The gouda stuff: Make your own colourful cheese boards

29 Jul 2025

Invite some friends over, light the fire, and serve up some yummy crackers and cheese on these colourfully stylish DIY cheese boards. The best part about these is that you…

The canvas that came back to life

29 Jul 2025

Back in October 2016, the streets of Auckland’s CBD came alive with colour during Auckland Art Week. Among the installations scattered throughout the city’s nooks and carparks was a collaborative…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper in Masterton, Kapiti or Levin

23 Jul 2025

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event! Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper. Get all your wallpaper questions…

From tool shed to tranquil sleepout: Trudi Brewer’s latest project

16 Jul 2025

It’s amazing what a lick of paint and a whole lot of vision can do. What was once a humble tool shed has been completely reimagined into a calm, contemporary…

July’s joyful hue and how you can use it

08 Jul 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that expresses the month of July and it’s the perfect sunny shade to brighten up these wintry days. We’ve got just…

July’s joyful hue and how to use it at home

08 Jul 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that expresses the month of July and it’s the perfect sunny shade to brighten up these wintry days. We’ve got just…

Meet Crankiepants from NZ RenoTok

08 Jul 2025

NZ RenoTok’s season one was a smash hit! Over an exhilarating six-week TikTok Live series, four creator‑led teams took on renovation challenges streaming live to the DIY community. Racking up over 24 million…

Sunny side up: Perfect pairings that play to the strengths of this year’s most prolific colour trend

08 Jul 2025

Butter yellow has quickly become one of the most talked-about colours in contemporary design. Radiating optimism and comfort, this mellow golden hue evokes soft morning light and effortlessly infuses spaces…

School holiday DIY projects for all ages!

02 Jul 2025

We’re back with two more DIY projects to keep the kids busy these holidays – army art for the little ones, and a vertical chess board to challenge those teen…

Think you’ve got a winning entryway? Enter now to win!

02 Jul 2025

Do you have a wonderful front door or entrance decorated in Resene paint or wallpaper? Show us and be in to win one of five great prizes – and a…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper in New Plymouth, Feilding or Palmerston North

02 Jul 2025

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event! Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper. Get all your wallpaper questions…

Winning designs from the Local Architecture Awards

25 Jun 2025

The New Zealand Institute of Architects’ Local Architecture Awards 2025 supported by Resene and APL are underway, shining a light on incredible architecture from all corners of the country. This…

Enter now: Resene Colour Home Awards 2025/26

24 Jun 2025

Have you recently decorated a home with Resene paints? If so, you could win $5000!

Resene and Your Home & Garden are on the lookout for the most stunning interior or…

Magnificent mountain views: This first-prize home in Wānaka could be all yours

19 Jun 2025

Imagine watching a sunset over the summit of Mount Roy from the comfort of your own garden. With this modern three-bedroom, Resene-decorated home that is mere minutes from the lake’s…

Inside NZRenoTok’s smash-hit first season

19 Jun 2025

NZ RenoTok’s season one was a smashing success! Over a thrilling six-week TikTok Live series, four creator‑led teams took on renovation challenges, from tiling to full‑blast painting, all while streaming to the…

Reader roundup: A whimsical shed, blushing doors and exterior refreshes

19 Jun 2025

We’ve got a great roundup of projects from our readers this month. From community paint by numbers to testpot flowers, you’re sure to find some inspiration here! Remember we love…

June's hue: Embrace the serenity of Underbrush

11 Jun 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that expresses the month of June and it’s the perfect nature-inspired, cosy shade. We’ve got just the designs to show you…

Ever wondered where your Resene wallpaper comes from?

11 Jun 2025

If you’ve ever admired that pattern on your walls and thought, “How do they even make this stuff?”, you’re not alone. Turns out, your beautiful wallpaper might have started its…

Coastal colour dreams

11 Jun 2025

There’s something undeniably magical about transforming an otherwise bland public space into a vibrant, storytelling canvas. That’s exactly what Melbourne-based artist Melanie Caple achieved in her latest mural, painted in…

June's hue: Embrace the serenity of Underbrush

09 Jun 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that expresses the month of June and it’s the perfect nature-inspired, cosy shade. We’ve got just the designs to show you…

Wonders with wood: A functional and stylish DIY table

05 Jun 2025

It’s amazing what you can create with just one material – like this table which uses only wood. Its incredible design allows it to be put together all on its…

Favourite Finds: Our top picks for a cosy home this winter

29 May 2025

Favourite Finds is back to showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor look for your home. This month’s…

From duvets to dreams: Creating your perfect bedroom palette

29 May 2025

We’re bringing you a fresh look at more of the new Resene Living duvet range. Inspired by both classic and serene shades, you’re sure to find something you love and…

Heather’s triple blue bathroom makeover and colourful home

22 May 2025

When Heather and her family moved into their home a few years ago, they knew it would take some time to bring the house up to their taste. One of…

Flower power: Make your own colourful DIY stool

15 May 2025

You might have some old furniture laying around at home or have seen a dated gem at your recent visit to the local op shop, so why not give this…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper in Auckland

15 May 2025

Head along and join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event! Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper – plus…

The mood of May: Why this deep, vivid hue is the colour of the month

12 May 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies May. If you’re looking to keep up with the latest colour trends, we’ve got just the designs to show…

A chat with Diana Shchukin: Career, life and designing spaces that inspire

12 May 2025

Diana Shchukin, Associate and Interior Designer at JTB Architects, has an innate ability to blend sustainability, innovation and aesthetic beauty in her design work. With a passion for interior design…

Eucalyptus: the tranquil tone that works wonders in every space

12 May 2025

In a time when our lives seem to feel more and more complicated with each passing day, paint colours that successfully balance well-being with versatility are far more than just…

Win an Annabel Taylor Home Collections Mural for your home!

08 May 2025

The Annabel Taylor Home Collection, a stunning new wallpaper collection available at Resene ColorShops and part of the Designer Collective, is a collaboration between Annabel Taylor and some of the…

The mood of May: Why this deep, vivid hue is the colour of the month

08 May 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies May, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next home project…

Back to essentials: Nature-inspired wallpapers that ground and soothe

17 Apr 2025

The Resene Essentiell Wallpaper Collection is inspired by the raw beauty of nature’s core elements – clay, stone, water and air – evoking a gentle harmony between the familiar and…

Favourite finds: Our top picks for rustic, farmhouse and vintage vibes

17 Apr 2025

Favourite Finds is back to showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor look for your home. This month’s…

Authentic and balanced: The grounding hue of April

10 Apr 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies April, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next home project…

Textured and timeless: Muros Wall Panels in a bold interior

10 Apr 2025

Homeowners Jude and Adam have embraced the beauty of dark, dramatic interiors, transforming their living space into a sophisticated retreat. Their home features striking Muros Roughcast Concrete panels painted in…

Authentic and balanced: The grounding hue of April

07 Apr 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies April, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next project with…

Product of the month: Resene FX Metallics and Resene FX Pearl Shimmer

07 Apr 2025

If you’re looking for something to make your next project shine above the rest, explore a range of shimmering colours with Resene’s innovative special effects collection of metallic and pearlescent…

Tell your own story at home with this striking wallpaper collection

01 Apr 2025

The Resene Stories of Life Wallpaper Collection is an intriguing set of wallpaper designs with creative motifs and modern graphic elements designed as a backdrop to modern day life. You’ll…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper!

27 Mar 2025

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event!

Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper. Get all your wallpaper questions answered…

Reader roundup: A mountain mural, Dragonstone sculptures and outdoor colour

27 Mar 2025

We’ve got a great roundup of projects from our readers this month. From a revamped bedroom to handmade coasters and a blue-tiful bathroom, you’re sure to find some inspiration here!…

Flourishing forests, mesmerising mountains: Win a first-prize home in Hanmer Springs, Canterbury

19 Mar 2025

Picturesque Hanmer Springs has plenty to offer both residents and tourists alike. It’s a favourite holiday location for many, with the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa and the…

Colour alert: The mood of March

14 Mar 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) has unveiled the defining hue of March 2025 – Forever-Green. This deep green exudes strength, tranquillity and a modern connection to nature. We’ve gathered inspiring ways…

Nature’s touch: Find serene beauty in this stunning wallpaper collection

12 Mar 2025

The Resene Jade Wallpaper Collection is designed to bring a sense of tranquillity and harmony into your home. Featuring soft, nature-inspired hues and delicate patterns, this collection creates an inviting…

Bringing stories to life: Paula Green and the vibrant world of Pohū Arts

12 Mar 2025

Murals have the power to transform ordinary spaces into vibrant, meaningful places that tell a story. For Paula Green and her daughter Grace, mural art is more than just painting…

Favourite finds: Earthy elegance in home design

12 Mar 2025

Favourite Finds is back to showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor look for your home. This month’s…

A celebration of colour with the latest Resene Total Colour Awards 2024/25

10 Mar 2025

The latest Resene Total Colour Awards winners have been announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week. With a wide range of creative and colourful projects from…

Colour alert: The mood of March

05 Mar 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) has unveiled the defining hue of March 2025 – Forever-Green. This deep green exudes strength, tranquillity and a modern connection to nature. We’ve gathered inspiring ways…

A blooming nursery: Kelly’s hand-painted floral haven for baby Maisy

05 Mar 2025

Creating a nursery is one of the most exciting parts of preparing for a new arrival, and for Kelly, it was an opportunity to blend her love for feature walls…

Signature style: Inspiring new home looks

27 Feb 2025

If you’re thinking of building or redecorating this year, you might be curious to know what interior designs and colour schemes are trending. Signature Homes has shared their projects with…

Masterstroke with Clint Roberts

07 Mar 2025

Radio to reno

Radio star Clint Roberts opens the door to his passion for design and renovation.

Can you share a little about your background and how you got into radio?

I studied…

Favourite finds: Our top product picks for a cool home

20 Feb 2025

Favourite Finds is back to showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor look for your home. This month’s…

Colour alert: The essence of February

12 Feb 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies February 2025, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next home…

Colour alert: The essence of February

11 Feb 2025

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies February 2025, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next project…

Transform your next project with the Annabel Taylor Home Wallpaper Collection

11 Feb 2025

A stunning new wallpaper collection has arrived at Resene ColorShops, offering a fresh and uniquely New Zealand perspective for your next design project. The Annabel Taylor Home Collection is part…

How to make your own scrap wood table

07 Mar 2025

This clever table is a smart and stylish way to use up off-cuts of timber as well as leftover Resene paints and stains from your DIY projects - or you…

How to make your own vertical chess board

07 Mar 2025

Take a fresh approach to chess by flipping it into vertical mode. This elegant wooden box frame stained in Resene Colorwood elevates the classic strategy game to an interactive work…

Reader roundup: School art, re-used paint buckets and fresh exteriors

04 Feb 2025

We’ve got a great mix of projects to show you this month. We absolutely love to see what you have been up to with Resene paints, and being able to…

Captivating coastlines and cosy charm: Win this brand-new home in One Tree Point, Northland

30 Jan 2025

Located just 25 minutes from Whangarei and two hours from Auckland, One Tree Point is a peaceful coastal community, looking out across Marsden Bay towards Whangarei Heads. It offers safe…

Favourite finds: Embrace coastal elegance with our top product picks

30 Jan 2025

Welcome to a new year of Favourite Finds. Each month we showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor…

How to refresh old wooden drawers with paint

07 Mar 2025

Give your old drawers a fresh new look with this simple DIY makeover using Resene paints and stains. With just a few supplies and a little creativity, you can transform…

Lightbulb moment: How to create your own coat hanger lamp

07 Mar 2025

Create a striking, modern desk lamp by repurposing a sturdy wooden coat hanger, painted in your favourite Resene testpot paint colour or Resene Colorwood stain. It’s a simple project that can brighten up…

Transform your space with wallpapers from the Annabel Taylor Home Collection

22 Jan 2025

A stunning new wallpaper collection has arrived at Resene ColorShops, offering a fresh and uniquely New Zealand perspective for your walls. The Annabel Taylor Home Collection is part of the…

Reviving timber and reimagining art with Glen Turner

15 Jan 2025

Tucked away in Christchurch’s creative hub, The Lobe, Glen Turner brings sustainable artistry to life using Resene paints and wallpapers in unexpected ways. A self-taught artist with a knack for…

Turning the hue page: Colours defining the year’s end and beginning

14 Jan 2025

As one year comes to an end and another begins, we look to the Color Marketing Group (CMG) to guide us on the colours that define this transitional period. We’ve got…

Thrifted to thrilling: Upcycling vases

08 Jan 2025

Give your old vases or op shop finds a fresh new look with this fun and creative DIY project. Upcycling vases is an easy way to add personality and charm…

Natty: Celebrating nature through timeless design

08 Jan 2025

In a studio shop nestled in Island Bay, Wellington, artist Cat has been quietly building her brand, Natty, into a beloved local treasure. Combining simple, classic designs with sustainable materials,…

Turning the hue page: Colours defining the year’s end and beginning

08 Jan 2025

As one year comes to an end and another begins, we look to Color Marketing Group (CMG) to guide us on the colours that define this transitional period. We’ve got…

Boredom busters: Fun holiday DIYs and projects for the kids

18 Dec 2024

Running out of ideas to entertain the kids? Try some of our bright ideas with the help of Resene colours to keep them busy these holidays. From enchanted mushrooms to…

Enter now: Resene Weekend Transformation Awards 2025

17 Dec 2024

Calling all weekend painters, decorators and upcyclers! It’s amazing just how transformative a weekend DIY project can be. It may only be a day or two of painting or decorating…

Rich, mellow and dreamy: Pantone Colour of the Year 2025 announced!

17 Dec 2024

Soft and chic, winner of Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2025, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, is a warming, brown hue imbued with richness. It nurtures us with its suggestion of…

A woven masterpiece of colour

12 Dec 2024

Brick Bay’s winning folly Femme-ly Velues was created by all-women team Claire Ford, Elise Cautley and Jennifer Gao. Whether you view it from across the lake at Brick Bay or…

Favourite finds: Our top product picks for all the neutral lovers

12 Dec 2024

Each month we’re bringing you the best in home design, inspiring you with curated picks – our favourite finds – to help you bring together your dream home décor. 

