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Our top five bathroom picks that don’t play it safe with white
01 May 2025
While white bathrooms have long reigned supreme in the world of interiors, there’s a colourful revolution bubbling away behind closed doors – and we’re here for it. Whether it’s moody…
How to pick the right exterior paint colour for your home
27 Mar 2025
The exterior of your home is the first thing people see, making it an important canvas to showcase style and personality. Whether you’re drawn to timeless neutrals, rich earthy tones…
A fresh coat of charm: Breathing new life into a Wellington gem
04 Feb 2025
Sitting proudly in the hills of Melrose, Wellington, is a home that effortlessly blends heritage charm with modern-day comfort. Basking in all-day sun and overlooking breathtaking views, this 1930s beauty…
Painting the perfect picture: Timeless home exterior ideas
17 Dec 2024
Choosing the right exterior colours for your home is more than just a design decision – it’s about creating a lasting impression that reflects your surroundings and personal style. From…
The charming transformation of a French country home
23 Oct 2024
Tucked among a grove of large trees on a generous 2200m² site, this French country home, originally built in the late 1930s as a farm cottage, boasts unique character and…
Stunning bathroom and powder room ideas – plus our top tips!
25 Sep 2024
Bathrooms and powder rooms are more than just functional spaces – they’re areas of your home that can make a big design statement. Whether you want a relaxing retreat or…
Easy cost-effective ideas for renters
14 May 2024
Renters rejoice! Just because you’re not the one who owns your home, it doesn’t mean you can’t decorate it and make it a space that you love. With a bit…
Moody makeover: Five ways to incorporate dark hues in your home
24 Apr 2024
With a rich palette of hues and versatile wallpaper designs, Resene has what you need to explore the allure of darkness in your home décor. From sumptuous floral patterns to…
Warm vs cool: Deciding on the right colour palette for your home
11 Apr 2024
Generally speaking, cool colours are blues, greens and purples, while warm colours are reds, oranges and yellows. However, it is possible to have a cool colour with a warm undertone…
Purple passion: Five ways to embrace this regal hue in your home
14 Nov 2023
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. You can help to support a good cause by Hosting a ‘Big Purple Dinner’ your way! Eat purple, dress purple, decorate with purple and…
Designing your perfect home interior using mood boards
04 Oct 2023
Creating the perfect ambiance in your home is a combination of personal style, well selected colour and attention to detail. Mood boards can be an invaluable tool to get you…
Transforming your home into a Hamptons retreat
20 Sep 2023
The allure of the Hamptons style is ever enduring in home design, characterised by its breezy, coastal charm and timeless elegance. Achieving this look in your home doesn't have to…
From Tūī's eyes to home design: A nature inspired wonder in Wānaka
20 Sep 2023
Ever wondered how the Tūī bird experiences the world? This designer’s vision of a Wānaka home sought to emulate the world through the eyes of the Tūī in their architectural…
Exploring the psychology of colour in interior design
25 Jul 2023
When it comes to interior design, colour plays a vital role in creating the desired ambiance and influencing our emotions. Understanding the psychology behind paint colours will allow you to…
A breath of fresh air: Restoring charm to a beachside bungalow
22 Jun 2023
Nestled just a few houses from the beach, this charming bungalow owned by Jacquie and Gerard has undergone a remarkable transformation. Built in 1926 with cedar, the original house exuded…
Creating your dream bedroom: 5 ideas that will elevate your sleep space
23 May 2023
Your bedroom is more than just a space for rest and relaxation, it's a personal sanctuary where dreams are nurtured and rejuvenation takes flight. The design of your bedroom plays…
Cabincore chic: How to achieve the look without going full rustic
17 May 2023
Romanticising the idea of living in a cabin or a cottage in the woods, away from the hustle and bustle of city life, cabincore is characterised by a focus on…
