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This 21m² footprint, three-level sleepout/study is nestled amongst native trees on a residential property – shaped to conform with setbacks and the mature trees themselves, the hideaway is near invisible on approach

This interior and kitchen within it draw from the drama of the home's awe-inspiring Queenstown landscape – a relaxing material palette is rooted in the earthy tones and rich textures that echo the surrounding al...

New master suite extension meets wider re-orienting renovation – now the home has an improved entry, pivots to connect to views and pool and reflects a modern, minimalist vibe

The broad appeal required for a showhome master bathroom combines with thoughtful design integrity – a bespoke, warm and welcoming ensuite retreat results

This kitchen echoes another for the same owner, but here the materials of choice are richer and more deeply layered for an even stronger outcome with elements echoing the stunning Lake Rotoiti setting

To say window choices and their configuration played a part in the presence of this interior is something of an understatement – elegant fenestration lines stretch into the gabled roofline

For this renovation, combinations of translucent battened ceilings and walls ensure a natural flow for indoor-outdoor living – the resulting shadow play is a mesmerising bonus

This courtyard garden is the focal point for the living areas, which wrap around it – a key design element linking the architecture and the natural landscape

For this classic villa renovation, the Smartfloor Marron Oak engineered timber, by Forte, is mainly laid straight, but in the entry hall it's configured in a herringbone pattern 

In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, landscape designer Gavin Olson of Olson Landscapes explores how thoughtful landscaping can dramatically transform the way a property looks, fe...

A plush headboard makes this expansive bed all the more attractive – toning with the wall finish behind, the bedhead and wider bedroom has a colour theme of its own, as do other rooms in the interior

The story behind 20 Australian Homes by Accredited Building Designer Alex Urena