The exterior of your home is the first thing people see, making it an important canvas to showcase style and… more
Staying in is always a bit of a trend in the cooler months, but this year it seems even more… more
Do you have a large expanse of white wall? Or a square box room with few architectural features? Good news!… more
Ever walked into a living room that’s left you green with envy, one that exudes richness and a sense of… more
Ever been struck by paint paralysis? Anyone who’s been overwhelmed by choosing paint colours can tell you it’s a real… more
Through their building company, Byrne Homes, builder Joe and designer Lisa are no strangers to creating a beautiful home. But… more
We’ve found ourselves in the midst of a unique time in history that has thrown us all for a curve.… more
Reminiscent of speckled eggshells, terrazzo is a composite material created by folding marble, quartz and granite chips through a concrete… more
This Christchurch home has new street appeal with a fresh coat of Resene Element and zesty Resene Hot Toddy on… more
This Christchurch home has new street appeal with a fresh coat of Resene Element and zesty Resene Hot Toddy on… more
Everyone needs a bit of TLC every now and then, including our homes. It’s easy to see the flaws in… more
Soft, simple, and playful, pastels are back – and these gentle tones will pack unexpected punch to your interior. Embrace… more
Top stories for 2021: From Resene Duck Egg blue to Peter Wolfkamp’s cottage, these are some of our most-read stories… more
Wallpaper is one of the quickest ways to add character and make a space feel elegant and composed. If a… more
When Ryan and Nadine first laid eyes on their future home, it was more of a time capsule than a… more
When Ryan and Nadine first laid eyes on their future home, it was more of a time capsule than a… more
Huddled in a row of 18 dual townhouses built in 1972, Ann’s home is a charming example of 1970s design,… more
To be told by your painter that the job is such a pleasure because it doesn’t conform to the “mainstream… more
Time flies when it comes to the latest trends in interior design. With daring décor and new colour palettes to… more
This season’s top colours for winter are a mix of deep rich tones, as well as those with a distinct… more
Nothing adds character to a room like a pattern – whether you’re a fearlessly bold decorator or relaxed minimalist, patterns… more
As a fun Antipodean take on the 12 days of Christmas, Resene has published a 12 Colours of Christmas selection… more
No matter what the decade or over-riding social climate, ethnic-inspired interiors never die. They may take a backseat in times… more
Pink is a fairly polarising colour; you tend to either love it or hate it. It’s also considered extremely girly.… more
It’s official. Daylight saving is over and we’ve had a bit of rain this past week - summer is fading… more
With Christmas just around the corner, we’ve been looking for imaginative ideas for colourful gifts that are locally made using… more
A spacious multi-level house house originally built in the 50s, Evan and Bridget's home interior had gone through a major renovation in the 80s… more
The best way to promote a forward-thinking way of living is to become your own client. Which is exactly what… more
Only seven more sleeps to go. Here are some quick and easy last minute gift and decorating ideas for the… more
Colourist Megan Harrison-Turner brings home the colours of the Americas, and the Resene colour matches, so you can get the… more
Welcome to the world of strong colour. It won’t be new to ardent home decorators, but those entering the game may… more
Swipe your way through Instagram or Pinterest, flip through a design magazine, or step foot into your local décor shop… more
When Douglas and Shelley moved to Dunedin with their two children, Oscar and Eli, an exciting opportunity presented itself. Their… more
“Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” So said… more
Peer out the window of this Wairarapa Coast home and you might spy fur seals, dolphins or nesting gulls. Perched… more
In the world of home design, walls are no longer just backdrops, they’re becoming canvases for self-expression, creativity and bold… more
Red probably isn’t the first colour most of us think of when designing our home. And if we do, the… more
When Greg and Margaret had their three-bedroom rural Rotorua home overlooking Lake Tarawera built two years ago, they knew they… more
David’s bedroom has an outlook to Auckland Hospital and Mt Eden, although he admits he doesn’t get to see it… more
A wall of bright orange Resene Mexican Wave welcomes visitors to the apartment, standing out against the neutral tones of the concrete… more