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Designer: The Tribeca tiles by Tile Depot were the perfect backdrop – in keeping with the earthy colour palette while also adding a touch of glam

While much of this marble and wood kitchen is highlighted to glorious effect, the Miele integrated fridge/freezer has a down-played presence

A vertical tile strip in herringbone pattern provides interest behind this tub while our nearest star brings its own design lines to the party

Flying used to be glamorous, you even dressed up for it – this nature-infused, de-stressing terminal, by Boiffils Architectures, again romances the flier experience 

A precast concrete panel wall finished in rough sawn timber runs through the centre of this home from the entry to the living area, where it provides thermal mass

This pantry houses appliances at the kitchen end while at the living room end box frame doors and woven brass metal inlay evoke a furniture-like feel

A 7-tower unit complex, by MVRDV, features a central plaza where the towers break down into terraces and bay windows with pastel screens, evoking the look of a pearl

This interior fit-out of a fintech banking hub, by Damai, connects people with technology and promotes knowledge sharing – all the while looking like a motivational art gallery

For this hotel's inclusive vibe, LAAB Architects creates spaces that connect with different states of emotion – along with the city outside

This Federation renovation includes remedying a poor 1980s addition by re-creating the upper level, greatly improving the home's street appeal

This apartment interior owes its refined presence to a variety elements, from custom cabinetry to material connections and colourways – an exercise in thoughtful design decisions

A bespoke walnut framed mirror and mirror-fronted vanity drawers teamed with a dramatic black Calacatta tile behind – this bathroom banishes bland and boring