Reader roundup: Public murals and powder blues

15 Jul 2026

A Morningside mural, an exterior refresh, and striped walls. Let these projects be your inspiration to get started on your own creative jobs at home!

Remember, we love to see your finished projects, so please email us some photos and the Resene colours and/or Resene wallpapers you’ve used to [email protected].

Chanel is currently renovating a 1920s bungalow. Among other Resene hues such as Rice Cake, she also used the beautiful, gentle shade of Resene Quarter Powder Blue from the Karen Walker Paints range. Check out more of Chanel’s renovation journey in Instagram: @_h.haus_

It’s amazing what a difference a fresh coat of paint can do for an exterior, especially when it’s contrasting shades like the inky blue-black of Resene Indian Ink paired with the classic, crisp Black White.

Resene Colour Consultant Amy Watkins knows just how to build a colour scheme. If you’re stuck on what colours to choose, book your own colour consultation.

Janine gave her boys’ room a colourful refresh. “Our first time using stripes,” she says. “The white is Resene Rice Cake, the blue is Time Out, the yellow is Cream Can and we used Groovy for the doors, trims and skirting board. Such a fun project!”

Resene Design Tip: If you’re looking for fun and stylish ideas for kids’ rooms, have a browse through Resene’s habitat plus – kids' spaces booklet online, or visit your local Resene ColorShop.

Australian artist Catherine Stewart showcases the golden hour hues in her Wooragee Summer painting, which sits wonderfully on her wall at home painted in Resene Lemon Grass. To see more of Catherine’s work, visit @artshed41.

Artist Melinda Butt shares her recent artwork on a public wall in Morningside, Whangārei. The bright colours of Resene Japanese Laurel, Conifer, Sunflower, Belladona, Tory Blue and Pearl Lusta create an inviting space for locals.

Resene Pro Tip: If you’re an artist and have been commissioned to paint a public mural, check out the Resene anti-graffiti coatings range which helps to combat graffiti by providing smooth sealed surfaces that prevent penetration.

Published: 15 Jul 2026