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No, not a reflection – two classic fires have the heating in this interior cornered – in keeping with both the traditional home and crisp, modern kitchen

Simple and low maintenance, this garden underpins and celebrates all the sculptures on this property, including the architectural house itself

Prior to renovation this home sat down a steep drive, now it comes up to street level to greet guests and the sun – one of several bold design moves

Natural and sustainable, but not suitable for damp environments? Wrong! Modern treatments make wood the perfect ally in bathroom design – check out these examples

A floor plane and a roof plane, with fully glazed walls between – this contemporary high-end two-pavilion home is all about engaging with its mountain setting

Innovative spatial planning had knock-on effects for the finishes and furniture selection in the renovation of this Brazilian apartment 

Cross ventilation keeps things cool while warm tones and a rock of a coffee table bring a natural vibe to this family room

Here, plants in the planters include purple Aeonium Schwarzkopf and green Ceanothus Diamond eights at rear while to the right is a fan aloe underplanted with black mondo grass

Painted fluted timber climbs the wall in this double-height extension – perhaps inspired by the fluted kitchen island, or vice versa

This light and white mezzanine master bedroom slots into the peak of its dramatic, lake-side A-frame house

A pool and connected spa radiate brilliant blues while a change in mosaic tile creates a subtle, pleasing difference

Pewter toned Perrin and Rowe taps and a Burns and Ferrall stainless steel sink complement this island's moody granite benchtop