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In this minimalist kitchen, the island tap takes on sculptural significance
Minimalist can still be material rich. A contributor in this pared back kitchen is the island's curvaceous Icon sink mixer in brass
The roof on this renovated home has a secondary role
An angled roof line harmonises the existing part of this home – left of the void – with rebuilt rooms to the right. Plus, an angled black column appearing as a continuation of the roof...
Why you should have an in-wall cistern for your new toilet
Is an in-wall cistern right for your bathroom? Get the inside scoop on your biggest questions, concerns and hesitations.
A wooden stool is an easy way to add texture to a neutral interior
This subtly toned interior provides a great back drop for quirky furniture features that can be swapped in or out. The wooden stool seen here is just the start
The sink and tap in this kitchen were designed to be discreet
Want a kitchen that plays down its functionality? Well perfectly formed yet understated tapware can be a part of that – as with this kitchen. For more professional design id...
The opulent mosaic backdrop of this bathtub is like a thousand spotlights
Want to combine a wall finish with a lighting source? Mosaic tiles provide a twinkling backdrop to this sculptural bathtub
Crisp and contemporary, this kitchen avoids fussy details such as cabinetry handles for a clean, almost sculptural aesthetic – lighting
While this kitchen avoids fussy details for a clean look, the Y Chandelier, by Dougla...
Why soaking in the scenery is easy from this bathtub
A freestanding curvaceous tub is a focal point of this bathroom, while adjacent shutters offer the bather garden views
The benchtop in this kitchen appears to levitate off the ground
Are benchtops like jeans? Flares one minute, drainpipes the next? Much like jeans today, with benchtops anything that works is 'in'. This svelte benchtop appears to almost...
Classic meets contemporary in this bungalow bathroom renovation
A renovation project by architect Carolyn Smith of Architecture Smith + Scully has brought a transitional bungalow, previously altered in the 1970s, up to modern spec, thr...
New lean-to adds valuable space to this retro kitchen makeover
Panelled doors, traditional cabinetry pulls, a retro fridge and subway tiles are all in keeping with the age of the home in this kitchen renovation
This cedar-clad home feels like a retreat beside the river
River one side, busy road the other, this home tucks into its own world, only revealing its stunning, up-close-and-personal outlooks when it wants to