This month’s…

Mocha madness: The delectable hue setting the tone for the year ahead

10 Dec 2024

Each December, there is always a great deal of interest among designers as to what colour trends we can expect to see in a new year. Since different colour forecasters…

A woven masterpiece of colour

09 Dec 2024

Brick Bay’s winning folly Femme-ly Velues was created by all-women team Claire Ford, Elise Cautley and Jennifer Gao. Whether you view it from across the lake at Brick Bay or…

Elysian Du Regent: A heritage masterpiece revitalised

09 Dec 2024

Nestled in Christchurch’s historic theatre district, Elysian Du Regent is more than just boutique accommodation. Located at 1 New Regent Street, this revitalised property pays homage to its storied past…

Your ultimate Christmas gift guide: Support local creators and artists by gifting something unique

05 Dec 2024

Short on Christmas present ideas? There’s always last-minute shopping to do or someone on the Christmas list a little tricky to buy for, so here are some unique, handmade gifts…

One of the enchanting colours to look forward to in 2025

28 Nov 2024

The Pantone Color of the Year is always a significant event in the design world, influencing trends across home décor, fashion, and various design industries.  

For 2025, one of Pantone's predicted…

Pot luck: A DIY terracotta table to top off your space

13 Nov 2024

Transform a humble terracotta pot into a stylish, sturdy table that’s sure to be the centre of attention at your next gathering! With a few simple steps and a splash…

Favourite finds: Create a bold and beautiful design with our top product picks

13 Nov 2024

Welcome to Favourite Finds, where we bring you the best in home design to inspire you each month with curated picks to help you bring together a décor look for…

Sturdy, comfortable and easy: Why Faded Denim is the colour of November

13 Nov 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies November, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next project with…

Meet the team: Ingel Janssen

11 Nov 2024

What is your role at Resene and what does it involve? 

My role is the Resene Northern Retail Manager. I am responsible to 32 Resene ColorShops (from Taupo north) with an…

Sturdy, comfortable and easy: Why Faded Denim is the colour of November

11 Nov 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that embodies November, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next project with…

Patti's and Cream ice cream diner: A classic reimagination in Dunedin's food scene

11 Nov 2024

Stroll down Dunedin’s vibrant dining block on George Street and you’ll find Patti's and Cream. This ice cream diner has emerged as a sophisticated reimagining of its iconic brand, with…

Make the perfect first impression with Colman Gates

07 Nov 2024

Your exterior isn’t the only thing that people first notice about your home – it’s also the gate! Whether you’ve got a gate that needs a bit of love, or…

Authentic style, effortless design: Transform your home with Muros Wall Panels

07 Nov 2024

If you love the look of authentic stone, brick or concrete then adding this to your home is easier than you think. Muros Wall Panels allow you to bring a…

Bring style underfoot with the Resene Living Outdoor Rug range

23 Oct 2024

You might not think about rugs when you’re designing your outdoor space, but it might be just the thing that’s missing on your patio! The Resene Living Outdoor Rug range…

Learn how to make a statement by tuning in to our latest podcast episode

16 Oct 2024

Do you have a wall screaming for attention? In our latest podcast episode, Make a statement, Resene Colour Expert Brenda Ngatai teaches us how to make a feature wall work,…

Golden yellow: The colour of October

16 Oct 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that represents October, so if you’re looking for trending colours to inject into your home, here’s how you can do it…

Manu: A cultural feast in every sense

14 Oct 2024

Tucked in the heart of Christchurch, Manu Restaurant is more than just a dining destination – it’s an experience that honours our rich cultural tapestry.  

Designed to connect people with the…

Golden yellow: The colour of October

14 Oct 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) have announced the latest hue that represents October, and we’ve got just the designs to show you how to incorporate it in your next project with…

Take it outside: The top Resene paint and stain colours being used outside

14 Oct 2024

It seems almost like clockwork. As soon as the first whispers of warmer weather arrive, more clients come knocking looking to fresh up their exterior colour scheme. But for many,…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper!

09 Oct 2024

The Resene wallpaper evening is coming to Queenstown and Wanaka. You can head along for free and learn all you need to know from amazing Resene wallpaper experts. 

Learn about the…

Your last chance to win $5000 for home décor!

02 Oct 2024

This week is your last chance to win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association to spend in one of the eligible participating décor outlets in Parnell. Plus,…

Win $5000 for home décor by choosing your favourite theme!

25 Sep 2024

There’s not long left to enter! You could win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association to spend in one of the eligible participating décor outlets in…

Reader roundup: Outdoor showers, a ‘coast’al lounge and morning rainbows

25 Sep 2024

We’ve got a great mix of projects to show you this month. We absolutely love to see what you have been up to with Resene paints, and being able to…

Win $5000 for home décor by choosing your favourite theme!

17 Sep 2024

It’s not too late to enter this amazing competition. You could win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association to spend in one of the eligible participating…

Designing charming interiors with perfect colour coordination

17 Sep 2024

Creating a harmonious and charming interior involves a keen eye for colour coordination and a knack for blending textures. The 2024 OLLO collection offers an exquisite range of soft furnishing…

Vibrant violet reflects the month of September

11 Sep 2024

With spring on the way it’s only fitting that the Color Marketing Group (CMG) bring us a vibrant violet as we enter the new season. CMG’s expertise in colour forecasting…

Which theme would you choose? Win $5000 for home décor

11 Sep 2024

Have you entered yet? You could win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association to spend in one of the eligible participating décor outlets in Parnell. Plus,…

Meet the team: Christine Hodges

09 Sep 2024

What is your role at Resene and what does it involve? I am a Resene Colour Expert. I help people with colour schemes for their exterior or interior for both residential…

Why we look to red and violet

09 Sep 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) are back to bring us their expertise in colour forecasting with the latest hues, trends and styles and how we can work them into interior design.…

These are the top colour and decorating trends that will be shaping interiors in 2025

09 Sep 2024

It’s officially spring, whether it feels like it outside or not, and the new year is quickly approaching. With 2025 just a few short months away, you might be curious…

Fowl play: DIY chicken skittles

03 Sep 2024

Looking for a fun and colourful project to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day? This DIY chicken skittles game is the perfect way to brighten up a gloomy…

Brat green: How to use this daring shade in your home

03 Sep 2024

Brat green, the bold and electric hue inspired by pop sensation Charli XCX’s latest album Brat, is making waves in home interiors. This specific shade of neon green exudes energy…

Win $5000 for home décor, thanks to Parnell and Resene

03 Sep 2024

Your favourite competition is back, and you could win a $4,000 Décor voucher thanks to the Parnell Business Association to spend in one of the eligible participating décor outlets in…

Do in a day – four ways with chairs

26 Sep 2024

Four fast, simple add effective design ideas to upgrade your seating.

Resene testpots are one of the most versatile tools in your home makeover kit. To demonstrate the big impact you…

Fun and quirky Father’s Day gifts

27 Aug 2024

Give dad something special this Father’s Day and make your own gift! Try this rocking DIY artwork, or this handy glasses holder, which is sure to impress Dad and put…

WIN tickets to the Auckland Home Show!

27 Aug 2024

Competition now closed.

We have 5x Double Pass Tickets to give away to the Auckland Home Show this year, which means you and a lucky friend could head along and get…

Our most elegant wallpaper collection yet!

22 Aug 2024

The Resene Elegance Wallpaper Collection is designed to elevate your walls from the everyday to the elegant. Harmonious colourways with refined designs offer timeless options for homes young and old.…

Reader roundup: Murals, feature walls and creative kids

15 Aug 2024

We love seeing your creative projects come to life, and they also help inspire others to pick up a brush! From vibrant store fronts to colourful benches and creative paint…

From canvas to stone: The art of Meredith Parkin

15 Aug 2024

Meredith Parkin has found her canvas in an unexpected place – rocks. What started as a journey through various art forms has blossomed into a unique expression of beauty and…

Newstalgia: how younger generations are reinventing design details of the past to make them relevant for today

13 Aug 2024

Nostalgia, the sentimental longing for times past, has had a profound influence on architecture and interior design trends. Since the industrial revolution, each decade has had its own distinctive design…

Meet the team: Jill Marsh

13 Aug 2024

What is your role at Resene and what does it involve?

My role at Resene is a Colour Consultant based in the Dunedin Resene ColorShop. I assist clients with colour…

The defining colours for June and July

13 Aug 2024

The Color Marketing Group (CMG) are back with their latest colour forecast for June and July. With such a passion for colour, they know just how these colour trends influence…

The Stack: A reflection on climate resilience through art and nature

13 Aug 2024

A team of young landscape architects from Boffa Miskell – Nicole Tune, Monica Bainbridge and Alex Smith – embarked on a creative journey to design a unique Nohonga (seat or…

Find your colour taste with the help of our latest podcast episode

06 Aug 2024

If you haven’t tuned in to our podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk, you might want to check it out. We’ve got all the expert tips and tricks to…

Hold that thought: DIY note and phone holder

24 Jul 2024

Now here is a handy DIY to try. These note and phone holders will give you somewhere to put your notes, to-do lists and phone. They are also great if…

Wild designs for Wild Things

24 Jul 2024

Artist Justine McAllister has been busy and her recent mural for Wild Things grocer in Victoria has brightened not only the store but the whole street! Using an array of…

Go bold, without going crazy: Our latest podcast episode

24 Jul 2024

Follow along habitat by Resene’s podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk, where we delve into creative and innovative approaches to living and working with colour. Listen to a range…

Woodn’t this look lovely on the wall? Try this DIY cube art!

10 Jul 2024

Are your walls feeling a bit bare? You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars on a piece of artwork, you can just make your own! Try this unique and…

Making an Entrance competition open now!

10 Jul 2024

Do you have a wonderful front door or entrance decorated in Resene paint or wallpaper? Show us and be in to win one of five great prizes – as well…

The defining colours for June and July

10 Jul 2024

The Color Marketing Group (CMG) are back with their latest colour forecast for June and July. With such a passion for colour, they know just how these colour trends influence…

Neo-natural: popular earthy paint colours take on an unexpected twist

08 Jul 2024

For as long as humans have been building and decorating, hues borrowed from nature have been used ubiquitously. Before the advent of modern paints, earth-derived pigments that occurred naturally in…

The Brewer's Night Inn: A masterpiece of heritage and luxury

08 Jul 2024

Located in the stunning landscapes of New Zealand's South Island, The Brewer’s Night Inn in Reefton offers an exquisite retreat that transcends the ordinary. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail…

Your latest colour alerts

08 Jul 2024

As the experts in colour forecasting, the Color Marketing Group (CMG) use their passion for colour to bring us the latest trends and influences from different hues. Along with your…

Colours flow as seasons come and go

26 Jun 2024

Color Marketing Group (CMG) bring us their expertise in colour forecasting with the latest hues, trends and styles and how we can work them into our homes.  

We’re looking back to…

Our year in colour: Your latest colour alerts

18 Jun 2024

As the experts in colour forecasting, the Color Marketing Group (CMG) use their passion for colour to bring us the latest trends and influences from different hues and how we…

Frame of mind

12 Jun 2024

Looking for a creative way to inject colour and pattern? Consider the artistic merits of Resene wallpaper.

With a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour…

Reader roundup: Mini trains, a unique door and a mural painted by 100 children

12 Jun 2024

We’ve got some one-of-a-kind projects to show you this month. Our readers continue to surprise us with their creative skills and thoughtful designs. Murals from small to large, bright red…

Win an office makeover with Resene!

10 Jun 2024

Does your workspace need a refresh? Enter now for a chance to win an office makeover with Resene! 

Be one of three lucky winners to receive a $1,000 Resene ColorShop voucher…

Enter the Resene Wallpaper Competition now!

10 Jun 2024

Have you always wanted to design your own wallpaper or wall mural? Here's your chance to get creative and win prizes with the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition! 

There is over $7,000…

When art and upcycling collide

05 Jun 2024

We love seeing old furniture and homewares brought back to life through a bit of upcycling and creativity, and artist Lynda Cree has just the knack for this. Her whimsical…

This or that? How colour affects your wallpaper choice

21 May 2024

Not only does Resene have thousands of wallpaper designs, but they also come in different colour variations. You might have seen a design you love, but how do you choose…

Reader roundup: A Versace bathroom, vibrant learning and custom colours

14 May 2024

What a colourful month for our readers. It is inspiring to see the creative use of colour and how it can impact a project and space. These projects are sure…

Black is back: Which Resene paint colours to choose, where to use them and how to play to their strengths

10 May 2024

In design, many tend to divide colours into two camps: those considered to be classics and those thought of as trends. But there are plenty of times when a colour…

Bring your design to life with the Resene Wallpaper Competition

10 May 2024

Have you always wanted to design your own wallpaper or wall mural? Here's your chance to get creative and win prizes with the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition!

There is over $7,000…

Win an office makeover with Resene!

10 May 2024

Does your workspace need a refresh? Enter now for a chance to win an office makeover with Resene!

Be one of three lucky winners to receive a $1,000 Resene ColorShop voucher…

Welcome in wallpaper: Our latest podcast episode

02 May 2024

The latest episode of habitat by Resene’s podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk, has arrived, and it’s all about wallpaper!

The wallpaper world awaits, but how do you choose the…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper!

02 May 2024

The Resene wallpaper evening is coming to Ashburton, Dunedin, Gore, Invercargill, Oamaru and Timaru.

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for one of these free events!

Learn about the latest wallpaper trends, see…

Reader roundup: Happy dogs, custom colours and a small Resene fan

24 Apr 2024

We love to share what you have been up to with Resene paints and products! This month we have a range of creative projects to share. From a dog library…

Making an entrance with Resene Dark Knight

17 Apr 2024

Resene paints have the transformative power to turn an ordinary entryway into a breath-taking introduction to a home, as showcased in Marilyn's stunning project.

This space has undergone a remarkable makeover…

Little love, grand designs: A wonderful, whimsical wallpaper collection

11 Apr 2024

The Resene Little Love Wallpaper Collection is designed to capture the hearts of young and old with whimsical designs to dance across your walls and bring joy and wonder to…

How to blend trends and timelessness through transitional design

08 Apr 2024

If you have ever found yourself on the fence about whether it’s better to embrace a trend-focused colour palette or opt for a classic look comprised of timeless hues, we…

Reader roundup: Colourful gardens, decadent walls and a cat mural

28 Mar 2024

From Mexican themed homes, to vibrant playgroups and winning pots, we love to bring you photos and news of what our readers have been up to so you can find…

Join the charity art auction to support Epilepsy New Zealand

21 Mar 2024

This year is the first year of Epilepsy New Zealand Purple Day Charity Art Auction. At Epilepsy New Zealand, they make it their mission to improve the lives of those…

A collection sure to spark your curiosity

14 Mar 2024

The Resene Curiosity Wallpaper Collection available from your local Resene ColorShop has an array of strikingly unique, eye-catching designs and patterns with fabric like texture, fullness of leaves and flowers,…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper!