Hamptons meets the countryside: A winning combination for this converted barn house
10 May 2023
Amalia and Matt bought a barn shed in 2014 with a vision to transform it into a modern Hamptons style barn house. Using bold greys like Resene Ironsand and gentle…
The royal treatment: Luxurious decorating ideas for your home
26 Apr 2023
Leading up to the King’s coronation we have put together some royal inspired interior looks to fit the mood. This style is often characterised by its luxurious and ornate features…
Reviving a traditional bungalow: An elegant and timeless design for a Ponsonby home
19 Apr 2023
As with many older homes, especially those that haven’t been renovated in over 50 years, there are often unforeseen hurdles. Interior designer, Katie Scott, doesn’t let this stop her creating…
‘Home sweet organised home’ - Tips for decluttering in style
04 Apr 2023
Having an organised home can do wonders for your mental and emotional well-being. You can still enjoy a peaceful and harmonious home without forsaking your favourite shades. With a bit…
The art of minimalism with a splash of colour: Tips for a balanced look
15 Mar 2023
Minimalist interior design is a popular and timeless style that emphasizes simplicity, functionality, and clean lines. It often relies on neutral colours, clear surfaces, and uncluttered spaces to create a…
A labour of love: Restoring charm to a neglected villa
15 Mar 2023
This delightful Wellington villa had been through two major renovations before Russell and Anna Allen bought it. However, some years of ‘deferred maintenance’ from the previous owner meant the couple…
Beyond borders: International themed interior ideas
08 Mar 2023
From chic New York to Japanese zen, we’ve got the global inspiration to bring a bit of worldly charm to your home. With a wide range of Resene paints and…
Industrial chic: A balance of form and function
21 Feb 2023
With its unique blend of rugged and refined elements, the industrial chic design has gained popularity in recent years. With its roots in the factories and warehouses of the 19th…
Christy and Simon’s dream home in St Clair
25 Jan 2023
Buying a house can be tricky, especially when you can’t find one that ticks off everything on your dream home checklist. Seeking a specific design and layout to complement their…
Top stories for 2022: From restored villas to blue-themed rooms and inspiring neutrals, these are our most-popular reads this year
20 Dec 2022
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to revisit habitat readers’ most read stories of 2022. From villa makeovers to a whimsical gingerbread home and tips for trying…
Beach house style: Coastal colour schemes to embrace at home or the bach
02 Nov 2022
In New Zealand and Australia, no matter where you are, you’ve never very far from the beach. Many of us have grown up in or around the water, so why…
In classic 70s fashion, this Arrowtown holiday home croons Colour my World
29 Sep 2022
In classic 70s fashion, this Arrowtown holiday home croons Colour my World
If the 1990s was grunge and the 1980s was big hair, then the 1970s was all about earthy colours.…
Black and White – 6 modern takes on monochrome
29 Sep 2022
Is there a more classic colour combination than black and white? This pared back palette lends any space instant sophistication and is far more flexible than you might think.
Even if…
From 70s funk to modern haven with three different Resene greens
15 Sep 2022
When Alex and Brendon walked into their 70s home for the first time, they immediately saw charm and potential – even though the property had some quirks. When the couple…
Home design ideas to help you brush up on your artistic side
15 Sep 2022
While we’re all fond of blocks of bold colour, or swathes of sophisticated neutrals in our interiors, sometimes they might just need a little bit of extra artistic flair.
Adding unexpected…
Three’s The Block NZ: Kitchen & Dining room week
08 Sep 2022
Kitchen & Dining room week on The Block NZ is always sure to bring some drama, but despite a power cut, a leak, multiple delays and an artwork fiasco the…
Personal space: five bedroom styles that beckon
08 Sep 2022
Bedrooms are personal sanctuaries where we want to relax and retreat. They’re also a place where you can experiment to create an interior style that really reflects your personality.
