HOW TO DEFINE YOUR HOME DESIGN STYLE WITH CONFIDENCE
From colour to texture to what’s beneath the surface, here’s how to create a home that looks great and works for your lifestyle.
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Whether you’re building from scratch or renovating, locking in a cohesive design style can be one of the trickiest – and most rewarding – parts of the process. It’s not just about looks; it’s about making choices that suit your lifestyle, climate, and long-term comfort.
New resources from building experts, including a detailed style guide by CSR with inspiration from brands such as Bradford, Hebel, Monier, Cemintel, and PGH, are helping homeowners better understand the connection between materials, performance, and aesthetics.
Here are five key elements to consider when defining your home’s style and getting it right from the start.
1. Start with Style
Understanding your overall aesthetic—whether it’s Classic, Coastal, barnhouse, Industrial, or something in between—makes every other decision easier. It affects everything from the roofline to your cladding choice. For example, a Contemporary home often features clean lines and subtle contrasts, while an Industrial style leans toward bold materials and darker colours.
2. Make Colour Count
The right colour palette doesn’t just change how a home looks – it transforms how it feels. Neutral tones like soft greys and crisp whites work well in breezy, coastal designs, while dark charcoals and blacks add drama to modern or industrial exteriors. Rich browns and terracotta tones are gaining traction too, particularly for homes that aim to blend into natural surroundings.
3. Layer in Texture
Texture is one of the most underrated tools in exterior design. Think rough brick next to smooth cladding, or timber detailing beside rendered walls. Using materials with different surfaces can highlight key architectural features and add interest to otherwise flat façades. It’s also an easy way to bring character to newer builds.
4. Don’t Overlook the Invisible
Good design doesn’t stop at what you can see. The hidden layers – insulation, wall wraps, roof sarking – are critical in how liveable and energy-efficient your home is. These are choices that are often hard to change later, so it pays to get them right from the outset.
5. Think Beyond the Walls
Landscaping is more than just a finishing touch. The right mix of plants, materials and pathways can enhance your home’s style and create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Match fencing and garden materials to your architectural choices for a polished, intentional feel – and make sure your outdoor areas are as functional as they are beautiful.
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A 30-metre masterpiece unveiled in Monaco brings Lamborghini’s supercar drama to the high seas, powered by 7,600 horsepower and unmistakable Italian design.
A 30-metre masterpiece unveiled in Monaco brings Lamborghini’s supercar drama to the high seas, powered by 7,600 horsepower and unmistakable Italian design.
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When Lamborghini takes to the water, subtlety isn’t on the agenda. Unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show, the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT is a 30-metre superyacht that fuses Italian automotive theatre with cutting-edge naval engineering.
The model builds on the collaboration that began in 2020 with the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63, a sell-out success that celebrated the marque’s founding year.
This new flagship pushes the partnership between Automobili Lamborghini and The Italian Sea Group to a grander scale, designed to deliver the same adrenaline rush at sea that drivers expect behind the wheel.
“The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT redefines the concept of nautical luxury,” said Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini.
“It is not only a yacht, but an affirmation of Italian excellence. The Italian Sea Group and Automobili Lamborghini share an exclusive clientele who are passionate about beauty, technology, and extreme performance.”
Design cues are unmistakably Lamborghini. The yacht’s sharp exterior lines echo the Fenomeno supercar revealed at Monterey Car Week, complete with Giallo Crius launch livery and signature Y-shaped lighting.
Inside, the cockpit and lounges mirror the DNA of Sant’Agata supercars through hexagonal motifs, sculptural seating and dramatic contrasts. With accommodation for up to nine guests and three crew cabins, indulgence meets practicality on every deck.
Performance is equally uncompromising. Three MTU 16V 2000 M96L engines and triple surface propellers generate a combined 7,600 horsepower, driving the yacht to 45 knots at full throttle, with a cruising speed of 35 knots. Two 35 kW generators provide additional efficiency and reliability, ensuring the yacht’s power matches its presence.
Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini’s Design Director, said: “With the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT, we aimed to create a product that embodies the main design characteristics of our super sports cars. All the details, from the exterior to the colour, to the interior areas, recall and are inspired by Lamborghini’s DNA.”
Presented in scale at Monaco, the definitive Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT is scheduled to hit the water at the end of 2027. For those who demand their indulgence measured not only in metres but in knots, this is Lamborghini’s most extravagant expression yet.
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