14 Mar 2024

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for one of these free events in Christchurch!

Learn about the latest wallpaper trends, see the latest wallpaper collections and learn tips and tricks on hanging…

Crack open your creativity with these DIY Easter crafts for all ages

14 Mar 2024

Easter is right around the corner and what better way to ‘hop’ into the spirit then doing some bright and colourful DIY projects. Get the kids involved and pop into…

You’re invited to an evening of wallpaper!

28 Feb 2024

Join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event!

Learn about the latest wallpaper trends, see the latest wallpaper collections and learn tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper.

Get all your wallpaper…

Tune in to Episode Two of If These Walls Could Talk

15 Feb 2024

Follow along habitat by Resene’s new podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk, where we delve into creative and innovative approaches to living and working with colour. Listen to a…

Dreamy elegance: A new wallpaper collection that will elevate your home

15 Feb 2024

The Resene V & A Wallpaper Collection is a rich collection of nine wallpaper patterns in over 30 colourways, encapsulating design excellence and craftmanship. This is an enchanting collection of…

Embrace the Chinese New Year with these creative ideas

07 Feb 2024

Beginning on February 10th, Chinese New Year is an annual festival that begins with the new moon. It is a time to celebrate loved ones and new hopes for the…

Valentine’s Day on a budget: DIY painted vases

07 Feb 2024

Flowers and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand, but what if you could present the flowers to your loved one in special DIY glass vases that you made yourself.  These…

Dive into décor with the first podcast episode of If These Walls Could Talk!

07 Feb 2024

Explore the enchanting world of transforming your living or working spaces with the allure of colour in habitat and Resene's new podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk.

Immerse yourself in…

Make an entrance with a DIY umbrella holder

07 Mar 2024

As we embrace the indoors through autumn and winter, it’s the perfect time to look at how we can downsize, reorganise and declutter.

Entryways are a really good, practical place…

Find peace in Pegasus with this first-prize Heart Foundation Lottery home

31 Jan 2024

With a gorgeous lake at its centre, the growing town of Pegasus is popular with families of all shapes and sizes. Situated in north Canterbury, it is just 25km from…

Breathe life into a beige colour scheme with these boredom-busting Resene accent colours

12 Feb 2024

With the skyrocketing popularity of neutral-focused design aesthetics like ‘quiet luxury’ and ‘warm minimalism’, beige has made a big comeback in the decorating world. While often considered a safe and…

Drumroll… insights of the wallpaper design winners

22 Jan 2024

Ever wanted to create your own wallpaper?  These four designers have successfully created their own unique designs winning them an accolade in the latest Resene Wallpaper Design Competition.  With so…

Five new aesthetic trends you may not have heard of

22 Jan 2024

Feeling busier than ever? You’re not alone. Between work, commuting, taking care of family, sport or volunteering commitments, hobbies, finding time to cook (and hopefully sleep), modern life has become…

The queen of all wallpapers

17 Jan 2024

Be taken on an African Safari with the Resene African Queen Wallpaper Collection, appreciating the wonders of nature. Designs inspired by elephant skin, ostrich and crocodile leather and gazelle fur…

Plan your dream room and win!

10 Jan 2024

Plan your dream room using our template and be in to win $2000 cash and $500 of Resene paint and wallpaper to make it happen!

Mood boards help crystallise your random…

A fruity forecast: Pantone Colour of the Year 2024 announced!

20 Dec 2023

Warm and embracing, winner of Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2024, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, is a velvety, gentle peach tone with a nurturing spirit that enriches the mind, body…

Keep the kids entertained these holidays!

20 Dec 2023

We’ve got more fun and creative ideas to keep the kids busy these holidays. With bright and vibrant Resene testpot colours there is no limit to what they can create!…

Shimmer by the roll

12 Dec 2023

The new Resene FX Metallics Wallpaper Collection offers a simple way to add even more glimmer and glamour to your upcoming projects.

This collection is manufactured with real Resene paint and…

Infinite possibilities: Brand new wallpaper designs for your next project

11 Dec 2023

This could be your most loved wallpaper collection yet. From nature inspired murals that depict windows to another world, to wonderfully flowing patterns and shapes with tranquil hues, the Resene…

Peachy keen: the perfect Resene paint colour pairings for the hue everyone is talking about

11 Dec 2023

Societal shifts and colour trends will always be closely aligned, and one method of soothing ourselves during tumultuous times is wearing and decorating with calming colours. As we look to…

Infinite possibilities: Exploring the dreamy designs of Resene’s new wallpaper collection

06 Dec 2023

This could be your most loved and dreamiest wallpaper collection yet. From nature inspired murals that depict windows to another lush world, to wonderfully flowing patterns and shapes with tranquil…

A wave of transformation: Revamping a tween's room

23 Nov 2023

Yvette Parker purchased a house that came with a charming but neglected room, her daughter's haven. Fast forward a few years and armed with creativity, a desire for change, and…

Design dreams come true: Inspire your next project with this refined wallpaper collection

10 Nov 2023

The Resene Inspire Wallpaper Collection is home to botanical prints that bring the outdoors in, warming textures that add depth and interest and feather designs that lend a touch of…

Choosing the right Resene colours to support your biophilic design concept

10 Nov 2023

In recent decades, there has been a strong trend towards boxy, minimalist and largely white interiors. While some may feel this look is ‘clean’, these spaces are far removed from…

Crafty dining: DIY table runner

08 Nov 2023

Create a vibrant and personalised touch for your dining space with this DIY table runner using your favourite Resene colours. By combining a few essential materials like MDF board, pine…

Creating a cosy haven with Nood and Resene

08 Nov 2023

Although we’re heading towards summer, those crisp bites of wind and rainy days still seem to roll in. If you’re someone who likes to be cosy all year round, then…

Reader roundup: Sunshine hallways, retro vibes and makeshift Resene downpipes

01 Nov 2023

As we head into late Spring and Summer, we’ve had an abundance of bright and cheerful projects sent in from our readers. From hope stones to zesty murals and wallpaper…

The final of House Rules will leave you speechless!

26 Oct 2023

With only two teams left, after Char and Violet received the lowest score on re-do week, the fight is on to win the life-changing prize that will change one team’s…

Pick your favourite design and you could win $5000 for your home

25 Oct 2023

Parnell’s annual décor competition, partnered with Resene, has been underway this month, and we’ve taken a look at three of the design themes so far. By choosing your favourite you’ll…

WIN $5000 for your home: Just tell us your favourite design theme!

17 Oct 2023

Parnell is once again running its annual décor competition, partnered with Resene, where you’ll have the chance to vote for your favourite design theme.

We’ve explored the first two themes,…

An EXPLOSIVE week on House Rules!

11 Oct 2023

It’s week five on House Rules and the teams are exhausted and in a hurry to gain as many points as they can in order to win… but we bet…

Choose your favourite design theme and you could WIN $5000 for your home!

11 Oct 2023

Parnell is once again running its annual décor competition, partnered with Resene, where you’ll have the chance to vote for your favourite design theme.

Last week we introduced the first theme,…

This sophisticated seaside home could be all yours!

11 Oct 2023

One of the most populated towns in the Coromandel, Whitianga, is revered for its charming harbour and resort-style living. This is why the Heart Foundation is delighted to return here…

WIN $5,000 for your home, thanks to the 2023 PARNELL and RESENE DÉCOR PROMOTION

09 Oct 2023

With an eye for detail and design, we know you’ll love this competition! Parnell is once again running its very successful annual décor competition. This year Parnell has partnered with…

WIN $5,000 for your home, thanks to the 2023 Parnell and Resene Décor Promotion

04 Oct 2023

Parnell is once again running its very successful annual décor competition. This year Parnell has partnered with Resene to make this promotion even more exciting and provides participants the chance…

Take a look at House Rules week four results!

04 Oct 2023

The teams had it cut out for them this week as they took on Nikita and Sherwen’s home. With some interesting house rules, it will all come down to finding…

Decorated kid's playhouse brightens lives and gives back

25 Oct 2023

In a heart-warming initiative aimed at supporting the well-being and mental health services in their local community, the Rotary Club of Invercargill North have come together to create a magical…

Bold and brave designs for week three of House Rules!

28 Sep 2023

It was a colourful week for House Rules week three! This week was Theresa and Jarrad’s turn to hand over their keys to the other teams, and we’ve got the…

Stripe up your life with this DIY bedside table

28 Sep 2023

This easy-to-achieve effect makes a big statement and works best with symmetrical-shaped furniture. We used an old stool and turned it into some bedside bling by giving it a striking…

Ready for a sneak peak of House Rules week two?

20 Sep 2023

The second week of House Rules 2023 has aired, and if you're a fan of remarkable transformations, this is the series to watch! However, it comes with its fair share…

Resene Total Colour Awards 2023 winners announced!

14 Sep 2023

This year’s Resene Total Colour Awards received the highest number of entries into the annual awards, eclipsing the previous year and making for much heated debate and discussion among the…

Don’t miss the first week of House Rules 2023!

14 Sep 2023

The first week of House Rules 2023 has aired, and if you love a good before and after, this is the show for you – although it’s not without its…

Spring has arrived, and so has our 2024 colour and decorating trend forecast

11 Sep 2023

The beginning of spring is hugely energising, and it’s the time of year that many clients are inspired to embark upon new projects. The start of spring is also a…

The art of office transformation: Crafting a bold and dynamic workspace in a historic setting

11 Sep 2023

In the realm of interior design, every project tells a unique story. It breathes life into spaces, harmonising functionality and aesthetics to craft environments that resonate with the people who…

Resene Total Colour Awards 2023 winners announced!

30 Aug 2023

It was a much awaited treat to be able to celebrate the winners of the Resene Total Colour Awards in a colourful awards night at New Zealand Fashion Week. The…

Meet the Resene artist who’ll be painting LIVE at Art in the Park 2023!

24 Aug 2023

New Zealand’s ultimate art experience is back for 2023! Art in the Park returns to Eden Park this September 7th-10th - bringing 100 of the country’s best creators to a…

Spice up your walls with this exciting wallpaper collection from Resene

15 Aug 2023

You’ll be dancing for joy when you choose one of these wallpapers for your walls. The Resene Salsa Wallpaper Collection offers a variety of floral and geo designs combined with…

Barbiecore décor: Create your own Malibu dreamhouse with a pop of pink

31 Jul 2023

In a world that celebrates individuality and self-expression, the resurgence of nostalgia has brought forth an enchanting trend that captures the essence of whimsy and unapologetic femininity – as well…

Dreamy slumbers: Unveiling the new enchanting Resene Living duvet range

31 Jul 2023

Transform your bedroom into a haven of serenity and elegance with the new Resene Living duvet range. Designed to coordinate with Resene colours, these duvets will bring an extra dreamy…

Layers of impact: Wearable art with a powerful message about the true cost of fashion

31 Jul 2023

Designer Anna Potton-Grapes has recently unveiled her latest garment, Last Season's Colour, which she submitted to World of Wearable Arts (WOW). This striking piece is not only visually captivating but…

Take control of the clock with these clever Resene products

28 Jul 2023

There are few things less inspiring to someone on the lookout for a new place to live or start a business than browsing real estate listings only to find a…

Brick Bay announces 2023 Folly Project winner

19 Jul 2023

The eighth and most recent Brick Bay Folly Project winner has now been officially announced! 

Four recent graduates from Victoria University of Wellington School of Architecture have designed and built their…

Revitalising a 1960s home exterior: A journey of transformation and personal achievement

11 Jul 2023

Gudny and Chris, homeowners in vibrant Point Chevalier, Auckland, decided to give the exterior of their home a much-needed refresh. Their two-story brick and concrete house, built in 1968, has…

Brick Bay announces 2023 Folly Project winner

10 Jul 2023

The eighth and most recent Brick Bay Folly Project winner has now been officially announced.

Four recent graduates from Victoria University of Wellington School of Architecture have designed and built their…

Where and why you should be using Resene colour washes to transform your project materials

10 Jul 2023

One of the most significant impacts that the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the architecture, building, interior design and property management industries is reducing material availability. Where we used to…

Renovating, the right way

04 Jul 2023

Tips from Master Builders

There’s an allure to working with what already exists. A home and site well known and loved by its owners is often one that can be best…

Captivating views, colour, charm and comfort: This Wānaka home promises it all

29 Jun 2023

You could be the proud new owner of this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Wānaka, valued at $1.52 million, if you’re the first-prize winner of the Heart Foundation Lottery…

Help Tim Christie and others raise money for dementia

22 Jun 2023

Create for Dementia 2023 

From 1-30 June, Alzheimer’s New Zealand is raising money for Kiwi’s through their Create for Dementia fundraising challenge.

Whether you're a creative professional, a hobbyist, or a…

Enter now: the Resene Small Room Awards 2023

29 Jun 2023

Have you done something bold or interesting with paint or wallpaper in a small room in your house? It could be an office, nursery, laundry or powder room – the…

Painting and decorating jobs to tackle over winter

14 Jun 2023

Winter weather means more time is spent indoors – the perfect excuse to spruce up your space with these quick and easy painting and decorating projects from Masterstroke by Resene.

1.…

This can’t-miss colour is setting the design world on fire

09 Jun 2023

When wave after wave of stringent lockdowns forced us to spend much of our days within our own homes, there was a strong preference for design that would provide softness…

Tim Christie shares his latest art series with a pattern containing the rhythm of life

07 Jun 2023

Tim’s style has been described as a modern synthesis of op art, pop art and geometric abstraction. Multi-disciplinary artist, Tim Christie, tells us about his polydot series where he uses…

On a roll: The ultimate wallpaper collection for your next project

07 Jun 2023

The new Resene The Battle of Style Wallpaper Collection has landed. Whatever the brief or style for your next project, there are no boundaries as to what you can create…

Enter your design into the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition and win!

