Stuart and Eileen bought their section in Gibbston, Queenstown, five years ago, attracted by the "fabulous 360 degree views of the mountains."… more
Painting the house, inside or out, is something that usually sits on that endless list of home renovation or maintenance… more
Looking at it now, you would never believe that Jeff and Kay’s home used to be a 1960s bungalow. “We… more
Marie’s marvellously moody home is the perfect blend of functional and fashionable. After searching for a retirement home that was… more
Back in the day wood stain used to really only come in one colour - a good old dark brown.… more
If you’re back at work or already thinking about those imminent colder months ahead, do not fear, you can bring… more
After many years as ski club members at the Porter Heights Ski Club, Mel Fergus and her husband decided to… more
A driftwood lamp, in the Resene Masala-painted living room, is among the owners' favourite additions to their new holiday home. more
The nautical look used to be naff. Ships wheels, brass lamps and, if you were me growing up, a ceramic… more
You don’t necessarily just need paint for an orange effect. There are many Resene stains that have those warm autumnal… more
The house exterior was designed to blend with the West Coast bush, so is finished in Resene Limed Gum on… more
A former rest home that was a maze of cubicles has been relocated and reborn as a serene and beautiful… more
A summery
setting is accessorised in items with a beachy theme – blue glass bottles,
driftwood, a textured rug, a blue basket,…
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Stains now come in a wide range of exciting shades, and are a perfect way to add colour to timber. more
Colourist Megan Harrison-Turner brings home the colours of the Americas, and the Resene colour matches, so you can get the… more
Much is made of the importance of street appeal when it comes to selling your house. That’s all well and… more
Mention the Hamptons as an interior decor style and most people will probably envisage the huge houses and glamorous parties… more
Mention the Hamptons as an interior decor style and most people will probably envisage the huge houses and glamorous parties… more
Mention the Hamptons as an interior decor style and most people will probably envisage the huge houses and glamorous parties… more
It’s only a matter of weeks until Christmas feasting commences, but before you pull out your stretchy pants, you might… more
Spontaneous home buying is not for the faint of heart but when a worn down 1950s Glenbrook Beach bach popped… more
Top stories for 2021: From Resene Duck Egg blue to Peter Wolfkamp’s cottage, these are some of our most-read stories… more
If you’re looking to add instant wow-factor to a bland room, a feature wall is calling your name. They’re relatively… more
In an era of mass production and digital innovations, where technology reigns supreme, a remarkable trend has quietly emerged, breathing… more
Nature brings out the childlike wonder in us all, and after lockdowns spending far too long gazing wistfully out of… more