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5 classic colour combinations that work virtually…
From peanut butter and jelly to nuts and bolts, there are some combinations that you can never go wrong with.… more
Today's hot new neutral - grey
Like any other part of the colour spectrum, when it comes to neutrals, there is a fashion. For years, warm… more
Lisa calls in the colour pros for…
After doing some research on Sunday drives, Lisa knew that she wanted to go grey to update the exterior of… more
From Tūī's eyes to home design: A…
Ever wondered how the Tūī bird experiences the world? This designer’s vision of a Wānaka home sought to emulate the… more
Samson House: Hues of heritage
When it comes to blending history with modern luxury, few homes do it as effortlessly as Samson House in Ōtepoti,… more
Meet the super neutrals: smoky and delicious
So many of us think of neutral paint colours as white or cream but neutrals don’t just stop there. When… more
A Nelson new build with a cool,…
For their first home, Joshua and Niall wanted what most people want: something safe. They had toyed with the idea… more
A modern Waikato home is given an…
After living in a bungalow alongside their ever-growing collection of antiques, Jo and Sean began their property search five years… more
How Katie Scott transformed this home into…
In the world of interior design, it's not every day that you get a canvas that's been splashed with beige… more
She’s done it again! See how Priyanka…
Architectural and interior designer Priyanka Sareen knows just how to create a cosy yet elegant home. Her use of Resene… more
Bronze and black define Hobsonville Point’s next…
Nestled on the banks of the western coast and a stone’s throw from Auckland CBD is Hobsonville Point. It’s a… more
A timeless transformation: Modernising a traditional bungalow
When interior designer Rose Schwarz of Schwarz Design was invited to revamp a tired bungalow, the brief was clear. The… more
A bold celebration of black in home…
Black is more than a colour – it’s a cultural statement. From the iconic All Blacks to our love for… more
Colour lessons from a showhome
How many times have you looked at photographs of a showhome and sighed with envy? They always look so, well,… more
A family home full of surprises
This is a home that brings together family comfort, design innovation and the versatility of striking Resene paints and finishes.… more
Darren and Lee's Inner-City Oasis
After living in their Californian bungalow for 17 years, Darren and Lee wanted to create a private backyard haven that… more
Seasonal switch-outs: 1 colour 4 ways
Some paint colours are just made for flexibility. White is one of them, and black and charcoal are others. We… more
The charming transformation of a French country…
Tucked among a grove of large trees on a generous 2200m² site, this French country home, originally built in the… more
Go for grey
Two kitchens, completely different in style, but both with something in common – their stunning use of Resene greys. more
A Nelson new build with a cool,…
For their first home, Joshua and Niall wanted what most people want: something safe. They had toyed with the idea… more
Colours go dark and twisted
Dark colours can be a little intimidating for home decorators. Nobody wants to be left with a gloomy, depressing or… more
Annabel and Simon’s new wave of coastal…
When interior designer Annabel Berry and her husband Simon built their house on the outskirts of Oamaru, they chose a… more
5 bach bedroom decorating ideas so you…
If there’s one place you should be guaranteed absolute serenity and a comfortable sleep this summer, it’s your bach. Low… more
Summer loving
We love our outdoor living, that’s for sure. And now that the weather seems to have turned, it’s a good… more
Choosing the right grey
Grey. It’s the colour of the moment, the new go-to neutral for fashion followers. It used to be seen as… more
Joe and Lisa’s bright and beautiful family…
Through their building company, Byrne Homes, builder Joe and designer Lisa are no strangers to creating a beautiful home. But… more
An empty Feilding paddock becomes a family…
Sarah and Chris don’t do things by halves. With nothing but a few paddocks on the outskirts of Feilding and… more
A kaleidoscope of colour creates the ‘wow’…
When Lynette first viewed the Mt. Maunganui flat she would eventually buy, she knew it wouldn’t be staying Resene Tea… more
Nature's moody hues: A home that reflects…
Architectural and interior designer at Home Factor, Priyanka Sareen, has done it again. With an array of soft and bold… more
Gemma and Sam’s fabulous farmhouse renovation
It’s always exciting to see the renovation of an old farmhouse, and this Gisborne home is no exception. Built in… more
The 30th issue of habitat by Resene…
Our Autumn/Winter 2019 issue is hot off the presses, and it’s a special one. Thanks to dedicated readers like you,… more
Sandra and Doug breathe new life into…
Although the spectacular house at 38 Franklin Road in Auckland’s Freeman’s Bay neighbourhood started her life as a gracious family… more
Step into the future with these smart…
Technology has progressed leaps and bounds over the years, so it should come as no surprise that paint also boasts… more
Beneath the mountain’s gaze: A home built…
Architect Sophie Bishop has brought a dark and moody dream home to life at the foot of Maungarei, Mount Wellington,… more
Fraser and Sandy's exotic retreat
A far cry from its 1980s beginnings, this home has been given a contemporary facelift. more
Sonia and Yasmine chase away the shadows
When two designers collaborated on a project south of Sydney, they turned a gloomy, shadowy home into a sophisticated retreat… more
Sharon and Grant’s modern villa success
Hardly a week goes by when someone doesn’t knock on the door of the McDonald home and ask what colour… more
Sarah rescues a plain Jane house
Sarah Clarkson has taken a plain Jane of a modern house and turned it into a character-filled home with fun… more
The rise of the reading nook
Has open-plan living had its day? Some commentators would say so, or at least point to the increasing desire for… more
Bruce and Denise’s utterly artful approach
Denise Bryce and Bruce Church have managed to combine a love of three things… all in the one house. They… more
