Re-modelling an existing layout from an old country look to a new modern take on country style. This budget kitchen was in need of a makeover and light and bright was a key factor in the re-design.

The outside kitchen was constructed using black galaxy granite tops and compact laminate cupboards (which can withstand complete exposure to the outside elements). A bespoke stainless steel splashback completed the seamless look. An oversized stainless sink, extending tap, bbq, commercial gas oven and glass/dish washing machine and bar/food fridge completed the design. mike newell status images

Open kitchen to a 550 SQFT oriental style apartment in Hong Kong
Design ideas for a small world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Hong Kong with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar, yellow floors and white worktops.

Alterations and additions to a very modest beach side bungalow in order to create a modest family home that provides connected flexible spaces that merge internal living zones to the landscape beyond. image by Studio Next

Design ideas for a small world-inspired kitchen/diner in Milan with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.

Small world-inspired l-shaped kitchen/diner in Nantes with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and grey worktops.

They say the magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave and even better to come back and that is exactly what this family wanted to create when they purchased their Bondi home and prepared to renovate. Like Marilyn Monroe, this 1920’s Californian-style bungalow was born with the bone structure to be a great beauty. From the outset, it was important the design reflect their personal journey as individuals along with celebrating their journey as a family. Using a limited colour palette of white walls and black floors, a minimalist canvas was created to tell their story. Sentimental accents captured from holiday photographs, cherished books, artwork and various pieces collected over the years from their travels added the layers and dimension to the home. Architrave sides in the hallway and cutout reveals were painted in high-gloss black adding contrast and depth to the space. Bathroom renovations followed the black a white theme incorporating black marble with white vein accents and exotic greenery was used throughout the home – both inside and out, adding a lushness reminiscent of time spent in the tropics. Like this family, this home has grown with a 3rd stage now in production - watch this space for more... Martine Payne & Deen Hameed

Benito Martin Photographer
Inspiration for a small world-inspired kitchen/dining room in Sydney with travertine flooring, beige floors and brown walls.

Inspiration for a small world-inspired u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Madrid with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances and no island.

Alterations and additions to a very modest beach side bungalow in order to create a modest family home that provides connected flexible spaces that merge internal living zones to the landscape beyond. image by Studio Next

Alterations and additions to a very modest beach side bungalow in order to create a modest family home that provides connected flexible spaces that merge internal living zones to the landscape beyond. image by Studio Next

Alterations and additions to a very modest beach side bungalow in order to create a modest family home that provides connected flexible spaces that merge internal living zones to the landscape beyond. image by Studio Next

Maude Artarit
Inspiration for a small world-inspired master bedroom in Paris with green walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.

Divine Bathroom Kitchen Laundry
Inspiration for a small world-inspired single-wall laundry cupboard in Brisbane with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, an integrated washer and dryer, white floors and grey worktops.

Maude Artarit
Photo of a small world-inspired master bedroom in Paris with green walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Maude Artarit
Design ideas for a small world-inspired mezzanine living room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Daniel Chia
Inspiration for a small world-inspired galley kitchen in Singapore with no island.

Maude Artarit
Inspiration for a small world-inspired ensuite bathroom in Paris with glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, black and white tiles, a wall-mounted sink, wooden worktops and a hinged door.

Divine Bathroom Kitchen Laundry
Inspiration for a small world-inspired l-shaped laundry cupboard in Brisbane with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, an integrated washer and dryer, white floors and grey worktops.