This bathroom evokes the warm-toned vibe of historic Arrowtown – earthy tones, tactile finishes, and muted colour combine to create a dramatic yet calming space that feels welcoming, grounded and refined

Giant windows frame broad sea views in this fanned out, highly sustainable home constructed using precast insulated concrete panels – solar power and water recycling are just two green moves of many in this planet-friendly design

Maintaining material consistency across a large space without creating visual monotony was a consideration for this kitchen – European White Oak served as the foundation, yet depth and variation were introduced through nuanced changes in texture and construction

A modest-sized bathroom space is transformed into a tranquil spa-like retreat with a feature curved nib wall, custom vanity, tiled shower seat, and concealed storage

Reflecting the wider interior's Japanese principles of ‘Wabi-Sabi’, this kitchen boasts materials with a rustic simplicity – an indoor-outdoor counter 'passes through' the kitchen window wall to the outdoor barbecue

Drama is built into the architectural bones of this house – two prominent stone tile walls enhances privacy and a narrow approach before one wall ‘swings’ open for a grand reveal of the intimate coastal connection

The smallest room in the house is also often the most surprising – powder rooms present an opportunity to break with your wider interior to create spaces with drama and personal pampering at heart, as these stand-out designs reflect

This home nestled on a vineyard celebrates its surroundings while reflecting the owner's own bold style – interiors features wild wallpaper, ribbed cabinetry and, appropriately, a dark olive wine cellar