Trendsideas

Bold tones, natural finishes and just a hint of semi-industrial elan all recommend this kitchen with dramatic views of the Queenstown scenery

Forming part of a beach house, this bathroom draws on beachy-toned elements – the result is a laid-back feel that connects with the wider home

Beyond the historic facade, a modernising renovation delivers spacious living and a pool beyond – internal courtyards bring light, while a glass corridor leads to a new grandparent retreat at back

This design offers drama – glass bridge and braille wall included – while closely responding to the owners' perceived responsibility as stewards and protectors of the environment

Landscape designer: 'The existing Murraya hedge surrounding the back yard was the perfect backdrop for an exciting new plant palette' –  always play your hero elements off their background 

Glass fencing provides swimming pool safety and contributes to a sense of greater space for this landscaping project – avoiding blocking views of the pool and the garden beyond

Two custom sinks are set into the Florim island benchtop with pared-back Vola tapware playing its part for this kitchen island – an industrial chic feel is the result

Where an A-framed house goes, an A-shaped window solution is sure to follow – here, a net provides fun and relaxation while the tall windows maximise natural light penetration

Your basin/tap pairings can make your bathroom design sing – here, Oli Wall Mount Mixers, in a Brushed Gunmetal finish, complement the Super-Thin Round Vessel basins, both from Plumbline

This indoor/outdoor room was designed to act as a large shading canopy for the dining room in summer – a central daybed makes the most of the shady-meets-sunny situation

Interior designer on island home makeover: "We used the marble and textured wallpaper to create a bespoke featured wall behind the bed – emulating the cliffs that surround the island." 

For this home theatre, the interior designer enveloped the walls in dark plaster – the accompanying walnut and steel sconces are minimal but impactful, illuminating the wall with an indirect glow