07 Jun 2023

The Resene Wallpaper Design Competition invites all New Zealanders and Australians to take part and enter their wallpaper design for a chance to win a share of over $7,000 in…

Preserving heritage, inspiring innovation: The Barracks' modern office design

07 Jun 2023

The transformation of Brisbane's historic Barracks Building into a vibrant office space was made possible by the design skills of interior designer Charlotte Wilson from MacArthur and Co., and the…

Flourishing décor: Embrace the Resene Club Botanique Wallpaper Collection

07 Jun 2023

Relax into your home with the Resene Club Botanique Wallpaper Collection, offering elegant natural patterns that give a luxe take on hygge. The collection is brimming with geometric retro designs,…

Making an Entrance competition: Enter now!

22 Jun 2023

Do you have a wonderful front door or entrance decorated in Resene paint or wallpaper? Show us and be in to win one of five great prizes – as well…

This DIY pedestal is 'crackin' good!

23 May 2023

You’ll have a cracking good time with this DIY pedestal! The marble effect adds some intrigue and interest to this piece, and can be created in any colour you want.…

Colour your floor with these impressive designs from the Resene Living rug collection

23 May 2023

If you’ve spent the time to decorate your walls and ceiling, it’s time to add some more style and flair to your fifth wall – your floor! Colour your floor…

Five earthy yet elegant colour palettes to nail the quiet luxury look

16 May 2023

While the resurgence of maximalism continues to be a major topic of discussion in the design world, there is also a new adaptation of minimalism on the rise. Sometimes referred…

Entries are now open for the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition

16 May 2023

Do you have a flair for patterns? Are your floral designs blooming great, and do your plaids have checks appeal? If you have ever wanted to design your own wallpaper…

Brick Bay Folly 2024: Call for entries

16 May 2023

The Brick Bay Sculpture Trust invites emerging architects to submit concepts for the annual Brick Bay Folly; a design-build competition that investigates the intersection between sculpture and architecture with temporary…

Beyond flat: Get inspired with these textured wallpaper ideas

10 May 2023

Bring on the texture with the Resene Wall Textures V Wallpaper Collection, finished in a range of popular and classic hues carefully combined with texture to bring an extra dimension…

Dowel-ightful décor: Add some style to your space with this DIY wood dowel art

10 May 2023

If your walls are feeling a little bare and need something artsy or colourful to spice them up, try making your own wood dowel hanging art. You can paint any…

Reader roundup: From bright bedroom designs to fresh exteriors and town murals

23 May 2023

It has been a busy month for our readers, and we absolutely love hearing from each and every one of you about your creative projects using Resene paints, stains and…

Paint it PINK for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

04 May 2023

Help Resene raise money for the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation. Buy any Resene 60mL testpot beginning with the letter  P, I, N or K  during May 2023 and Resene will…

On a roll: The ultimate wallpaper collection from Resene

04 May 2023

The new Resene The Battle of Style Wallpaper Collection has landed. Whatever style, or tone you are trying to set in your home, there are no boundaries to what you…

Colour is the key ‘element’ in this new build’s exterior

04 May 2023

The earthy charcoal shade of Resene Element was the perfect choice for this modern new build where industrial minimalism meets empty-nester dreams. After their children left home, Kim and Neil…

From flat to fabulous: Create a little magic with Resene’s new lifelike wallpaper collection

26 Apr 2023

The new Resene Pint Walls Wallpaper Collection seamlessly blends organic and structural elements, bridging the gap between natural and man-made aesthetics through the form of unique 3D flowers. Featuring a…

Create a relaxing sanctuary at home with this new nature inspired wallpaper

20 Apr 2023

The new Resene Sakura Wallpaper Collection serves to reflect different styles in the thematic fields of botanicals and wildlife. This deeply relaxed feel-good collection boasts new designs and trendy colours…

Make your own personalised keyring for mum for this Mother’s Day

19 Apr 2023

Why not give mum something she can carry with her wherever she goes? Get creative with her favourite colours with Resene testpots and give her a unique and one-of-a-kind gift…

Colouring a brand: The interior palette of Noah's Ark Teahouse

17 Apr 2023

Situated on the famous Cuba Street in Wellington, Noah’s Ark Teahouse is an inviting and charming space. Tropical greens and well-balanced browns and neutrals from the Resene paint range were…

Squeeze in these citrus-inspired paint colours to add some zest to your design

17 Apr 2023

While not every colour that becomes a hit in the fashion world trickles down into the architecture and interior design spheres, fashion is undoubtedly the primary influencer of decorating colour…

Day in the life: A Resene Colour Specialist and ColorShop Assistant Manager

13 Apr 2023

This week we speak to Veronica Hamilton, who tells us all about her roles within Resene, including a Resene Colour Specialist, Assistant Manager and Colour Matcher. If you’re wondering what…

Sensai wallpaper: A fusion of serenity and modernity

04 Apr 2023

Let's explore Japan, also known as the land of the rising sun. The new Resene Sensai Wallpaper Collection draws inspiration from traditional Japanese style elements and blends them with modern…

Pattern perfection: A new wallpaper collection that’s both sophisticated and fun

29 Mar 2023

From patterns to plain, and floral to geo style, the new Resene Mata Hari Wallpaper Collection will have you rolling your walls with trendy new shades. The collection features exotic…

Sleep in style with this DIY paint and stain headboard

23 Mar 2023

Add a personal, and one-of-a-kind, touch to any bedroom by making your own stylish headboard. A headboard is often the focal point of a bedroom, and by painting it with…

Day in the life: A Resene ColorShop Manager

23 Mar 2023

This week we speak to Cody Lubach, who tells us all about his role as a Resene store manager at the Resene ColorShop in Newmarket, Auckland. If you’re wondering what…

Curated chic: Make a statement with museum-inspired wallpaper

15 Mar 2023

Resene’s new wallpaper collection is where art and fashion meet in lush designs and stunning creations. Transform your home into a contemporary masterpiece, taking you on a journey through time…

6 soothing colour selections to use where comfort is key

10 Mar 2023

Given the undeniable and transformative impact that colour has on a project’s design, your paint, stain and wallpaper selections go an awfully long way in setting the overall tone of…

Need help with wallpaper? Come and ask an expert at an evening with Resene

02 Mar 2023

Come and join us for a colourful and inspiring evening of wallpaper with our Wallpaper Expert! Ask all the questions you’ve been wanting to ask. From patterns to colours, and smooth…

Bring some French indulgence into your home with Resene’s new wallpaper collection

02 Mar 2023

If you’ve always wanted to bring some Parisian chic style into your home, Resene’s new Trianon XIII Wallpaper Collection oozes shimmering and velvety looks, baroque ornamentation and embroidered patterns -…

Rock on! DIY rock art for your garden

02 Mar 2023

Your garden will look rock-solid with some colourful art amongst all the greenery. Why not get creative with some Resene testpots and leftover rocks and stones. This project allows you…

Create your own garden oasis inside with Resene’s new wallpaper collection

22 Feb 2023

Add a touch of whimsy to your interior walls with the new Resene Dream Garden Wallpaper Collection. Whether it’s a simple floral pattern with neutral tones, or a full-blown vibrant…

Creating a dazzling dressing room

14 Feb 2023

Need your own space? Trudi Brewer did, and when her oldest son moved out, she turned the spare room into her dream dressing room, a space to herself in an…

Dramatic Resene paint colours to reach for when only dark will do

10 Feb 2023

There was a time when many believed that painting a room from tip to toe in a dark hue would automatically make the space feel smaller. Luckily, that theory has…

This Heart Foundation Lottery home in Papamoa offers the best of both worlds

08 Feb 2023

Sea, sand and just a short commute from Tauranga’s centre, are just some of the attributes that Liz Halpin, Heart Foundation Lottery Operations Manager, sees as crucial to the appeal…

‘Tropic like it’s hot’ with some fresh new wallpaper

01 Feb 2023

Summer vibes are good vibes, and that’s what the Resene Tropical House Wallpaper Collection promises. Both bold and soft colours are showcased through extraordinary shapes and graphics, exotic plants, imaginative…

Angela’s refurbished furniture is ‘drawer-ing’ attention

25 Jan 2023

Angela Fell is quick on the ‘drawer’ to spot a good second-hand item that has the bones for something great. With a bit of love and help from Resene paints…

Give a gift of fortune and luck with these DIY Chinese New Year envelopes

18 Jan 2023

This year we celebrate the year of the Rabbit. On January 22 you can celebrate the Chinese New Year and give a gift to loved ones with these lucky DIY…

Think you’ve got the best home on wheels? Be in to win!

19 Jan 2023

If you have a rad RV that you’ve recently refreshed, you could be in to win! Resene have teamed up with MCD to find New Zealand’s coolest RV decorating projects.…

5 breezy Resene blues your clients will fall in love with

18 Jan 2023

Once the summer holidays have passed, it’s common for clients to approach designers looking for a change – especially if they spent their days off at home or at the…

Tips on cleaning your outdoor areas

17 Jan 2023

There are few jobs as satisfying as using a waterblaster to blast away dirt, moss and mould from hard surfaces. The results are almost instant and can be incredibly rewarding.

Unfortunately,…

This new wallpaper collection is a dream come blue

17 Jan 2023

An ode to the timeless, classic colour that we all love, the new Resene Only Blue Wallpaper Collection is filled with blue designs to suit all rooms. With clients frequently…

Pulling the strings behind AGM, Nathan Inkpen shares his role and journey into architecture and design

17 Jan 2023

It takes a lot of work to put out a magazine, and although his face is not on the editor’s page of the magazines at AGM, as publisher, Nathan Inkpen…

Find the shine that was mer-made for you

11 Jan 2023

The mermaidcore trend, also known as pearlcore, hit the fashion runway in 2022 and is now making a statement within home interiors. If you’re looking to add a bit of…

Divide and conquer: DIY privacy screen and room divider

11 Jan 2023

Do you need more privacy? Or perhaps you are bored of your room looking the same? A privacy screen or room divider might be just the thing you are looking…

Artist Lynsey Watts creates one-of-a-kind mesmerising mandalas

11 Jan 2023

It all started with a rock. When Lynsey Watts stumbled across a little kindness rock hidden in her community painted in mandala style she was instantly drawn to the design,…

Show off your ‘a-maize-ing’ skills with a DIY cornhole game

11 Jan 2023

Looking for some summer fun? Become the boss at the toss by making your own cornhole game. Family, friends and neighbours are sure to want to come over for a…

The Do Up: Blair and Gretchen’s bungalow renovation

20 Dec 2022

 A resourceful Auckland CFO plans to paint and renovate his family’s Kingsland bungalow by getting on the tools himself.

By day, Blair Houston is chief financial officer for a health-tech company,…

Steal their style: Design inspo from two show homes

14 Dec 2022

Not sure what design or colour palette you want for your new pad? Resene partners with many expert building companies to showcase different colours and designs so you can find…

Make your own hand-painted gift wrap

14 Dec 2022

Give a 110 ‘present’ on your gifts this year by making your own wrapping paper. Your loved ones will appreciate the extra effort and you will have gifts will certainly…

The power of playfulness: Freemans Bay School’s colourful architecture drives the learning process

14 Dec 2022

When the pupils at Freemans Bay School enter the grounds, they see a rainbow - an array of colours that arcs through the buildings to represent the diversity of the…

Michael Michalsky’s new wallpaper collection will add the wow factor to your next project

13 Dec 2022

The Resene Change is Good Wallpaper Collection by Michael Michalsky is a carefully curated range of wallpapers to suit both commercial and residential projects. German designer Michael Michalsky is known…

Paint like a pro: How to use a roller

08 Dec 2022

Are you ready to roll?

Every hardworking DIYer would like their painting project to have a polished finish, one that looks like it could have been done by a professional.…

Resene Total Colour Awards 2022 winners announced

25 Nov 2022

Despite the many roadblocks and challenges specifiers have been up against during the past few years, the 12th annual Resene Total Colour Awards saw a bumper crop of impressive entries.…

Drumroll, please… the winner of the 2022 Resene Wallpaper Design Competition announced

08 Nov 2022

Drumroll, please… the 2022 Resene Wallpaper Design Competition has closed, and the winners have been crowned. Congratulations to this year's winner, designer and artist Valerie Khoo.

Valerie's nautical design Shells celebrates…

Honouring Māori tradition with design and the Resene Traditional Māori Colour Palette

08 Nov 2022

Many buildings tell a story of a moment in time through their architecture, materials and construction, traditional Māori architecture often goes a step further with the whare design itself telling…

The accent colours to design with now to keep on top of the latest trends

08 Nov 2022

There are some circumstances where it makes sense to pick classic colours that will stand the test of time, but there are just as many other situations where your design…

Concrete ideas: Two easy ways to clean up your driveway or path

02 Nov 2022

Resene Concrete Stain in Resene Bleached Grey can rejuvenate tired pavers. Project by Claudia Kozub, image by Melanie Jenkins.

Concrete ideas:  Two easy ways to clean up your driveway of path

Do…

Creep it real this Halloween with three spooktacular craft projects

27 Oct 2022

Throwing a party this spooky season? Give ‘em pumpkin to talk about with these fa-boo-lous, simple DIY decorations that will creep up your space. You will be the ghost or…

Dial up the texture with the new Resene Living Florence range from Briscoes

19 Oct 2022

As the days get busier and longer towards the end of the year rush, we could all do with a good night’s sleep. An easy way to dial up the…

Artist Heather Wilson takes a bite out of the Big Apple project

13 Oct 2022

Heather Wilson has taken a good bite out of 2022. The Hawke’s Bay artist has branched out from her usual scenic paintings to involved in the Big Apple Project which…

Coming soon habitat plus – decorating and colour trends

10 Oct 2022

Do you or your clients need some inspiration? 

Our latest habitat plus - decorating and colour trends is coming soon to Resene ColorShops, and it’s packed with design inspiration.

We’ve rounded up…

Get hands-on with the Resene Textures V Wallpaper Collection

10 Oct 2022

Reach out and touch the new Resene Textures V Wallpaper Collection. Go on - we know you want to. With a broad range of colours and effects, the collection emulates…

Make your own urli bowl for Diwali

05 Oct 2022

The Diwali festival of light celebrates the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. It’s customary in this Indian festival to decorate your home with…

How to make your own wallpaper flowers

29 Sep 2022

These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper left over after decorating will mean your décor will be blooming gorgeous, no matter the season.

