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Clean, crisp lines and a custom skylight above make this bathroom shine – simple curves and minimising tile cuts at key points are touches that make all the difference

What happens when a celebrated interior designer turns her attention to her own garden? Here, a lush Balinese inspired Zen garden with cosy outdoor living space is the result

This light, airy, modern coastal kitchen balances function and a sense of refinement – natural stone, fluted detailing, and brushed brass handles all contribute to the latter

An oversized loft is created by merging two units – stand-outs include a radical layout, steel doors, and authentic materials

A 'boring' bungalow is opened up into a light-filled, modernist-vibe home with optimum connection to its sea views  – wraparound decks, a sheltered courtyard and the revamped pool all celebrate the natural setting

The intention for this kitchen was for it to be seen as another furniture element in the interior, with simple lines and finishes – as part of this, built-in open storage faces the living spaces

An appealing natural silvering to both the deck, and similar-look table and chairs is on the cards for this lakefront outdoor living space serving a renovated timber A-framed house

Rich-look Laminex Elegant Oak cabinetry, concealing a wealth of storage, lines this laundry – helping turn an everyday chore into a more pleasing experience

There are cantilevered tables, then there are cantilevered tables – this apartment dining table must have some serious structural thinking underpinning its long-reach design

The brief here was to create a landscape that paid homage to the original heritage of the cottage, transitioning to a more modern aesthetic with various outdoor spaces 

This al fresco kitchen features a barbecue and bar fridge with timber doors on surround – matching the adjacent table for a clean, considered aesthetic

This sculptural firepit in shaped oxidised steel is the very essence of pared back and primal – part of a renovated home where the main outlooks are trained on the garden itself