Don and Liz's 1908 bungalow needed a full restoration when they bought it 15 years ago. They were determined to get the… more
The best way to promote a forward-thinking way of living is to become your own client. Which is exactly what… more
A slatted ‘rain screen’ wall is the striking street frontage, made from sustainably milled Eco Vitex. The house, built by… more
What do you do when your home of 40 years isn’t ticking your boxes anymore?
If you’re like homeowners Stewart and…
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When Habitat of the Week readers Paul and Di wrote to us about their conversion of an old barn, we… more
Something good often comes out of adversity and in the aftermath of the devastating Christchurch earthquakes, a new and arguably… more
Stripes are in. Or up and down. Or side to side. Whichever way,
stripes are covering our interior surfaces in all…
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What is it with white and bathrooms? Yes, it makes them look clean and neat… but also sometimes chilly and… more
Designed as a showhome for Masonry Design Solutions (MDS) to demonstrate the quality of their handiwork, this impressive property overlooks… more
The 80s heralded a raft of brave new styles full of glitz, glam and electropop hues. Though the economic times… more
Marble is one of the most elegant building materials out there – and one that’s been in use nearly as… more
After more than seven years of renovations to create their dream home, it’s pretty safe to say designer David and… more
Five years ago, Sarah inherited her 1903, four-bedroom Wellington villa from her parents. “I knew the house and area well… more
There’s more family than usual involved in this four-bedroom family home outside Hamilton. The land for the house where Brett,… more
Ask Nicole what she loves most about her home and the list is long. Ah, the benefits of helping to… more
With its boldly patterned walls and bright accent colours, the elegant interior of Rhys and Wanda's Devonport villa is a visual delight. It took a major renovation… more
"It doesn't look like much from the road, does it?" says Linda of the 15-year-old plaster and aluminium house that she,… more
"I had gone over to look at the home with no intention to buy at all," recalls the owner of… more
"From the moment we saw this house, we loved the spacious living room and kitchen areas with their glorious outlook… more
At one end of the L-shaped living room, a relaxed seating area is created with comfy sofas, a TV, shelves… more
Dennis and Alhazmi's Avondale home was a traditional 1950s bungalow until they transformed it outside and in, with bold colour… more
The master bedroom is full of light, enhanced by soft Resene Spanish White on the walls. more
While John and Linley's Coromandel beach house may look sleek and modern these days, in fact it has a long and… more
Ask Steve and Gaynor what they love about their home, and you're in for a long list. While waxing lyrical about their stunning… more
The open-plan living area, painted Resene Half Tea, takes full advantage of the sea views. The kitchen cabinets match the… more
Once a two-bedroom, 1940s brick-and-tile state house, the original form of Keith and Esther's Point Chevalier home is barely recognisable these days. After an… more
"It looked like a house dumped in the middle of a paddock," says Jodie of the first time that she… more
If you don’t want a full green wall but want a bit of botanics in your life, these cool agapanthus… more
Really get into the feel with this dramatic sailing ship Komar photomural. See the full range on the Resene website. more
Or use this smartly striped Flex Flash Funky wallpaper, no 45902, for a crisp naval look. See the full range… more
The headboards of the bed are painted Resene Robin Egg Blue in the bedrooms, where Kirsty can give her love… more
So many of us think of neutral paint colours as white or cream but neutrals don’t just stop there. When… more
The wow factor in full force in the guest bathroom. Melanie doesn’t hold back with Room 20 Wallpaper 8800-62 from… more
In recent times it’s been a very brave soul indeed who decided not to use white or off-white cabinetry in… more
A rich chocolate of Resene Fudge gives instant personality and glamour to this living room. It’s part of a full… more
While a glamorous heritage theatre took out the grand prize in the 2013 Resene Total Colour Awards last night, an… more
Step 1: If the pattern is quite complex, mark it out first on card or
even on a batten so that you…
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A former rest home that was a maze of cubicles has been relocated and reborn as a serene and beautiful… more
A shared background in design was definitely an advantage when Glenn Peters and Penny Hornsby took on the task of… more
The slightly darker mid-toned neutral of Resene Eighth Masala gives this bedroom a soothing coolness. At full strength, Resene Masala… more