You will need:

Plain paper

Ruler
Pencil
Scissors
Wallpaper offcuts, we used Resene Wallpaper…

How to hang Resene paste-the-wall wallpapers

22 Sep 2022

Hanging wallpaper is a lot easier than it used to be. 60 to 80 per cent of wallpapers are now non-woven (synthetic) paste-the-wall designs, which are easy for wallpaper newbies.…

Match your duvet to your walls. Two stylish new options from the Resene Living Range

15 Sep 2022

Add a little colour to your bedroom décor with two new colour options from the Resene Living collection. The Maze range from Resene Living will add sophisticated statement in your…

How to create a side table that’s a cut above

15 Sep 2022

This side table is no sideline act. Paint pieces of pine in your favourite Resene colours to create the perfect piece for your home.

You will need:

5 untreated pine boards 28cm…

Be wowed by the new Amazing range from the Resene Wallpaper Collection

14 Sep 2022

If your client’s walls are calling out for some attention, introduce vibrant personality with eye-catching impact. The new Resene Amazing Wallpaper Collection showcases hand-drawn motifs with lotus leaves in colourful…

Dopamine decorating: feel good colour palettes for your next project

14 Sep 2022

Bold supercharged hues, soft feel-good colours and lavishly patterned wallpapers; designers are embracing elements that evoke a sense of fantasy and other-worldliness. 

A growing number of designers and clients are immersing…

This vintage drinks cabinet has a stylish surprise

08 Sep 2022

Having friends and family over for drinks? Surprise and delight them with the cheerful wallpaper inside this drinks cabinet. Fleur gave this drinks cabinet a tropical twist with Resene Wallpaper…

How to create a patterned DIY headboard

24 Aug 2022

There is no better way to spruce up a room than with wallpaper, but what about making it an even more striking feature? Try this patterned headboard DIY to really…

The new Resene Onyx Wallpaper Collection designs rethink walls with striking geometric forms and playful shading

16 Aug 2022

Pushing the boundaries when it comes to exploring walls in an interior, the new Resene Onyx Wallpaper Collection designs mix geometric edge with cubist forms.

Bringing a three-dimensional celebration of eye-catching…

Australian artist Ingrid’s Resene murals sing with colour

11 Aug 2022

Painting outdoors in Australia’s heat isn’t easy, but Queensland’s Ingrid is well acquainted with painting in sweltering summer temperatures. She produces vibrant works often inspired by natural elements like flowers…

This impressive winning family teeny house features a stained wooden staircase

10 Aug 2022

It was a creative family effort that won Kate Cater and her teenage daughters Anna and Maddie a title in the habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition. As the winner of the…

Zoe McBride's winning teeny house has a lolly machine and an underwater room

29 Jun 2022

Zoe McBride’s Teeny House might have been small, but her crafty efforts in the habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition show her imagination is huge. As the winner of the…

This impressive winning family teeny house features a wood-stained staircase

03 Aug 2022

It was a creative family effort that won Kate Cater and her teenage daughters Anna and Maddie a title in the habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition. As the winner of the…

How to create a DIY hutch dresser

03 Aug 2022

Ever wondered what you can do with leftover Resene Wallpaper? Why not spruce up an old piece of furniture. This DIY is perfect if you are wanting to breathe new…

Reader roundup: From Kitchen makeovers to wallpaper gowns

03 Aug 2022

It’s amazing what whimsical and creative things can be whipped up with a simple paintbrush, a Resene testpot or a roll of Resene wallpaper. Our readers have been busy cooking…

Painted ‘Hope Stones’ support the Nelson Cancer Society

27 Jul 2022

After spotting an article in her local Nelson newspaper on painting Hope Stones for the Cancer Society, Janis felt inspired. “I remember thinking: ‘I can help with that’.”

Hope Stones began…

Transform a wall by adding texture

20 Jul 2022

Textured walls look fantastic and are popular in the design world right now. If you want to bring natural depth and dimension to interior walls, but you’re not keen to…

Wallpaper Design Competition closing soon

19 Jul 2022

Do you feel like you’ve got what it takes to create a stunning wallpaper? Have you always wanted to craft your very own design? Then get drawing! The Resene Wallpaper…

New Floral wallpaper designs to create stylish spaces with a touch of whimsy

19 Jul 2022

Garden lovers unite! Daydream through heavenly gardens of blooms and heady scents in this wonderfully escapist collection, Fiore. Nature’s bounty bursts with floral patterns and colour in this new decorative…

“William Morris except louder”: Explore the Observatory Hotel’s bold Resene renovation

19 Jul 2022

When crafting a hotel interior, there is much to consider; how to add décor flair, the guests' experience, budget, comfort and ease.

Add an iconic heritage building into the mix, and…

All you could ever need to build a tiny home is now in one place

13 Jul 2022

Tiny home advocate and expert Sharla May says over the last six years, she’s experienced a lot when it comes to navigating the world of tiny living.

“I’ve seen friends, family and…

Rainbow style: How to create DIY painted vases for a bookshelf

13 Jul 2022

Add a burst of colour to your shelves with these rainbow vases. You can start this activity with a morning hunting at op shops for ceramics you like the shape…

Zoe McBride's winning teeny house has a lolly machine and an underwater room

29 Jun 2022

Zoe McBride’s Teeny House might have been small, but her crafty efforts in the habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition show her imagination is huge. As the winner of the…

There’s still time to enter the Resene Wallpaper Competition!

29 Jun 2022

Do you have some designs you’d like to get down on paper? Are you on a roll with your decorating ideas? See your design ideas come to life by entering…

How to make a colourful Lego-inspired DIY clock

29 Jun 2022

‘Lego’ of the fear of ever being late with this colourful DIY clock, perfect for a kid’s bedroom or any Lego fan. Resene Flashpoint is sure to brighten up any…

Meet the artist behind the Miss Lolo Resene Wallpaper Collection

22 Jun 2022

Designer Tamzyn Adding believes in bold use of colour in her interiors. Her newest wallpaper collection with Resene reflects just that. “They’re never designed to merely blend in with the…

How to create your own DIY origami pendant light

22 Jun 2022

Try your hand at origami and create a pendant light to hang – this kind of paperwork is the fun kind! The light is striking and elegant painted in colours…

Small wonders: Teeny House competition 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…

Reader round up: Mural walls, makeovers and mudcakes

16 Jun 2022

It’s been another month of Resene fans across the country getting their creative juices flowing. There’s no shortage of impressive projects using Resene paints and wallpapers, check them out below.

Flower…

How to create your own DIY Anaglypta drum light

16 Jun 2022

This is a simple and chic DIY drum light that glows with sophistication and style. Try out this DIY to give an old shade a new look, and experiment with…

Entries are now open for the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition

15 Jun 2022

Do you have a flair for patterns? Are your floral designs blooming great, and do your plaids have checks appeal? If you have ever wanted to design your own wallpaper…

5 wallpaper and colour pairings worth considering on your next project

15 Jun 2022

There’s no doubt wallpaper is having a renaissance but it’s hard to avoid letting past experiences colour our current design decisions. Wallpapers of the past are night and day in…

How to make DIY geometric wooden wall art

09 Jun 2022

If your walls are feeling a little bare and need something bright and groovy to spice them up, this geometric wall art piece is a winner.

 

The DIY geometric wall art…

Call for entries into Your Home and Garden’s Small Room Awards

26 May 2022

Have you done something bold or interesting with Resene paint or wallpaper in a small room in your house? It could be an office, nursery, laundry or powder room –…

How to make your own DIY ‘Eat Me’ kitchen shelf

26 May 2022

Inject a little fun and colour into your kitchen with this clever wooden DIY. The shelf spells out ‘Eat Me’, and is quirky and bright in Resene Blackberry, Resene Lemon…

Brick Bay announces 2022 Folly Project winner

18 May 2022

The seventh and most recent Brick Bay Folly Project winner has now been officially announced.

Three recent graduates of Auckland University’s School of Architecture, Joseph Trace, Brandon Carter-Chan and Nicholas Rowsby…

Napier’s sun, sea, and stunning architecture make the chance to win this Heart Foundation Lottery home unmissable

12 May 2022

The Heart Foundation’s lottery is not only a chance to win a brand new home decorated in Resene in sought after locations, it’s a chance to win a brand new…

Reader Round Up: A delicious Resene-inspired cake and a rainbow alley

12 May 2022

Our talented readers have been busy again this month. In this round up, we see readers using Resene paints and colours to makeover fireplaces, breathe life into Chorus boxes and…

Met Gala glam: Three interior styles for a touch of star-spangled glamour

05 May 2022

The stars were out on the first Monday in May for the annual Met Gala in New York. The event, which is a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's…

How to embrace a tonal colour palette in your home

05 May 2022

After a change in your home for winter? Tonal interiors are your answer to creating a harmonious look in any room. Think of it as your secret weapon to creating…

A Napier landmark gets an authentically coloured uplift

19 Apr 2022

It was 27 years ago when sisters Keri Mason and Raewyn Dailey were looking for a building to purchase to start up a new business and a large Art Deco…

Brick Bay now inviting entries for the next Folly Competition

19 Apr 2022

Back for another amazing year, the team behind the Brick Bay Folly Competition are ready to receive innovative and experimental ideas from architecture students and recent graduates looking to push…

Colour your floors with these inspiring designs from the Resene Living rug collection

14 Apr 2022

If you’ve decorated your walls and ceiling to perfection remember to think about your fifth wall – your floor! Colour your floors with the Resene Living rug collection available from…

Brighten up mum’s day with a Resene prize pack

14 Apr 2022

Would some wallpaper make your mum’s day? How about a colourful makeover of the living room? For Mother’s Day Resene is giving away a big bunch of Resene goodies for…

Rūma has it: Studio space where creativity is King

14 Apr 2022

When Jasmin was made redundant in the 2020 Covid lockdown, she turned a negative situation into colourful inspiration. For many years she had an idea in the back of her…

Look closely at Anthea Weir’s art, it’s not made of what you think

31 Mar 2022

Anthea Weir is a passionate recycler, turning trash into treasure from her home on the Kapiti Coast. On top of being a full time graphic designer and painter, she’s added…

Meet the artists behind Auckland’s Whale Tales Trail

24 Mar 2022

Public art trail Whale Tales is in full swing, with stunning whale tail sculptures painted in Resene colours by adults and kids alike dotted across Auckland. Whale Tales brings a…

Get your walls in shape with these paintable panels

21 Mar 2022

Wall panel expertise with Muros

There is no denying that textured walls are a hot design trend. In the most recent issue of BlackWhite magazine, we showcased a number of Resene…

Excellent Resene-coloured projects recognised at the 2021 Best Design Awards

18 Mar 2022

In a time when it’s been so difficult to come together to celebrate the amazing work designers across the country have been producing, it was a treat this year that…

Student and artist collaborations splash two Victorian communities with colour

17 Mar 2022

After much anticipation, South Gippsland is now home to two new public art projects designed and curated by Collingwood-based studio, The Social Crew.

The first was painted in the township of Korumburra, which artists David…

Natural Wonder: Stylish new wool carpets to try from Feltex

16 Mar 2022

Carpet solutions with Feltex

From the farm to your floor, two stylish new wool carpet ranges from Feltex celebrate the natural beauty of New Zealand wool.

There’s nothing quite like natural wool…

Two craft projects that say, ‘I-rish you a happy St Patrick’s Day’

09 Mar 2022

St Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to dust off any green hiding in your closet and shamrock n’ roll. It’s also a great opportunity…

7 painted floor stencils to try at home: Downloadable stencil patterns

02 Mar 2022

Painting your floor using a stencil is a cost-effective alternative to tiling, and best of all you can paint over it when it’s time to update your space. When painting…

TradieGal Tutorials: Pro painting tips

02 Mar 2022

In this TradieGal Tutorial, professional painter and decorator Tegan Williams reveals her pro tricks to using a paint rollerto paint a feature wall.

 TradieGal Tutorial: How to roll like a pro

The…

Seven new wallpaper designs that will get your clients talking

22 Feb 2022

While there are some clients that you might have a tougher time convincing that wallpaper would be a stellar addition to their project, there are plenty of others that come…

Going big – mural artist Faye Suzannah’s upsized projects

17 Feb 2022

The community is the canvas for artist Faye Suzannah who specialises in large-scale murals.

The Tauranga painter is a previous winner in the Keep New Zealand Beautiful and Resene Nature Murals…

Make a mailbox for Valentine’s Day

02 Feb 2022

Make a  mailbox for Valentine’s Day

A whimsical DIY mailbox that the kids will love – especially if there are some chocolates to be posted! Paint colours on the card: Resene…

Make a bright summer picnic basket with Resene testpots

26 Jan 2022

Make the most of the sunny weather with a bright and beautiful picnic painted in bright Resene colours. Decorate an old basket in a loved one’s favourite colours and surprise…

Pre-register now to take part in the Nohonga 2022 competition

25 Jan 2022

Brick Bay’s successful ‘Folly’ architectural competition has stimulated the imaginations of architecture students and graduates since 2015. But with the introduction of the inaugural Nohonga (seat) design challenge in 2020,…

Pattern power: New Zealand and Australia’s wallpaper renaissance

24 Jan 2022

 From large-scale floral patterns to mid-century geometric designs to family photos transformed into custom murals, wallpapers are on the up and up in interiors. New Zealanders and Australians are increasingly…

Beyond Very Peri: the other colours you will see more of in 2022

25 Jan 2022

When Pantone announced Very Peri as the colour to define 2022, we found the choice a bit surprising. The hue is also a tricky one to work with across many…

A prize worth winning – Heart Foundation Lottery House in Greytown up for grabs

19 Jan 2022

Greytown is a new location for a Heart Foundation Lottery House.  This newly built, fully-furnished, first-prize home is only a few minutes’ walk from Greytown’s historic Main Street and with…

Bay of Plenty dairy farmer and artist wraps it up

19 Jan 2022

Bay of Plenty dairy farmer Tania Akehurst splits her time between farm work and art – and the art is getting a slight edge. Tania has her own gallery on…

DIY butterfly wreath

12 Jan 2022

Use testpots in your favourite Resene paint colours to upcycle used foil coffee bags and create this quick and easy butterfly wreath. Watch the video to see how it’s done.

 

You…

Make your own Moroccan style painted pavers

23 Dec 2021

Rock the casbah in your outdoor area by hand-painting your own stencilled pavers. Try painting them in Resene FX Nightlight glow-in-the-dark paint to help light up your pathway at night.

