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Like a traditional holiday home that has been added to over time, this new house rises out of the sand dunes to capture an expansive ocean view

Natural stone accents can introduce a dramatic textural look to your home both inside and out. Stutex Stone supplied the stone for these projects

Rainwater tanks and greywater recycling was provided by Watersmart

Just as no two families are the same, no two houses are the same. Jalcon Homes creates an individual design response for every client, no matter what's on the wish list

Comfort, durability and good looks these are the hallmarks of a contemporary home

Both the design and material palette of this new Millbrook show home reference the original gable-roofed farm buildings that once stood on the site

This spacious suburban home presents a traditional face to the street, but the interior aesthetic has a more contemporary sense of connection

Show home highlights EECA eco-friendly initiatives

Frameless glass systems from Euroglass convey contemporary luxury

With its gabled pavilions and battened weatherboards, this hill-country compound puts a contemporary spin on traditional rural buildings

Forget the inconvenience of heading to the beach this summer with your own pool

Audiovisual technology has progressed to the point where your entire house can be controlled by the touch of a button