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Concealed lighting accentuates the various feature materials in this kitchen – not least the chunky Italian Antolini stone benchtop

A dramatic Queenstown home, 90% clad in glass, makes the most of its mountain outlooks and keeps things snug thanks to ultra high spec window/door systems from Altus, fabricated and installed by Vistalite Otago  

With strong material elements indoors and out – think board formed concrete walls and a hot rolled steel interior feature – this home also celebrates blending indoor and outdoor living, courtesy of giant stacking doors

In tune with the calm, pared back feel of the wider home, this main bathroom delivers a relaxing 'bath house' vibe where the stonework and dramatic tub take centre stage 

Tasmanian oak veneer joinery, offset with shaker cabinet doors, complements this kitchen's feature Aquila marble surfaces – finishes flow through to the well-appointed butler's pantry 

The new Aventos HKi stay lift from Blum blends seamlessly into furniture – making cabinetry operation silky smooth, effortless and stylish

This contemporary, well connected Poggenpohl kitchen by Lara Farmilo is a refined yet understated match for its idyllic waterside situation

Buildology had to get clever with this renovation – retaining the home's classic street face while opening it up for modern living at the rear – this central bathroom references both old and new

Bathrooms By Elite pays homage to this home's 1960s charms, introducing classic colours and fittings – standout tiles from The Tile Depot played a key role

This new home, by Design Builders Wellington, boasts bush outlooks on three sides – Nebulite Wellington introduced advanced window/door systems from Altus that make the most of the setting and the sunshine

This inviting showhome by G.J. Gardner has a feel-good vibe with wood floors, warm tones, and character cladding – separate living and family spaces, an hotel-like master ensuite, and stand-out contemporary kitchen all feature

Congratulations to Tammy Miconi of Lot 1 Design, winner of the 2025 TIDA Australia Designer Kitchen of the Year – a new take on a country kitchen