 You…

Wonder walls - three ways with wallpaper for holiday homes and baches

21 Dec 2021

Wallpaper is a hot trend in 2022. But why reserve wallpaper for your home, there’s wide range of designs that can make a statement in baches and holiday homes –…

The hottest flooring trends for 2022

16 Dec 2021

Flooring with Godfrey Hirst

You’ll be floored by the latest carpet, timber laminate and vinyl sheet options from Godfrey Hirst.

Don’t ignore your floor. You might think of flooring as simply a…

An artist gives silver salvers a Resene makeover for a whole new generation

14 Dec 2021

 Artist Casey Trownson readily admits to an addiction to Resene testpots – and puts them to good use as she upcycles and repurposes throwaways from the past into modern treasures.…

Purple power: Pantone names the colour of the year for 2022

14 Dec 2021

In 2022 it's time for purple blue to reign supreme. Following a year uncertainty, the international colour institute, Pantone has chosen a colour that symbolises expansive possibilities as the colour…

Five must-have mauves for next-level sophistication

07 Dec 2021

Out of the way, flat grey – there’s a new darling neutral that’s come into vogue. Dubbed mushroom mauve, the hue has been surging in popularity within the fashion scene…

Make your own Christmas tree

02 Dec 2021

Transform your backyard or bach into a festive wonderland with a tree built from plywood. Use this tree as part of your decorations by stringing it with fairy lights or…

Make your own wonderful woven wallpaper headboard

11 Nov 2021

If you’re a wallpaper lover who just can’t decide on a single wallpaper, then this creative DIY is for you. This headboard will not only incorporate two of the Resene…

How to be a minimalist – and still keep things interesting with colour

27 Oct 2021

Less is certainly more when it comes to the minimalist trend, but not when it comes to colour. Gone are the days of minimalism being defined by a muted, monochrome…

Get into the Bird of the Year spirit with this crafty kiwi project

21 Oct 2021

Feathers will fly and beaks will no doubt be bent out of shape in Forest & Bird’s annual Bird of the Year competition. Voting is now open in the light-hearted…

Meet Miss Upcycle NZ and her masterful creations

14 Oct 2021

When Kate was eight years old, her parents sat her in front of her an old wooden dresser, gave her a pot of lilac paint and a paintbrush and told…

Upcycling project: Create a colourful geometric coffee table

14 Oct 2021

With the weather outside becoming more cheerful, why not brighten up your interiors as well? This geometric coffee table combines a charming collection of Resene colours with clever design to…

You won't believe the detail in Fleur Thorpe's colourful teeny house

13 Oct 2021

You could stare at Fleur Thorpe’s teeny house (order yours here) for hours. The intricacies of her work unveil themselves over time: tables made from cotton reels, cabinets fashioned from…

How to make these five classic colour combos feel cool and contemporary

11 Oct 2021

Despite their long-lasting appeal, working with classic colour combinations can still be tricky. On one hand, their timelessness makes them a smart choice for clients looking for longevity. But on…

Off the record: Add flair to your flooring with patterned vinyl

07 Oct 2021

Flooring ideas from Godfrey Hirst

Let’s be honest: vinyl flooring isn’t usually considered cool. But gone are the days of sticky 70s vinyl, peeling at the corners. Now, this versatile…

Off the record: Add flair to your flooring with patterned vinyl

14 Oct 2021

Flooring ideas from Godfrey Hirst

Let’s be honest: vinyl flooring isn’t usually considered cool. But gone are the days of sticky 70s vinyl, peeling at the corners. Now, this versatile…

DIY Lego drawers for budding brick masters

07 Oct 2021

Lego lovers rejoice! If you or your child are a fan of the ever-popular Lego Masters TV series, then these drawers are for you. Perfect for storing pesky stray bricks,…

Three hot wallpaper trends in the new Pip Studio 5 collection

07 Oct 2021

If you’re a floral fanatic, crazy about all things cottagecore, or just after some good old rustic vibes in your home, then the Resene Pip Studio 5 Wallpaper Collection is…

Interior designer Annick Larkin transforms a cardboard box into a Japandi Chic teeny house

29 Sep 2021

There were squeals of excitement when interior designer Annick Larkin and her daughters first saw their teeny house.

“There was a blank canvas for me, a lovely little miniature size house…

Take a tour of interior designer Vanessa Nouwens' tonal teeny house

29 Sep 2021

Interior designer Vanessa Nouwens is known as the queen of tone-on-tone interior style. So it’s not surprising she put her colour skills to good use creating a cohesive teeny house (order…

Interior Designer Kate Alexander creates her colourful miniature dreamhouse

29 Sep 2021

Kate Alexander of Places and Graces used her teeny house as an opportunity to play out her interior design fantasies. This included creating colourful furniture pieces from international designers, such…

Take a closer look at Megan Harrison Turner's dress up/dress down teeny house

29 Sep 2021

 Stylist and interior designer, Megan Harrison-Turner thought outside the box when creating her cardboard teeny house. The Auckland-based creative was inspired by the idea of playing with dolls when she…

These two DIYs will have your kids buzzing

23 Sep 2021

Celebrate Bee Aware Month with these two creative DIY ideas sure to transform your home into a hive of activity. Bee Aware Month is a time when we are encouraged…

Entries have now closed for the habitat by Resene Teeny House competition

21 Apr 2022

Entries have now closed for the habitat by Resene Teeny House competition

 The judges are now reviewing all the winners, we will announce the winners later in May.

Stay tuned on the…

Put the flags out: Make your own colourful wallpaper bunting

16 Sep 2021

With the weather warming up, why not celebrate spring with a garden picnic? Make a statement with this bright string of bunting made from bold and brilliant samples from the…

Our top striped wallpaper picks to line up for your next project

13 Sep 2021

Wallpaper in and of itself has been surging in popularity but there are also certain types of designs that are more prominent than others. While we’re still seeing plenty of…

12 paint and decorating trends to design with now

13 Sep 2021

The ripple effect created by recent challenges has been hugely disruptive for decorating and design trends, given the massive interruption to global supply chains and the cancellation of significant fashion…

Brick Bay Folly finalists explore emotional responses to colour, sustainability

13 Sep 2021

The latest group of Brick Bay Folly finalists have been announced, and the design and colour use of the five shortlisted concepts do not disappoint.

Each year, emerging architects and architectural…

Reach out to those in need for R U OK? Day

09 Sep 2021

“Good thanks”, is often the answer we give when someone asks us “how are you?” RU OK Day is an initiative which tries to encourage real conversation around the topic…

A box of birds: Make your own colourful decorative indoor birdhouses

09 Sep 2021

Let your wallpaper take flight and decorate your nest with this cute DIY wallpapered birdhouse décor. Using a range of wallpapers from the Resene Wallpaper Collection, you can create a…

A new home to wine and dine your friends in: Check out this fabulous Marlborough home from the Heart Foundation Lottery

02 Sep 2021

When Liz Halpin, Lottery Operations Manager at the Heart Foundation, considers suitable locations to build Heart Foundation Lottery Homes, Blenheim stacks up as a very desirable location.

Blenheim is a beautiful…

Keep yourself busy with these DIY décor ideas for any room

30 Aug 2021

Spend an afternoon crafting and spruce up your home with these fabulous DIY ideas. DIY isn’t just limited to the shed or the kid’s craft table anymore; it’s become a…

6 DIY paint projects for your garden

30 Aug 2021

Start germinating ideas for spring and have fun in the garden with these DIY paint projects. As the days get warmer and our gardens slowly come to life with vibrant…

Boredom busting ideas using leftover paint - for adults and kids

19 Aug 2021

Boredom busting ideas using leftover paint - for adults and kids

When you’re stuck at home with no place to go – sometimes you need a few distraction tactics. Get your…

Home is where the heart is: Take a look inside this flawless Heart Foundation Lottery home

11 Aug 2021

The opportunity to create an elegant home in the beautiful Bay of Plenty beach town of Papamoa, with its white sand and rolling surf, is one that many of us…

Wallpaper personality quiz: Find out your interior style and what it means for your home

11 Aug 2021

The Resene Wallpaper Collection has a wallpaper for any personality. We’ve created the ultimate wallpaper quiz to match your personality to an interior style and range of wallpapers. For more…

Tune into this free webinar for full coverage on all things wallpaper

06 Aug 2021

On Friday 27 August 2021 from 1-2pm (NZ Time), Neil Macdonald (General Manager) and Terry Isaako (Marketing and Design Manager) from Aspiring Walls will join Resene for an informative and…

Making an impression: A guide to Resene Construction Systems’ plaster cladding and interior finishing

29 Jul 2021

Add sophistication and style to your home without compromising on durability with Resene Construction Systems.

Built to last

Over the years, the technology of external façades and cladding systems has changed. These…

This DIY concrete bench seat is chock-a-block with colour

29 Jul 2021

Block in some time for creativity this weekend and create a colourful concrete bench. Brick by brick, this bench comes to life and subtle use of Resene paint in the…

This Reader Roundup has everything including the colourful kitchen sink

22 Jul 2021

Across the country, our readers are getting creative with colour. This collection of artists, DIYers and serial renovators prove that the sky’s the limit when it comes to working with…

Outfit office in Brisbane’s historic Barracks building gets a thoughtful fitout with Resene Nocturnal and Resene Crowshead

19 Jul 2021

The Barracks site at 61 Petrie Terrace in Brisbane has had a colourful history. First used in 1860 as a jail that housed 96 prisoners, the building has held many…

Five wallpaper murals that bring some serious ‘wow’ factor

16 Jul 2021

Looking to make a lasting impact through a single wall? Try one of these five show stealing mural designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection, which are guaranteed to make an…

You’ll be right as rain with these 3 wet weather family DIY projects

14 Jul 2021

Don’t let winter rain on your parade, bring the fun inside instead. Spend some quality time with the kids these school holidays and help them create a terrific toy box…

3 tips for creating the perfect powder room PLUS a powder room competition

24 Jun 2021

The humble powder room was once a place for eighteenth century ladies to preen, primp and powder their wigs before a ball. Powder rooms were as elaborately decorated as the…

Three’s The Block NZ is back and is bigger and better than ever

01 Jul 2021

Three’s The Block NZ returns to NZ screens this week – and this season promises to be bigger and better than ever. Set in Auckland’s aspirational inner-west suburb of Point…

Amber Hamilton gives new meaning to fashion first

15 Jun 2021

Designer Amber Hamilton began her career back in the late 80s as a professional artist and graphic designer working in the news media. She had a particular interest in fashion…

Poppin’ painting playlists: The best songs for painting and renovating

10 Jun 2021

Renovating your home can be a blast, but when the painting gets tough it’s always good to have a solid selection of motivating music to fall back on. Music is…

Pay less when you become a Resene DIY Cardholder

09 Jun 2021

Did you know if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you are entitled to a range of discounts? Resene DIY Cardholders are entitled to discounts at your local Resene ColorShop…

Refreshing renovations and radiant recycling: our readers get creative in this reader round up

03 Jun 2021

Creativity is at the fore in this vibrant reader round up. As the weather gets colder, our readers are warming things up outside with spruced up fences and colourful chairs.…

Get creative with Resene’s Wallpaper Competition

27 May 2021

Be in to win a share of over $10,000 in prizes with the Resene Wallpaper Competition. Whether you’re a lover of wallpaper, a designer or a student, now is the…

Make your own arrow art

13 May 2021

You’re sure to hit the mark with this crafty arrow wall décor. DIY has never been easier; all you need is some popsicle sticks and Resene testpots to smarten up…

Contemporary mural adds a pop to Paddington Public School’s playground

10 May 2021

Artist Lymesmith has completed a 125m2 mural for the heritage listed Paddington Public School playground with paint from Resene.

Lymesmith is a unique art and architectural practice that specialises in working…

Five soothing colour palettes for chill-worthy spaces

05 May 2021

Stress has a way of sneaking up on you. It often doesn’t take much, and it may be as simple as feeling flat out at work or like you don’t…

Dream up your own design with the Resene Wallpaper Design Competition

14 Jun 2021

Have you always wanted to design your own wallpaper or wall mural? Whether you’re a specifier, interior designer, graphic designer, design student, wallpaper hanger, wallpaper lover or anyone who has…

Calling all architecture students: submit your design now for the 2021 Brick Bay Folly Project

05 May 2021

The Brick Bay Sculpture Trust invites emerging architects to submit concepts for the annual Brick Bay Folly Project – a design-build competition that investigates the intersection between sculpture and architecture…

Resene named one of New Zealand's Most Trusted Brands

29 Apr 2021

Resene has been named one of New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brands for the 10th year in a row.  In the survey run by Reader’s Digest magazine, Resene was awarded the…

5 wallpaper ideas that will inspire you to be brave with patterns — PLUS a wallpaper info evening in Timaru and Dunedin

14 Apr 2021

Residents of Timaru and Dunedin will be treated to an evening that will showcase upcoming wallpaper trends as well as a hands-on DIY option to learn how to hang wallpaper…

DIY Easter bunny favours

24 Mar 2021

While the kids may be sorted with Easter egg hunts, don’t forget the adults - keep them sweet with these Easter bunny favours, filled with some of their favourite holiday…

DIY Easter egg wreath

24 Mar 2021

In the spirit of Easter, we created this colourful egg-floral wreath that’s sure to be adored on your door.

We show you how.

You will need:

Wire wreath frame (you can purchase at…

Brick Bay Folly winners stand out with spectacular structure

24 Mar 2021

Every year, the Brick Bay Sculpture Trust runs the Brick Bay Folly: a design-build competition that invites emerging architects to submit their creative concepts. These projects allow young creatives to…

Colour your walls with inspiration with a Resene wallpaper evening in Invercargill and Queenstown

18 Mar 2021

Ever had a wallpaper disaster? Just can’t get those pesky wrinkles out to achieve a smooth finish? Luckily for you, the experts are here to save the day. The Resene…

ArchitectureNow’s On the Rise with Resene Series: Renée Williamson

15 Mar 2021

ArchitectureNow’s On the Rise series with Resene puts young designers around the country in the spotlight. 

