From dark and dated, to a sepia-toned vision of rustic chic, the redesign of this LA home is a masterclass in how to update old and tired spaces

See how a modest suburban home in Melbourne's east was retained and enhanced to benefit the owners, while creating minimal waste.

See the transformation of this carpeted garage to a plywood- and cork-clad at-home getaway designed by Lovers Unite.

Nestled on a secluded corner and set behind a discreet gate, the home offers a remote city escape. Photo 1 of 10 in A Rare Island Retreat Just Outside London Lists for £1.7M. Browse inspirational photos of modern homes.

With the views of the Victorian coastline front and centre, Tom Robertson Architects build a family's sweet escape into two timber pavilions, conscious of their natural surrounds.

The kitchen is open to the small living area with OR.CA outdoor sofas and another Armadillo rug. The pedestal coffee table is by Hawk and Stone. Photo 6 of 19 in When a Landscape Designer Found This Cork-Clad Home for Sale in L.A., It Was Kismet. Browse inspirational photos of modern homes.

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Crashing waves and rugged terrain are all part of the attraction for this young family in the coastal town of Wombarra, who live in a cedar-clad shack high above the water.

Skylights built into the patio provide natural light to the desk area. Photo 12 of 19 in When a Landscape Designer Found This Cork-Clad Home for Sale in L.A., It Was Kismet. Browse inspirational photos of modern homes.

Interior designer Rosan Beltran takes us through the 10-month complete renovation of her 1936 Craftsman bungalow in Los Angeles.