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This new home optimises its heat-absorbing thermal mass in part via a sculptural north facing skylight window in the living area

The front door of this home is subtly highlighted through use of hardwood decking, feature pots and vibrant planting

For this moody kitchen, the island benchtop is in Neolith from CDK Stone while for the rear benchtop and splashback, black Dekton follows the dark theme

Riken Yamamoto, of Japan, has been awarded the 2024 Laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize – his works celebrate social transparency

This L-shaped vanity goes the extra distance – offering additional storage and a divide between bedroom and bathroom

In an interior full of surprises, a pink chandelier offers an intricate lighting feature – the designer's adage: don't be afraid to be different

This master ensuite celebrates an atmospheric vibe with dark marble walls, gunmetal finishes and subtle lighting all playing their part

This clean-lined Bel Air home responds to its position – the entry narrows your approach before opening to grand living and outlooks

This expansive kitchen has a generous feature island front and central, consisting of "the largest single piece of marble we could find"

Horizontal crown-cut American white oak, stained in a darker tone, frames Natural Antique Brown Granite for this moody kitchen island

As if this freestanding tub wasn't striking enough on the showroom floor – here, marble-look tile surrounds take it to the next level

This feature vanity benchtop has got it going on – Bengal Black granite, flamed and brushed, with rock edging smoothed off