They recently interviewed Renée Williamson, a graduate at Arthouse Architects in Nelson. Renée also works…

Five winning wallpapers for clients who want the royal treatment

15 Mar 2021

While it’s a hue best known for its monarchical associations, the colour purple is also a meaningful symbol for an important cause. 26 March 2021 is Purple Day for Epilepsy…

Six warming palettes that are perfect for the shift in season

15 Mar 2021

It’s tough to admit, but the tell-tale chill that signals the start of autumn is already in the air. As the weather continues to cools off, it can be a…

Two soothing bedroom ideas

Bedrooms are one of the simplest rooms to redecorate and the possibilities are endless. Resene Soothe is a soft pink neutral that makes a sumptuous base for several bedroom looks…

Two soothing bedroom ideas

Bedrooms are one of the simplest rooms to redecorate and the possibilities are endless. Resene Soothe is a soft pink neutral that makes a sumptuous base for several bedroom looks…

A restrained palette puts Trust Waikato’s dynamic architecture in the spotlight

16 Feb 2021

Thanks to the talented team at Chow:Hill Architects, Trust Waikato’s Hamilton location is far from your average community hub. Their new two-storey building hosts the organisation’s main offices on the…

Around the world in eight elegant wallpapers

16 Feb 2021

Travel bug biting and nowhere to go? Bring some foreign – or not so foreign – flair home to an interior near you with these designs from the Resene Wallpaper…

Create a colourful outdoor stool from a wooden post

11 Feb 2021

Create a colourful outdoor stool from a wooden post

Transform an old log or an offcut from a wooden post into a colourful seat, perfect for perching on beside the garden…

Move over, Art Deco – Art Nouveau is back

26 Jan 2021

If you’ve read a design magazine or set foot inside a furniture shop sometime within the past two years, you’ve undoubtably witnessed overwhelming evidence of the resurgence of Art Deco-inspired…

Embrace colour and patterns says Bolt of Cloth owner Suzannah Tonascia

17 Dec 2020

When it comes to colour, Suzannah Tonascia says trust your instincts. The owner of Bolt of Cloth homeware and textile store in Christchurch often meets customers who wish to select curtains…

14+ easy-to-make homemade gift ideas

09 Dec 2020

A homemade gift is a great way to show friends and family you love them. By going to the trouble of making a present from scratch, you can personalise the…

Let your imagination run wild with these cute and quirky wallpapers for kids

03 Dec 2020

If there's one room in the house where imagination rules, it's in a child's bedroom. Leave rules and restraint at the door - Resene has a wide range of fun…

These lush purple wallpaper designs will convince you to update your walls

18 Nov 2020

Purple has that special ability to veer from bright and berry-like to moody and sophisticated in chameleon-like ease. It’s part of its charm, and what makes this shade a fabulous…

Go with the flow with this easy paint pour coffee table

18 Nov 2020

Create a rainbow marble effect by pouring layers of Resene paint onto the surface of a coffee table. It’s hard to predict the colourful end result of this freestyle project,…

Designworks’ hotel lobby redesign welcomes visitors to a home away from home

10 Nov 2020

Travelling, even within our own borders, feels like a huge luxury at the moment; and given that many hotels are currently serving a different purpose than they ever have before,…

Brick Bay Nohonga opens in Britomart

05 Nov 2020

Three of the four finalists for the Brick Bay Nohonga (seat) design challenge have been laboriously constructed and are now on full display in Britomart’s Takutai Square. See Bela Grimsdale,…

5 larger-than-life wallpaper designs that will fill your home with personality

04 Nov 2020

Bold wallpaper designs are often the life of a room. They draw your eye in, hold your attention and leave you entranced with their fearless palettes. We’ve put together five…

Reader’s Round Up: October 2020 Edition

28 Oct 2020

This month we saw an abundance of creativity from our readers. From a pink door to an adorable cubby house, here are a few of our favourite recent projects.

Sumner’s refreshed…

PRau Studio 2.0 elevates a 1970s concrete block commercial space to new heights

20 Oct 2020

When we’re all so busy – and when we’re forced to spend a significant portion of the year avoiding one another – we don’t always get the opportunity to sneak…

5 blue based colour palettes to suggest to clients that are colour curious

20 Oct 2020

Getting clients to commit to braver (and sometimes seemingly not so brave) colour choices can be challenging. While building trust can certainly play a role in convincing them to cross…

Hero blue with these dreamy wallpaper designs

21 Oct 2020

While blue is a colour served cold, thanks to its cool tones and fresh spirit, it is also incredibly dynamic. Inside, it can become warm and inviting, calming and peaceful,…

These new duvet sets are perfect for your kids’ room redo

14 Oct 2020

There’s no limit to pattern play in your little one’s room. For bedding, celebrate your kids’ whimsy with the new Resene Kidz bedlinen range. There’s duvet sets in a range…

Transport yourself to the tropics with these lush wallpaper designs

07 Oct 2020

Fronds, flowers and a soothing air – the pillars of a tropical print are all you need to bring your holiday home. And just as one’s holiday dreams are about…

habitat by Resene magazine issue 33 is on its way

07 Oct 2020

habitat by Resene magazine issue 33 is on its way

The spring/summer issue 2020/2021 of habitat by Resene is out now – and it might just be our favourite to date!…

Get inspiration for your home with two home shows on this weekend – Southland and Wellington!

30 Sep 2020

Whether you’re looking to totally transform your home or fine tune the finishing touches, this weekend’s home and garden shows have everything you need to make the most of your…

These gold wallpaper designs will bathe your house in shimmer and shine

23 Sep 2020

Sister to the happy colour yellow, gold is a colour synonymous with the finer things in life. It symbolises success, magic, glitz and glamour. In your home gold can be…

Recapture your joyful side with these playful wallpaper designs

09 Sep 2020

At its very essence, your home should be your happy place. The space where your personality is on display in all its glory. With joyful patterns, cheery colours and unexpected…

Digital Artist Samantha Jones brings her work to life in a cheery wildflower mural

09 Sep 2020

The wildflower mural on Samantha’s wall is reminder that good things take time. “It was inspired by a digital drawing I completed in 2018,” she explains. “It was a doodle of…

Could you be the inaugural Resene King or Queen of DIY?

02 Sep 2020

If you know how to perfectly paint a wall and swing a hammer on the nail, the crown and glory could be yours! This year Waikato Home & Garden Show…

These 6 charming wallpapers are the finishing touch for an elegant country-chic home

26 Aug 2020

Sitting somewhere between English charm and Parisian elegance is the comforting, but sophisticated, world of country-chic style. With panelled walls, rustic timber, modern light fittings and charming patterns, it’s a…

3 trending colour palettes to try on your next design project

18 Aug 2020

If you’re feeling challenged for finding fresh inspiration at this time of the year – or just this year, in general – you’re not alone. Many of us look to…

Kitchen designer Kristen Reid shares what made her fall back in love with the building industry

18 Aug 2020

For Rangiora-based designer Kristen Reid, her passion for kitchens and joinery design is far more than a job – it’s her life.

Through both her own company, Kristen Reid Design, and…

DIY colourful circle mobile

19 Aug 2020

Bring some brilliant colour to your nursery with this eye-catching mobile painted in fabulous saturated Resene hues.

You will need:

117 wooden rounds, 40mm in diameter
Flat artist’s paint brush
White cotton or…

These six sea green wallpaper designs will wash your home in tranquillity

12 Aug 2020

Inspired by the ever-changing colours of the sea, these green and blue wallpaper designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection will bring the ocean into your home, no matter your style.…

DIY graphic wall hanging

05 Aug 2020

Create your own colourful wall hanging with wooden dowels, some colourful wool and a Resene testpot in one or more sophisticated shades.

You will need:

Dowel cut to equal lengths – Fleur…

Registered Master Builders House of the Year turns 30

29 Jul 2020

The Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition celebrates building excellence in New Zealand. The awards turn 30 this year, with hundreds of beautiful Kiwi homes having been part…

How Elissa created a show-stopping splashback

29 Jul 2020

Elissa Eastwood is a certified Resene Eco.Decorator focused on minimising waste from painting. From set up to clean-up, she aims to think smarter about her methods. Rather than going for…

6 floral wallpaper designs that will almost convince you it’s spring

29 Jul 2020

Flowers and floral patterns are inextricably linked with springtime and warmer weather – so why not have them in your home all-year round? A beautiful floral wallpaper design has the…

An expert colour consultant shares her top tips for choosing hues

22 Jul 2020

Debbie Abercrombie, one of New Zealand’s foremost colour expert educators and interior designers, shares her advice for readers facing a colour conundrum.

 In 2019 you received the Resene Total Colour Lifetime…

6 eye-catching accent colours to incorporate in your next project

21 Jul 2020

Even if you’re going for a mostly neutral colour palette, having one statement colour to define the design of your project is an effective tool in not only setting your…

Illustrator Malcolm White renders a unique career path

21 Jul 2020

Those who work in the architecture, interior and landscape design industries can appreciate that while having a great concept is one thing, it’s an entirely different thing to communicate that…

6 white wallpaper designs that make a stylish statement

15 Jul 2020

Whether you have a dark or small space that you wish felt light and airy, or if you’re simply looking to build a neutral look that’s anything but boring, a…

Meet the five Brick Bay Nohonga 2020 design challenge finalists

15 Jul 2020

Over the last five years, Brick Bay’s successful ‘Folly’ competition has invited architects to produce inspiring and creative designs. This year marks their inaugural Nohonga (seat) design competition in a…

Three designers completely transform an open-plan kitchen and living space, three different ways

08 Jul 2020

Previously, interior designer Kelly Gammie’s home was dark and moody. Her open plan kitchen heroed cabinetry painted in Resene Milk White, Resene Eighth Friar Grey and Resene Double Cod Grey.…

Opulence is the name of the game when it comes to these rich-looking wallpaper designs

24 Jun 2020

While some feel like look of pared down minimalism is the epitome of luxury, unless it has been executed perfectly, it can run the risk of being something much worse:…

Family set the footing, but Anna Major found her own path forward

16 Jun 2020

Some of us choose a career in design. For others, it’s almost as if the career has chosen us. As the daughter of owners of a longstanding décor business, that…

Three completely different ways to decorate a spare room

08 Jun 2020

When it comes to bedrooms, relaxing, restful blues are an infallible and captivating choice. Jane and Pim discovered the wonders of this tranquil hue in the guest bedroom of their…

Submit your concept for the 2020 Brick Bay Folly design-build competition

11 May 2020

The Brick Bay Sculpture Trust invites emerging architects to submit concepts for the 2020 Brick Bay Folly – a design-build competition that investigates the intersection between sculpture and architecture with…

Editor’s Picks: A nook for enjoying your favourite books

06 May 2020

With much of the world stuck at home, there has never been a better time to catch up on some of the books we’ve been meaning to get around to.…

Form and function meet at the fireplace, if you design it right

04 May 2020

As the weather outside turns colder, your mind may also be turning to the different design options available for keeping your clients’ homes comfortable. For as long as homes have…

Landscape architect Dean Philip Saunders creates outdoor spaces that truly stand apart

04 May 2020

Over the past 25 years, Dean Philip Saunders has built an impressive body of landscape design work ranging from private estates to residential and commercial properties to schools and body…

Bring home oceans of style with these water-themed wallpaper designs

29 Apr 2020

Even if you don’t live near the ocean, the lure of the beach is undeniable. It's casual, carefree and a majestically impressive display of nature all at the same time.…

Resene Palazzo towels are back in store

23 Apr 2020

Has your frequent hand washing alerted you to the fact that you’re low on towels? Resene Palazzo towels are now back in stock at Briscoes.

Resene Palazzo towels are part of…

The 5 things that matter most when you pick a sofa, according to Designworx

23 Apr 2020

Buying a new sofa is a big and costly decision. Sofas are one of the largest pieces of furniture you will buy for your home, and one of the best…

Plumbing World spills on the latest bathroom trends

23 Apr 2020

If you - like us - can’t imagine tackling a full renovation all in one go, a perfect place to start is in your bathroom. Whether you’ve finally had it with…

6 geometric wallpapers that will make your space sing

15 Apr 2020

Despite the often orderly appearance of geometric patterns, they can be just as useful in adding to the casual appeal of a space as they can be to building structure…

Need DIY advice?

07 Apr 2020

Doing DIY while you're staying at home?  

Resene has a free Ask a Technical Expert service available so you can ask all your paint, stain, prep and wallpaper questions.  Simply visit  www.resene.co.nz/techexpert. 

And…

Charlotte Coote’s work is the epitome of classic contemporary cool

03 Apr 2020

With over 17 years in the field and a portfolio that stretches across Australia, Europe and America, Charlotte Coote has become quite the coveted designer.

Her design studio in Melbourne’s trendy…

Get a rustic weathered look in a fraction of the time

01 Apr 2020

As the Resene FX special effects range continues to grow, so are more and more exciting ways to enhance your home. One brand new product that’s caught our eye is…

Where have all flowers gone?

17 Apr 2013

Artist Nicola Wright, who uses Resene paint
on her works, has had a piece selected for the current The Estuary Artworks
exhibition at the Uxbridge Arts Centre. Entitled Salt Meadows and using…

Memory making

15 May 2013

For many Christchurch residents, repairing
their much-loved homes just isn’t possible. But thanks to Canterbury model
maker Richard Gardiner, they can have a physical reminder of their homes. Since
the earthquakes, he has…

Wine, whiskey… and green building

23 May 2013

What better way to spend a Thursday evening
that finding out more about the residential green building sector, listening to
jazz and drinking wine or whiskey? The EnviroSpec Seminar Series is for
homeowners,…

One for the kids

31 Jul 2013

In this week’s episode of Mitre 10 Dream Home both teams created
bedrooms any child would be thrilled to spend time in. All of the rooms were
themed and included whimsical and…

Sharp and sexy, they said

25 Jul 2013

On
this week’s Mitre 10 Dream Home, the
Orange team (aka the Giles family) won with a comfortable margin after the
bathroom project. Their scheme of black and white tiles and textured wallpaper
painted…

A welcome entry – and win

08 Aug 2013

It
was a key week for the Black team on TV2’s Mitre
10 Dream Home. They needed a win – and they got it, with solutions for
their hallways and rumpus room. The…

Virtual floors

11 Sep 2013

Cavalier Bremworth has introduced a new 3D Floor Designer tool,
making it easy to see how your carpet choice can look on a floor. Called The Studio Floor, the design tool provides…

The 6-step colour scheme

26 Jun 2014

If you’re about to create a colour scheme and don’t know where to start, here’s a six-step process to help.

