Article Images / Return to splendour

Timber floorboards were installed throughout ,and the floors were levelled to add to a sense of uniformity and flow.

Article Images / For the text generation

Casual meeting areas beside the void can also be used as staff breakout zones.

Article Images / In the hunt

In the dining area of the great room a 1933 photograph by George Chance depicts early settlement in the area.

Article Images / Setting the scene

With its dark licorice-green walls, the media room has the intimacy of a theatre.

Article Images / Guided tour

Kitchens by Design is an ideas team, says Sue Gillbanks. The company provides a complete design, supply and installation...

Article Images / Natural chic

Honed black granite countertops provide efficient work surfaces and complement the American white oak veneer cabinetry.

Article Images / Double vision

This richly colored kitchen, designed by Jeffrey Lamb, acts as a solid anchor at the rear of a light, bright living spac...

Article Images / Vibrant accent

The large island is made from 6mm composite stone placed around a timber substrata. The waterfall side encloses cabinetr...

Article Images / Pure geometry

1 entrance, 2 dining room, 3 kitchen and family room, 4 formal living room, 5 master bedroom, 6 master bathroom, 7 exerc...

Article Images / Setting the scene

Dark brown-green walls in the bedrooms provide a dramatic backdrop when glimpsed from the lighter-coloured living areas....

Article Images / Coming of age

Expansive terraces are a feature of The Lordens apartment complex in Queenstown.

Article Images / Ancient treasure

The 2004 Generation 4 Benchtop Design competition was awarded to Mal Corby of Intrigue Kitchens in New Plymouth and Well...

Article Images / Rugged and refined

This carved plexiglass and perspex sculpture by artist Bill Hayes stands near the entrance way. Fitted with glowing ligh...

Article Images / Visual harmony

The latest E:Line collection from Electrolux is designed to create a co-ordinated look in your kitchen. The side-by-side...

Article Images / It's all in the touch

The use of contrasting textures coupled with a clean uncluttered environment focuses attention on the bed, making it app...

Article Images / It's all in the touch

The white-on-white visual texture of the walls is further enhanced by the uncomplicated accessories.