Because they’re…
Three’s The Block NZ: Master bedrooms and ensuites revealed
24 Aug 2022
This week on Three’s The Block NZ, teams were tasked with completing their master bedroom and ensuite space. Judges were impressed this week with the teams’ use of Resene colours…
Become a special effects artist in your home: A beginner’s guide to limewashing, chalk paint and Resene FX Paint Effects medium
11 Aug 2022
You’d be surprised at the range of completely unique looks you can achieve with paint, from watercolour walls to faux stone finishes. It’s all possible with the Resene FX Paint…
5 ways to play with pattern in your home
03 Aug 2022
Nothing adds character to a room like a pattern – whether you’re a fearlessly bold decorator or relaxed minimalist, patterns are worth embracing in any home. It can feel easier…
Three’s The Block NZ: It’s Family Bathroom week
03 Aug 2022
Another action-packed week on Three’s The Block NZ saw the teams create four stunning family bathrooms. The soft and neutral Resene Half Bianca, Resene Half Sea Fog and Resene Eighth Pravda all…
Understated coastal charm in Castlepoint with Resene Sea Fog and Resene Silver Sand
03 Aug 2022
Peer out the window of this Wairarapa Coast home and you might spy fur seals, dolphins or nesting gulls. Perched on a hilly corner in Castlepoint, this home is character-packed…
1950s ex-rental transformed into chic family home with barely there neutrals
21 Jul 2022
When Sarah moved into her Tauranga ex-rental home, it was a little on the neglected side. Despite its worn carpets and some interesting colour choices (one room a frightening deep…
Cosy wooden Wanaka home’s makeover in Resene neutrals inspired by the snowy landscape
13 Jul 2022
Enveloped by the mountains and sitting lakeside in Wanaka, Maggie and Lawrence’s home needed a colour palette to match their picturesque setting. Resene Foggy Grey and Resene Half Periglacial Blue…
Small wonders: Teeny House winners revealed!
23 Jun 2022
The winners of the Habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition show that size doesn’t matter when it comes to creativity and style. Decorators young and old entered the competition which…
Get in shape: Five geometric wallpaper looks for your home
01 Jun 2022
There’s nothing that refreshes a space in a dramatic way quite like wallpaper. Contrast and character can spill into a room with the right wallpaper. Walls can come to life…
Friluftsliv: The Scandi interior trend taking the world by storm
26 May 2022
Friluftsliv is a Norwegian philosophy making a big impact in interiors– even if most people don’t know how to say it. Pronounced ‘free-loofts-liv’, the phrase loosely translates to ‘free air…
Embrace your dark side with vampy interiors
05 May 2022
Go deep, dark and dramatic with a vampy interior look this winter. Inkier hues can be used to suit your existing personal style, be it a moody and mystical look…
House exterior inspiration with Resene and Marley Stratus Design Series®
28 Apr 2022
Rainwater solutions and exterior style with Marley
Choosing your home’s exterior colour scheme is a huge decision. Not only is it a significant investment but you want to choose a look…
Trend alert: Six colours we can’t get enough of right now
21 Apr 2022
Like trends in fashion, building design or music, our collective taste in colours is constantly evolving. Our fondness for certain colours is influenced by all sorts of external factors from pop…
Renovation of dilapidated villa is a master class in how to use neutral paint colours
13 Apr 2022
When Bridget and Tom bought their grand old villa on top of a sunny hill in Whanganui it was never intended to be their forever home. Instead, they planned to…
Peaceful Auckland bungalow makes a bold statement in the living room
23 Mar 2022
Jenny’s painter thought she was crazy when she told him she was painting her Auckland bungalow’s living room a steely charcoal. Thankfully, the end result in Resene Half Foundry sings…
Get the Bridgerton look with these Regencycore inspired trends
24 Mar 2022
Whether you’ve delved into the TV genre of period dramas or not, Regency era interiors are all the rage and are here for us to take a little opulent inspiration…
Revamp any room with a painted arch: Five curvaceous ideas
09 Mar 2022
If there’s a room in your home that you feel needs a little reinvention, a painted archway could be just what you need. A complete room refresher doesn’t mean you…
Make your mark with wood stains indoors and out
17 Feb 2022
Back in the day wood stain used to really only come in one colour - a good old dark brown. That’s the colour of all wood, right? Particularly if you…
A new build that’s both chic and family-friendly with Resene Black White and Resene Wafer and a cute-as a-button play kitchen for the kids
17 Feb 2022
When Jessica and Nick Robinson built their home in Rolleston, near Christchurch they made sure every detail was just how they dreamed it will be. This included designing two kitchens:…
Ten inspiring wallpapers to bring rooms to life
03 Feb 2022
Wallpaper is one of the quickest ways to add character and make a space feel elegant and composed. If a room is dull with no interesting architectural features, wallpaper can…
A kaleidoscope of colour creates the ‘wow’ factor in a 72 sqm apartment
02 Feb 2022
When Lynette first viewed the Mt. Maunganui flat she would eventually buy, she knew it wouldn’t be staying Resene Tea for very long.
