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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

Kitchen appliances blend with the sleek cabinetry

Clay bricks and roof tiles can be used to add warmth to the industrial influences of contemporary architecture CSR Bricks & Roofing are clay specialists

The look of natural stone can turn a fireplace, a wall or even a kitchen splashback into a primary feature. CraftStone provides an economic, no-fuss approach

Houses designed specifically to a client's needs are the forte of Graeme Alexander Homes

Creating a home that is custom built to the client's requirements is the work of Starr Constructions

This home takes its cue from the formality of the local heritage architecture, while drawing on concepts of site-specific design and open-plan living

Light-blue walls and pale furnishings complement the waterfrontsetting of this new city apartment. They also make a tranquil, reflectivebackdrop for the owner's dynamic art collection