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Bright and breezy, this kitchen owes its airy nature to plenty of natural light and choice of materials – pale green tile splashback included

Florim Porcelain stoneware sheet in a Natural finish, from Artisan Stone, provides a moody, complementary surface to a sleek Fisher & Paykel gas hob

It can't be over stated the natural, warm, serene ambiance that wood can evoke – this dining setting offers a relaxing case in point

Here, a sculptural freestanding tub, from Robertson, ups its dramatic presence thanks to feature copper-toned tile surroundings

Subject to room shuffling and wall dismantling, this reinvented apartment interior draws connectivity throughout timeless parquet flooring

The casual guest is spoilt for choice when checking their face in this art-infused powder room complete with in-keeping curvaceous wall mirrors

This home is all about respecting the land and celebrating the views – so, why not make the most of your favourite outlook with an artistic framing?

Bamboo X-treme Cladding and Decking by Plantation Bamboo are game changing products for homebuilders – offering, durability, sustainability and a natural aesthetic

A leathered Super White granite island benchtop contributes a tactile element to this kitchen – the stone's subtle, dimple-like texture is a pleasure to touch

The soaring upper louvres in this living area are operated by an automatic system while the lower louvres are manual, with the two control systems integrated

Here, the designer uses simple forms of large insitu concrete pavers that matched the house form to lead guests down to the entrance

Open to surprising elements, the funkier the better, ran the owner brief – the resulting kitchen delivers with bold stone and clever functionality