No, for Lynette, bold colour is far…
Eight Resene dark greens and how to use them
16 Dec 2021
Green is a colour that can evoke powerful emotion, it’s a dominant colour in nature associated with renewal and life and so represents harmony, balance and peace. And who doesn’t…
Create Christmas with the colours of the South Pacific: Blue and green festive ideas
02 Dec 2021
Two festive room ideas
Christmas is on the cards… but not the one with snowy winter wonderlands!
Here, in the South Pacific the colours of our world are the calming blues of the…
How to create the beach-house vibe with shades of the coast
25 Nov 2021
It’s a look that never dates – the washed blues, seafoam greens and subtle shades of white that together create the easy, breezy beach-house style.
The coastal spirit starts with paint.…
The hottest paint colours and decorating trends for 2022
29 Sep 2021
Creativity is on trend this year and the hottest Resene paint colours are here to help. We all have our own unique and wonderful style, so much so that some…
An empty Feilding paddock becomes a family home with an inspired moody dark grey colour palette including Resene Blue Charcoal and Resene Crowshead
23 Sep 2021
Sarah and Chris don’t do things by halves. With nothing but a few paddocks on the outskirts of Feilding and an ambitious idea, the couple embarked on the challenge of…
White done right: Shades of white and green transform this 1930s bungalow
16 Sep 2021
Interior designer Litsa Jackson has a way with white. Ever since she began her interior design business, Inside Storey, she’s loved the way the perfect white can bring a space…
Going for gold: Meet the Olympians juggling home renovations, parenthood and running a business
09 Sep 2021
Olympic duo Jamie Prebble and Sophie Prebble (nee Cocks) are capable of anything. The new parents have proven they are pros both on and off the field, juggling running their…
A splash in time: Eight stylish interior designs that have stood the test of time
23 Dec 2021
Time flies when it comes to the latest trends in interior design. With daring décor and new colour palettes to be discovered around every corner, take a moment to embrace…
Open plan hacks: How to make your spaces work for you
11 Aug 2021
Open up to the idea of doing more with your space. Open plan homes have become increasingly popular and with a range of Resene colours and some creative hacks, it’s…
A gate to remember: A garden that pops with colour in Hurunui
13 Aug 2021
When Meg calls her Hurunui home a “do-up”, she just might be making the understatement of the year. When she and her husband, Tom, moved in 30 years ago, the…
7 kitchen designers share their top kitchen design tips and Resene colour choices
29 Jul 2021
We’ve rounded up some of the most drool-worthy kitchens and their talented designers to bring you a smorgasbord of advice to spice up your kitchen with colour. With a sprinkle…
Three storey 110-year-old villa is rejuvenated with Resene paints after surviving tornado and 600km relocation
15 Jul 2021
The renovation of Huntly House has more drama than a reality TV show. Homeowners Hayley and Chris embarked on an incredible adventure when they restored their triple storey, seven bedroom…
A roomy rebuild in Onehunga is colour matched to the last detail with Marley and Resene
17 Jun 2021
When Louise and Eugene bought their home in Onehunga, Auckland in 2009 their four-bedroom house was squeezed into only 112 square metres. More than a decade and two kids later…
These colour ideas will have your home fit for royalty – from jewel tones to purple reign
03 Jun 2021
Give your home the royal treatment this long weekend. Embrace your inner king or queen and pamper yourself with a room painted in royal colours. Resene has a rich range…
A derelict century-old Carterton villa is restored to its original glory (you won't believe what it used to look like)
13 May 2021
Chessa Stevens realised her childhood dream when she restored this century-old villa. As a young girl, Chessa remembers driving past the dilapidated house in her hometown of Carterton and wishing…
Calming interior colours: Six pretty-quick fixes that’ll help you relax to the max.
