In high-end homes, only the best will do

Granite bench tops, feature light fittings, polished timber floors or handcrafted fixtures - it's the details that can make a nice property an outstanding one.

"It's really the combination of features and finishes selected and how they work together that take a room to the next level," Yolk interior designer Nicola Smith says.

"A well-thought-out selection of finishes from flooring, joinery materials and paint colours, through to lighting design and window treatments will result in a fully resolved space.

"The use of pattern and the use of colour in joinery can have an amazing impact. Often keeping the overall design simple will pack a punch if the detailing is immaculate."

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McGrath Dickson agent Christopher Dixon says popular home renovation shows have educated buyers who now have high expectations for interior inclusions.

"People are pretty savvy and have an expectation that if they're going to pay a premium to buy a property then a level of investment and workmanship is key," Mr Dixon says.

Luton Properties Gungahlin agent Karen Broadhurst agrees.

"What people are looking for in a large house more than anything else is high-end fittings and fixtures," Ms Broadhurst says.

"They're really looking for high-quality - good LED lighting, outdoor kitchens, double-glazed windows and high-end floor coverings."

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In high-end homes, only the best will do