You only get one chance to make a good first impression, and when it comes to your home’s exterior, the… more
We just love our outdoor living, and not just at this time of year, but in all seasons. We build… more
With a harmonious blend of African and Japanese design elements, this home, named the Kauri House, is nestled within one… more
Tucked into a steeply sloping section, this impressive Nelson home was born out of what started as a simple alteration… more
There's a natural tranquility to Mike and Robyn's home, with its sun-filled deck and open plan living area. Located in… more
When landscape designer Louise Dunning purchased this North Auckland home, the well-established yet tired garden that came with it was a welcome challenge.
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There was no staying neutral for Helen and Ian Ivess when they made over their home exterior and garden. Instead… more
Homeowners Krissy and Stefan faced a very familiar story when it came to renovating their 1920s bungalow in the character-filled… more
The last time we featured interior designer Kelly Gammie’s Auckland home, it was decorated with a blend of dark Resene… more
Black Friday is traditionally the day following American Thanksgiving and one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Back… more
A blue and red theme on the front deck was first inspired by the Resene Guardsman Red front door. 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
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
A grand old home is the perfect canvas for strong Resene colour… but has posed a few problems for its sustainability-aware owners.… more
The basics of Julie-Ann Ross’s family home were good. The split-level 1970s home had good bones, a lovely aspect and… more
What was once a modest bach in a seaside East Auckland suburb is now an eye-catching beauty, painted in an… more
What was once a modest bach in a seaside East Auckland suburb is now an eye-catching beauty, painted in an… more
Tucked away in the Ohakune mountains, this holiday cabin brings together modern design and rustic aesthetics – making it a… more
With a contemporary design and walls freshly painted in Resene Black White, this Christchurch home is already full of appeal.… more
The day after Lara Bui and Isaac Weston bought their 1970s home in Matua, Bay of Plenty, in 2010 they… more
There is nothing quite like opening the front door of your home and feeling your whole mood lift. It’s the… more
It’s colour and more colour for Dion and Rebecca’s Cambridge home, which has seen itself transform into the beauty it… more
Before Jonathan Smith of Matter Architects came around, this home in Auckland’s posh Ponsonby neighbourhood looked like any other worker’s… more
With an empty half-acre section in The Pines at Matarangi on Coromandel Peninsula, an Auckland-based couple with busy jobs at… more
With an empty half-acre section in The Pines at Matarangi on Coromandel Peninsula, an Auckland-based couple with busy jobs at… more
Tucked into a steeply sloping section, this impressive Nelson home was born out of what started as a simple alteration… more
Tucked into a steeply sloping section, this impressive Nelson home was born out of what started as a simple alteration… more
Tucked into a steeply sloping section, this impressive Nelson home was born out of what started as a simple alteration… more
Nestled on the banks of the western coast and a stone’s throw from Auckland CBD is Hobsonville Point. It’s a… more
When a shack-like cottage changed hands in New South Wales, Australia, it was the subject of much curiosity. Formerly owned… more
Summer has turned our attention to the great outdoors and has had us meditating on all the innovative and colourful… more
The end of spring marks the beginning of a trying time for homeowners. Thanks to our favourable climate, many of… more
The last time we featured interior designer Kelly Gammie’s Auckland home, it was decorated with a blend of dark Resene… more
Rachel and Shane’s home on a hill may be known in local lore as The Blue House, taking its name… more
This bach in Pauanui is definitely a surfer’s paradise. When Danny purchased the small two-bedroom cottage located near the sea… more
This bach in Pauanui is definitely a surfer’s paradise. When Danny purchased the small two-bedroom cottage located near the sea… more
Summer is here, even though the recent weather may not suggest so. Now is a great time to refresh your… more
As the days grow longer and we welcome the warmer weather, it's a great time to breathe new life into… more
Before their renovation, Clayton and Melanie-Jane's 1920s railway bungalow was painted pink, had no internal doors ("Still a mystery!" laughs… more