07 Apr 2021
Is there a space at your place in which you can really switch off? Everybody needs a little time away, and with Resene paints and a little know-how, that can…
What a transformation! Elegant Resene silver greys and blues take this 1930s Takapuna home from tired to triumph
01 Apr 2021
Designer Natalie DuBois had a challenge on her hands renovating this petite 1930s semi-detached home into a family space with room to move. With windows on three sides and only…
Great green ideas to transform your home into an indoor oasis
24 Mar 2021
As the natural world blazes with the rich reds and oranges of autumn, find your indoor oasis with Resene’s wide range of revitalising greens. From a small splash of paint…
6 bright and beautiful yellow ideas for your home
28 Jan 2021
Add street appeal with a yellow front door. The door on this villa is painted in Resene Turbo with Resene White on the trim and weatherboards in Resene Triple Concrete.…
Minor changes that make a big impact: Ways to improve a rental property using paint
20 Jan 2021
Painting walls and furniture are two minor changes you can make to rental properties. When painting walls seek written permission from a landlord. The green wall block is painted in…
Dividing lines: How to create shared spaces using paint
14 Jan 2021
Sharing space can be hard for many of us, but these clever paint ideas will make it easier to create office spaces, study zones - and keep the peace.
Left wall…
Exterior inspiration: Patio perfection in a 1930s bungalow
16 Dec 2020
Old world charm and colourful contemporary character meet at Rachel and Steven’s 1930s Auckland bungalow, which they share with their two children, Elias and Ivy. While open plan living may…
Georgian-style heritage home gets a light and breezy refresh with Resene Double Sea Fog
02 Dec 2020
When it comes to an expensive lunch in the Hunter Valley Scott Bentley and his partner Guy may hold the record. However, it wasn’t an expensive shiraz which blew the…
Is it time for a fence refresh? 6 ways that paint can elevate your home’s fencing and exterior
26 Nov 2020
Is it time for a fence refresh? 6 ways that paint can elevate your home’s fencing and exterior
First impressions count. Refreshing a fence with Resene paints or wood stains gives the whole house and…
Shelley Ferguson tackles a tricky renovation to transform a tired bungalow into a stylish grey home with a modern Art Deco feel
25 Nov 2020
Shelley Ferguson has seen it all as a host on the TV3 DIY show, The Block NZ, but even she was shocked by what she encountered when she began renovations on a…
Try these 5 blue bathroom ideas for a true showstopper
11 Nov 2020
The possibilities of blue seem to continue ad infinitum. In one’s bathroom, it has the ability to turn your space into a true at-home sanctuary, calm and unwinding and perfect…
Try these room ideas for the ultimate style statement
14 Oct 2020
Energise your inner stylist with interiors inspiration straight from the pages of NZ House & Garden. Backed with some serious know-how, these rooms are the perfect spaces from which to…
Phil and Emma’s revamped home is a minimalist’s paradise, with one bold twist.
23 Sep 2020
The floor-to-ceiling renovation in Emma and Phil’s late 90s home started with a simple decision to swap their curtains to blinds. Plans for a couple of easy cosmetic swaps to…
A 70s home gets a clean makeover that preserves its character
16 Sep 2020
When asked to think of colours of the 1970s, your mind probably goes to saturated disco inspired hues, intense yellows and warm oranges. It’s unlikely you immediately think of the…
This Gulf Harbour home was brought up-to-date with a clean palette of Resene colours
02 Sep 2020
When Angela and Scott moved into their Gulf Harbour home in December 2018, the home’s interior had been pretty much untouched since it was built in 1997. But the bones…
5 sophisticated colours to covet for your home
12 Aug 2020
Staying in is always a bit of a trend in the cooler months, but this year it seems even more appropriate. With hunkering down in mind, toasty colours and cosy…
This striking Alexandra home makes a case for blue ceilings
15 Jun 2020
During the design of their new home, Ian and Lynda had a pretty good idea of what they wanted. In fact, it was nearly identical to a home they had…
Claire and Aaron craft an eclectic dream world out of a 1940s cottage
04 Jun 2020
Set on a large mature section nestled above Little Shoal Bay on Auckland’s North Shore is a sweet 1940s brick-fronted cottage. Now owned by Claire and Aaron, the home is…
8 colours to cosy up to this winter
28 May 2020
Starting to feel the winter blues? The mercury may be dropping, but there is a silver living: now’s the perfect time to fluff up your interiors and introduce beautiful Resene…
Paul and Sheree didn’t let distance stop their rejuvenation of this Mount Eden villa
13 May 2020
Paul, a Chartered Accountant who now runs his own consulting firm, 5th Green, and Sheree, a legal contractor, spent 15 years living and working in London before returning to New…
5 classic colour combinations that work virtually anywhere
08 Apr 2020
From peanut butter and jelly to nuts and bolts, there are some combinations that you can never go wrong with. The same can be said of classic paint colour pairings…
Rhys and Wanda's Dramatic Hand-Stencilled Walls
02 Nov 2014
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 to get it this way, though. When the couple bought the old…
The power of purple
09 Jul 2014
Purple is one of those colours that we can't seem to get enough of. Other on-trend colours swirl about our interiors while purple, and its quieter sidekick mauve, may wax and wane… but…
Be a glamazon
14 Aug 2014
Who doesn’t like a dash of glitz, a bit of bling and lashings of glamour? Even the most die-hard minimalist loves the soft glow of gold, the sheer strokeability of…
Grey and indigo: the new deep neutrals
18 Sep 2014
You could say that grey is the new black but in fact, it’s the new dark espresso brown. While dark toasty brown-blacks are still a great choice for many interiors,…
Gay and Jon mix old and new
15 Oct 2014
A newly built home was the perfect canvas for a makeover using Resene white, black and grey.
