Trendsideas

Pavers with plantings run round this home – the border connecting with the architecture and also softening its relationship to the sprawling gardens

Designer: "We designed and built strong angles within the hardscaping – reflecting on and replicating the contemporary lines of the house form."

For this penthouse interior, furniture curation reinforces a contemporary atmosphere – the kitchen table with living edge wooden top and perspex leg contributes to the quirky decor

A feature panelled wall in this guest bedroom connects with panelled elements in other areas of the interior, for a flow on effect and cohesion throughout the home

Contemporary design meets classic accents in this generous four pavilion home with pool – each design decision was crafted to further tranquillity and a restful atmosphere

Spectacular city views from on high and separate his and hers bathrooms and walk-in robes – this 34th-floor apartment master suite stretches out in its setting in more ways than one

Once a barn, now reinvented as a guest house complete with this rustic kitchen – materials and colours are inspired by the surrounding rural landscape

Concealed lighting creates a soft ambience in this master bedroom – a place where flattering lighting is always welcome

Dimond Roofing celebrates 60 years as a leader in New Zealand's roofing and cladding industries – innovation, impeccable quality, proven service and core sustainability are all part of the success story

This bathroom features mosaic finger tiles used throughout, chosen for their aesthetics and in part to create the illusion of a larger room – by drawing the eye to every inch of space

The owners requested a ‘dark’ and ‘moody’ look for this kitchen – the Negresco granite island, dark-stained Ash timber cabinetry and blackened steel plate doors hiding the extractor all deliver

This kitchen's quiet cabinetry colour palette avoids competing with the wider aesthetic, Berrini Honed Quartzite Benchtop and white oak flooring included