Article Images / Industrial strength

Small details add a personalized touch to the room's clean lines.

Article Images / Hidden jewel

Similar materials feature in the family living area. The half-wall in the foreground forms part of a new audiovisual cen...

Article Images / Making a comeback

Bluestone steps rise to form a bridge that connects the more traditional front of the house with the contemporary rear....

Article Images / Cosmopolitan ideal

Recessed cavity sliders extend the entertaining zone right through into the kitchen.

Article Images / Walk the line

The concrete and glass cabinet faces the dining area. This tall element is balanced at the other end of the benchtop by...

Article Images / Forward thinking

A single DishDrawer is a convenient space-saving option for smaller households. This kitchen was designed by architect R...

Article Images / Even flow

The open floor plan on the first level uses furniture groupings to designate living spaces.

Article Images / Catch of the day

The reflective properties of glass add an extra dimension to the design, pulling in the exterior views. Strong horizonta...

Article Images / Fronting up

This apartment kitchen, designed by Susanne Zeidler, has grey walls and beige cabinetry. These provide a neutral backgro...

Article Images / Tall order

All rooms are designed to enhance the contemporary styling.

Article Images / Inside out

A wine fridge tucked into one end of the island allows easy access – from inside and out – to cool drinks.

Article Images / High impact

The tempered glass and sweeping curves of the Robinhood Arco Plus canopy hood are designed to make a bold statement in a...

Article Images / A good look all round

Open to the sea on one side and a shady courtyard on the other, the large kitchen includes a long island which doubles a...

Article Images / Far horizons

Exposed rafters retain a little of the original character of the house.

Article Images / At one with nature

Oak tree motifs are etched into the windows in the master bathroom.

Article Images / Branded

In the staff cafeteria there is a curved design on the floorcovering. This photograph by Danny Kildare.

Article Images / White light

The open-plan space includes two living areas. The dining table was handmade from Singaporean hardwood.

Article Images / In the frame

As well as providing a large work surface, the island doubles as a casual dining area. One appliance garage hides the mi...

Article Images / Moving with the times

The cabinetry on the right incorporates an integrated refrigerator and pull-out pantry.

Article Images / Catering for two or 20

Fisher & Paykel's new Designer Series appliances helped determine the design of this kitchen. The flush lines and sleek,...

Article Images / Tall order

Historic elements have been preserved, retaining the character of the original brickworks. Brick has also been incorpora...