House hunting is never an easy feat, and for most couples checking off the…
Designers’ go-to neutrals
11 Dec 2014
Whites and neutrals continue to be a popular choice for home renovators, either used as a stand-alone colour or to anchor a scheme of brighter, more intense shades.
A neutral colour…
Pam and Allan's beachy vibe
18 Mar 2015
With the soft blues and long white sands of Mount Maunganui beach just down the road from their home, Allan and Pam decided on a restful and clean colour palette…
Trend spotting for 2015
21 Jan 2015
While we might go by the strict confines of a calendar year, other processes ebb and flow with much less regard to particular blocks of time. So while we can…
Loveable living rooms
18 Aug 2015
There are many good reasons why many of us stick to neutral Resene paint colours for our living spaces. These rooms are often quite visually busy with different pieces of…
Dennis and Mel's leafy suburban project
23 Jul 2015
When the structure of a home is near perfect when you buy it, there comes a little more freedom (read time and money) to sprucing up the paint work with…
Good looking... and clever
01 Jan 2015
Resene paints are certainly known for their good looks and high quality. But aside from the startling array of colours and the regular fashion colours fandeck launches, Resene also has…
Vivienne and Geoff get modern with French country
27 Aug 2015
French country meets modern... as seen in this Cambridge country home, where great styling and confident Resene colour choices are involved the two can live in harmony.
Homeowners Vivienne and Geoff…
Bright ideas: Concrete bedside table
13 Dec 2015
You'll need: Resene 10L plastic bucket, premix concrete, a jug of water, testpot in Resene Nero, 3 x wooden dowels, measuring tape, washi tape, and Resene testpots in your chosen…
Bedrooms made for sharing
06 Jan 2016
Master bedrooms. For a start, why are they called ‘master’ bedrooms? Let’s call them ‘main’ bedrooms instead.
Right, that’s out of the way, now we can get onto the delicious stuff…
Nick and Ingrid's dreamy, close-to-nature new build
04 Feb 2016
For many years, Nick and Ingrid dreamed of the perfect home – open and fresh, with a great indoor/outdoor flow; a place to enjoy the breeze in summer, and cuddle…
6 paint trends that just keep on going
17 Jun 2016
1. Resene Black White
There’s something about this colour that homeowners love. The answer is possibly in the Resene description of the colour: ‘a calcite grey white, chalky and soft’. Despite…
Kirsty and James find joy in colour
15 Dec 2016
Homeowners James and Kirsty are not shy of colour. Their mantra is ‘be brave’ and it’s one they’ve taken to heart when renovating their Wellington home, bestowing it with a…
Insiders' top colour picks
08 Feb 2017
Who better to tell us their favourite Resene colours and why they're hot for 2017/2018 than Resene colour experts themselves? We asked three colour experts about what's trending in interior colour for…
Get our cover look
11 Apr 2017
You'll recognise this exquisite living room from the cover of our latest issue... painted in beautiful jewel tones, it also features a stunning floral print cleverly created using wallpaper from Resene ColorShops.
