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With its bold, sculptural form, this new suburban house has a strong street presence. Its long, narrow shape also maximises a tight building site

With its bagged schist walls and gabled forms, this new house is reminiscent of historic gold-miners' huts and old stone farm buildings

It is possible to prolong the life of porous materials such as sandstone, paving or tiles without changing their natural look or feel

Although influenced by traditional French architecture, the design of this house presents a highly individual response to the local climate and the owners' lifestyle

A look to suit any decor, as well as sun protection

Whether your idea of heaven is drinks around the pool, a challenging round of golf, or lazy days lying on the beach, this is the destination for you

To give your bathroom a wake-up call, there's a new range available from Architectural Designer Products

An effective alternative to solid stone, vitrified porcelain stoneware replicates the texture and colour of real stone and requires no maintenance

Natural materials, expansive living areas, high ceilings, and design integrity all come together in the upscale residences from Denton Homes

It takes more than plants and water to make an oasis

Pietra Serena tiles are durable enough for indoor and outdoor projects and are available in a wide range of textures and colours

To complement the simple, yet sophisticated design of these ready-made pod homes, the designer specified Fisher & Paykel appliances