupted

This outdoor fire brings warmth in winter – but even in summer it is a focal point for alfresco gatherings. The sight of jumping flames at dusk is appealing whatever the season

This feature bathtub, with ornate tub surround, also benefits from concealed LED strip lighting. As well as building the drama, the LED lighting provides a restful night light

Smooth character – for this bathroom, by Arc Seven 1, smooth plaster walls work well with a polished concrete benchtop and polished concrete floors

Every little bit helps. This two-toned kitchen’s veined quartzite benchtops and splashback pick up on the white and dark tones in the room

This colourful yet understated breakfast table setting avoids overpowering the dramatic outlook to the existing mature trees beyond the home's floor-to-ceiling windows

Open to adjacent spaces in terms of both architecture and finishes, this elegant kitchen lets its architect owner take part in family proceedings and d...

This kitchen is ergonomically designed as a practical workspace. However, beyond its efficiency and sheer good looks, its other driving agenda – natu...

Clever behind-the-scenes design allows this curvaceous limestone staircase to appear to hang (or twist) in mid air. Click through to see more impressive design features in this home

Want a Greek temple without the wealth to achieve it? Here, a marble benchtop connects with exotic stone-look wall and floor tiles.