For this look, stylist…
Inside a dreamy modern farmhouse
18 May 2017
Nestled on a farm in Waikato, there's so much to love about the Scott family's home... from its contemporary meets classic farmhouse vibe, to the beautiful palette, painted in a mix of Resene grey, white…
Say hello to glorious yellow
09 Aug 2017
It brings warmth and playfulness to every room, whether it's the shade of pineapple or a gold-y hue. Look around interior stores and magazines, and you'll notice how popular yellow has become for…
Jessica finds the beauty in bold neutrals
12 Oct 2017
When Jessica Judge and husband John Cowan bought their brand new house in Cambridge, Waikato, it was painted completely in Resene Thorndon Cream... and while a great neutral, Jessica wanted a bit…
Dave and Barb's divine Auckland retreat
19 Oct 2017
Hidden away in a secluded part of Auckland's North Shore, and painted in an array of soothing Resene colours, Warblers Retreat is Dave and Barb Milina's slice of paradise.
The lodge was built in 2000…
Gift yourself a colourful Christmas
07 Dec 2017
'Tis the season to get excited about Christmas decorating... but if your festive ornaments are looking a little lacklustre, it can cast a shadow on the whole event.
Fret not, because there are…
Graham and Jo give heritage a new home
15 Mar 2018
When Graham and Jo moved into an old farm worker’s cottage in 2005, they riffed on the idea of a renovation – but realised it would be more cost effective…
Luke and Casey's character bungalow goes grey and gorgeous
01 Mar 2018
When Casey and Luke Muraahi first moved into their 1930s stucco bungalow, Casey imagined repainting the interior in lots of bright colours.
Instead, they went the opposite route, painting the walls…
Bathing in colour bliss
10 May 2018
Two bathrooms, both painted in rich Resene colour and each boasting an individual style. When it came to creating these beautiful bathrooms, the designers went bold with their colour choices…
Kitchens that catch your eye
16 Aug 2018
This year we’ve featured some stellar kitchens painted in Resene, styled to perfection and showing the different ways to create a beautiful (and well-functioning) kitchen.
The most popular kitchens we feature…
On trend: Laundry love
04 Oct 2018
The laundry is not the sexiest room in the house, often overlooked in favour of kitchens and bathrooms when it comes to spaces that are both functional and impressive. But…
Sustainable home lets the colours flow
25 Oct 2018
Using a colour consultant helped the owners of this new build in Kapiti decorate their home in a way that reflects its wetland surroundings, which complements their environmentally sustainable approach.…
Rebecca and Sean swap 70s beige for bold colour
08 Nov 2018
When Sean and Rebecca set about making over their solid 1970s brick home it was an all-beige blank canvas from top to toe, both inside and out. From the outset…
On trend: Peach to pomegranate
22 Nov 2018
Shades of pink and wine are always among current design trends, but there is a whole spectrum of shades within those two colours that allow for endless design options. So…
A den for everyone
13 Dec 2018
This beautiful serene space has been created to be an inviting and comfortable escape that’s refreshingly gender neutral. Just a quick change of the focus artwork shifts the room subtly…
Lisa calls in the colour pros for a refined revival
14 Feb 2019
After doing some research on Sunday drives, Lisa knew that she wanted to go grey to update the exterior of her 1947 Wellington home. The tricky part was deciding which…
Sarah’s grand and glittering Riccarton home
22 Aug 2019
Perfectly positioned down a suburban street in Riccarton sits a property of palatial means. Shrouded by a black cast iron fence and clad in silvery grey, the home is located…
Colour lessons from a showhome
02 Oct 2019
How many times have you looked at photographs of a showhome and sighed with envy? They always look so, well, perfect. Not to mention tidy with none of the detritus…
Melanie and Andrew’s Waitara home is a vibrant work of art
05 Dec 2019
After moving into their 1990s home, Melanie, her husband Andrew and their three kids Alex, Sam and Lucy, faced quite the conundrum. The nearly 17 metre long hallway that connect…
Jo and Mike’s family home is a haven of earthy tones
19 Feb 2020
After 14 years in their family home, Jo and Mike felt it was high time for a fresh lick of paint throughout – but the usual neutrals wouldn’t do this…
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