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A feature curved end on this kitchen island is further accentuated by being finished in vertical dowel strip – an element that also connects with similar detailing elsewhere in the home

This home combines contemporary architecture with classic lines – at least on top – a traditional gabled roof, by Monoghan, provides enduring protection and is the only visible element from the street

The upper floor of this Bel Air home, enclosed in white aluminium vertical screens, appears to be reaching for the skies – the pristine, clean element 'floats' above a monolithic concrete base

A sleek Smeg induction hob keeps things clean and understated while directly above an integrated Smeg rangehood disappears behind closed cabinetry doors in this contemporary kitchen 

This windowless bathroom is a symphony of grey surfaces – except for the cantilevered rich-toned wood vanity which stands out from the crowd in more ways than one

A modest rural brick abode expands into a light-filled farmstead complete with pool house and an interior fit-out that merges relaxed rustic with opulence

Paths aren't just a way around the garden without getting your shoes or feet dirty – they can lead your direction, inform the house or garden architecture and add texture – along with...

Open shelving on the front of this island lets cookbooks and beloved objets be front and central – the wooden shelves can also change the look of the kitchen day to day – depending on what's on display

A sculptural wood pendant hovering over the dining table is a fitting inclusion for a home that celebrates natural materials and tones – fitting cohesively with its surrounding landscape

Sustainability takes many forms – here, drought resistant plants find favour as unpredictable weather patterns continue to impact many regions of Australasia

Finger tiles can make a wall look busier and so make the bathroom look smaller – on the other hand, vertical finger (or Kit Kat) tiles can lead the eye up through a space, making things look more spacious

Every great story has well-defined chapters, similarly, your courtyard could be segmented into various garden rooms – here pool and al fresco dining have their own areas of operation