1. You need to love it

There’s no point painting your interiors…

Answering the trend

14 May 2014

With feature
walls and feature wallpapers being increasingly used in our homes, Resene is
answering the trend with a new collection of striking wallpapers, the Walltrends
III range. Feature walls bring elements of…

Schemes that work

31 Jul 2014

Why reinvent the wheel when there are various types of colour schemes that work well?

Complementary schemes

This is a more dramatic style of scheme, using colours that are opposite one another on the colour wheel.…

Design your own wallpaper

10 Sep 2014

It can be tricky finding the right mural or wallpaper to suit your decorating plans. Rather than just settle for something, you can now create your own wallpaper using Resene…

On the outside – your questions

18 Sep 2014

It’s coming up for exterior house painting season, or more commonly known as summer.

The long, dry, warm days ahead are perfect for updating the outside of your house. Here are…

Watch our new habitat TV

19 Nov 2014

Habitat tv has now been launched. As part of the www.habitatbyresene.co.nz website and as a dedicated YouTube channel, habitat tv lets you see behind the scenes of our colourful photo…

Spot that building

12 Nov 2014

If you’re good at recognising well-known buildings from around the country, you could be in to win $1000 of Resene vouchers in the Resene Name This Building competition.

Each day, Resene…

Colour tips from an expert

19 Nov 2014

Resene Christchurch colour consultant Becca Long talks colour schemes:

The four fundamental considerations when picking a colour scheme are: the age of your home; natural light; limitations (eg existing fixtures); and your…

Stripping old wallpaper

08 Jan 2015

It’s a new year – time to rid your walls of that hideously outdated wallpaper? The task is not as daunting as you might think. Follow Resene’s expert step-by-step guide.

 

You’ll…

The colour of 2015

14 Jan 2015

This year’s Pantone Colour of the Year has been announced and it’s all grown up – a sophisticated shade picked straight from the rich, red-brown tones of fortified wine.

Pantone Marsala is…

What's your style?

22 Jan 2015

Australian interior designer Trish Khoury urges us to define our style.

Do you have an old Singer sewing machine or other piece from your grandparents? What kind of art do you have…

Kids' hideout with Resene colour

21 Jan 2015

For those times when you and the kids need an escape from the ordinary (and those last few weeks of school holidays), here’s a bit of fun inspiration

Suzanne and her…

Paint on wallpaper

25 Feb 2015

Wanting to improve any walls that are looking less than perfect, and pretty them up at the same time? Here’s a hint: check out the Painton wallpaper at Resene, a…

Are you a matchy matchy?

19 Feb 2015

Central Otago interior designer Melinda Tweedie of Little Bird asks if you’re a matchy matchy type of person.

There is something that I find so many people do (my mother included!)…

Geometry lesson

26 Feb 2015

We love seeing the clever and colourful ways our readers use Resene testpots.

Here, Carolyn took a favourite geometrical pattern of hers and set to work on this kid’s wagon. The…

Retro refit

05 Mar 2015

The trend for retro furniture is here to stay, and Sara Smith has put her hat in the ring restoring old furniture and selling it through her Facebook page Restore Me…

Colouring your interiors

12 Mar 2015

The Room by Room.co ladies, Lizzi Hines and Jess White, share their advice on choosing colour for the inside of your home.

There is an emerging new trend on the perception…

Folly in the bay

26 Mar 2015

There’s a beast that lives on the slopes of Brick Bay vineyard, and you are all invited to meet it.

Belly of the Beast is the Brick Bay Folly Architectural Award winner; an impressive…

Wall unit restoration

24 Mar 2015

Spotted on Instagram, reader Katrina turned a rundown wall unit into a stylish piece of furniture.

Get the look by using a white paint such as Resene Black White for the…

Painting with a roller

07 Apr 2015

Rollers do one thing really well – they cover a large area with paint in a short time and give a lovely smooth finish. That’s why Resene recommends that you…

The gentleman’s wallpaper

16 Apr 2015

New to Resene’s wallpaper range comes the very sophisticated Oxford collection, themed around the classic man and his favoured “pursuits”.

From sail boats to leather bound books, paisley to stripes, the…

Full Frontage recap: A 1950s beauty gets a facelift

14 May 2015

Lorraine Vawdry’s Blockhouse Bay home is one of those rare gems, an architectural statement of the 1950s era with stunning brick work and a single pitch roof.

The Aucklander had tried…

Diary of a renovation: in the beginning

11 Jun 2015

When our friends (and now neighbours) saw that the broken-down house across the street was for sale, they instantly thought of us. Ian and I are serial renovators. During the previous…

French bleu: Brianna's dream bedroom

17 Jun 2015

In this week's Resene My Dream Room: Kids Edition, 11-year-old Brianna was left beaming with her French style bedroom.

Feeling a bit too grown up for Winnie-the-Pooh and ballerina toys, Brianna called on…

Phoenix gets his man cave

22 Jul 2015

All his life, young Phoenix has had to share a room with his sister and "all her pink stuff." It was time to move into his own bedroom, and this adventure-loving kid had big…

Go black and light

13 Aug 2015

If your walls are crying out for some attention, make sure you check out the beautiful new Black & Light wallpaper collection, available at selected Resene ColorShops.

The designs take on…

Greer Clayton’s paint effect wizardry

19 Aug 2015

Give Greer Clayton a plain surface, and she’ll turn it into an intricately stencilled work of art using Resene paint. It might be a wall, a piece of furniture, a…

Gorgi and Resene get decorating

03 Sep 2015

Beautiful bedroom settings and sumptious colour come to life in this new range of online decorator's notebooks, a collaboration between Resene and bed linen brand Gorgi.

The notebooks are a moodboard of the…

Dave Abbott on creating inspiring walls

23 Sep 2015

I guess I’m one of the lucky ones, doing a job I love as design manager for Aspiring Walls. The process of wallpaper design and production can be very rewarding and…

Diary of a renovation: should we stay or should we go?

09 Sep 2015

We had hoped to continue living in our house for most of the renovation project, camping out in the front half then switching over to the newly built addition at…

A sizzling summer with habitat!

01 Oct 2015

Our latest issue is hitting mailboxes this week and it’s a stunner – look out for the sizzling blues and yellows on the cover showing off a gorgeous urban courtyard.…

Retro vibe

08 Oct 2015

Artist Andy McCready works in a pop surrealist style creating portraits with a retro vibe, often onto vintage wallpaper, and always using Resene paints. A noted painter and illustrator, Andy's…

Diary of a renovation: the way we shop

12 Nov 2015

There are 101 decisions. No, scrap that. There are thousands and thousands of decisions to be made when you’re building a new home or doing a renovation of the size…

LeeAnn Yare: stylist, author, store owner

06 Apr 2016

LeeAnn Yare is a powerhouse. Not only is she an interior designer, international pilot and author but also a store-owner and mother.

What do you love most about your multi-faceted life?

The…

Susan turns heads with her tables

13 Jan 2016

Susan Robinson turned the tables on her love of interiors, creating a range of simple and stylish furniture coloured with Resene paint. Now, it seems we can’t get enough of…

Unmasking tape types

27 Jan 2016

Snappy geometrics, cool herringbone patterns, slick stripes... these design techniques are proving very popular in home styling right now.

If you're looking to try it yourself, all you need is a…

Andy and the 'lowbrow' girls

02 Nov 2015

There's nothing one dimensional about Andy McCready's portraits, paintings of dreamy, wistful women with perfectly coiffed hair and makeup, cheeky smiles akin to Mona Lisa, and tattoos.

The Dunedin artist creates these alluring characters…

Sylvia’s fail-safe decorating tips

04 May 2016

The recipient of the Resene Total Colour Lifetime Achievement award Sylvia Sandford shares her rules for interiors.

It has become so much easier to understand colour as our everyday lives are…

Win a Resene colour kit worth $2300

16 Mar 2016

To celebrate Resene’s 70th birthday, we’re giving away a kit of latest colour fandecks, testpots, colour advice, equipment and $2000 worth of paint.

Worth $2300, the prize includes:

· A set of the…

Resene from the beginning

16 Mar 2016

One of the country’s largest family-owned companies, Resene turns 70 this year. Resene is a pioneering company and an innovator, producing eco-friendly paints and fashion colours way ahead of its…

Sculpture at play

30 Mar 2016

The Brick Bay Folly is a competition that asks young emerging architects to enter a design that pushes the boundary between sculpture and architecture. Entrants are also asked to stick…

Our First Home: winning indoor-outdoor flow

31 Mar 2016

This week on Our First Home, the teams were not short of challenges, including a photography competition and constructing furniture from a limited set of materials. That, and the main task…

Diary of a renovation: rescued by design help

06 Apr 2016

Editor Sharon Newey continues her own renovation:

Ian and I have been around. We’ve done some big renovations and have made many design decisions with ease and confidence. This project was…

Colour trends from Milan Design Week

26 May 2016

Each year, the global interiors phenomenon of Milan Design Week is a mecca for creatives from around the world. Local interior designer Nicola Manning reveals the colour trends she spotted…

The Block NZ – Who won the first reveal?

09 Jun 2016

Week one of TV3's The Block NZ: Girls Vs Boys is over, and there’s been no mucking about.

Paintbrushes and power tools were flying as the teams worked to complete their first…

Make a bokashi compost

09 Jun 2016

If you don’t have room for a full-on compost bin or a worm farm, grab a couple of used 10-litre Resene paint buckets and make a bokashi compost.

A bokashi (Japanese…

The Block NZ – Mastering the master bedroom

14 Jul 2016

Perhaps one of the most important rooms of the house for homeowners, a sanctuary of sorts, the master bedroom was the latest room reveal for the teams on TV3's The Block…

The Block NZ – Outdoors week is the last reveal

11 Aug 2016

Last week, the teams of TV3's The Block NZ: Girls Vs Boys headed outdoors for the last challenge of the season.

The judges wanted lush spaces that made good use of native…

Geometric shimmer

17 Aug 2016

In her latest wallpaper offering, celebrated designer Candice Olson has created designs with a sophisticated palette accented with her signature patina of metallic shimmer.

This Roxy design is part of the…

The Block NZ: The Winners and House 5

18 Aug 2016

After 11 grueling weeks of renovation, Sam and Emmett emerged as the winners of this season’s The Block NZ: Girls vs Boys on TV3, selling their house for $1,610,000 at auction…

Heritage Rescue: a pop-up museum for Christchurch

09 Sep 2016

Five years after the devastating Christchurch earthquakes, the Heritage Rescue team created a pop-up museum showcasing amazing archaeological finds from the devastation.

Since the quakes more than 1200 buildings have been…

Build it right

15 Sep 2016

Housing construction is booming in many parts of the country. So much so that it can be tricky finding available tradespeople to do the work.

It’s a good time to remind…

Get the handcrafted look

15 Sep 2016

This delightfully pretty wallpaper, now available at Resene ColorShops, answers the current desire for interior elements that look handcrafted. From the Modern Artisan collection by Candice Olson, the background has…

Heritage Rescue: a sea-inspired scheme for Kawhia

22 Sep 2016

Kawhia settlement began with the arrival Tanui Waka, one of seven seafaring canoes that brought the first Maori to New Zealand from Polynesia. The captain of the Tainui chose the…

Heritage Rescue: the revisit

29 Sep 2016

Seven museums, seven successful rescues – the team at Heritage Rescue revisit to see what impact the changes have made.

At the Mokau Museum, the exterior was freshened up with a…

An Eastern romance

05 Oct 2016

A new wallpaper collection from Resene ColorShops offers a fresh modern-day Oriental perspective, with timeless chinoiserie depictions, water flora, cranes, flying fish and where Asian latticework is paired with metallics…

It’s black, it’s white

13 Oct 2016

Monochromatic schemes are a recurring theme with interiors. As fashion colours come and go, black and white stay strong.

Which is why a new collection of wallpapers at Resene brings together…

Find a Resene colour online

27 Oct 2016

While there’s no replacement for the real thing or a well-designed paint colour chart, did you know that Resene has a massive and easy-to-use colour library online?

You can look up…

Try delicate blooms for spring

27 Oct 2016

Delicate painterly flowers bloom across the wall in this new wallpaper design available from Resene ColorShops. Hanae in Grey Lime (98660) is part of the recently launched Kyoto collection, offering a…

Don’t need a whole roll of wallpaper?

31 Oct 2016

Wallpaper isn’t just for walls. Many creative people use it for all sorts of craft and decorative ideas – covering books, recovering lampshades, on drawer fronts, as framed artworks… or…

Mini makeover: Frou-frou your fruit bowl

08 Nov 2016

Is your fruit bowl looking a bit drab? Do you love that timber look but feel it needs something else?

Nikki Astwood of Revised Edition used twists of vibrant colour to snake up…

Leave it be

14 Nov 2016

Botanic motifs may be flourishing in our homes, but they don't have to be decked out in green.

This new wallpaper design from the Black & White 4 collection (30279-3) from…

Tile the wall with paper

28 Nov 2016

We're more used to seeing highly patterned tiles underfoot than on the walls of a living room. Be inspired by the patterns and colours of old Morocco for this divine…

Take to the tropics

05 Dec 2016

Fanning leaves, fine tendrils, and flamboyant flowers are delicately caught in an enchanting watercolour technique in this new wallpaper design (367000) from Resene ColorShops. Part of the new Grenada wallpaper collection, this particular design…

Flowers anyone?

18 Jan 2017

Who needs cut flowers on the table when you can have this arrangement on your walls? Known for its hyper-real wallpaper murals, the Komar Into Illusions collection (design 8-736) available at Resene…

Mini makeover: perked up planters

18 Jan 2017

So you've got green fingers but are lacking anything pretty to place your plants and herbs in? Well we've got you covered. Even if you're not a DIY connoisseur, these planter…

Mini makeover: Let's get geometric

12 Jan 2017

Geometric colour blocking is a favourite technique in the DIY craft community. Here are two projects that are easy to make yourself, simply using Resene testpots and a few other materials.

Remember to…

Mini makeover: summer drinks tray

25 Jan 2017

Summer is popular for entertaining and it's nice to serve your guests in style. Show off your creative flair with an upcycled drinks tray like this one... and nobody needs to how…

DIY: Upcycled stools

08 Dec 2016

The Salvation Army and Resene have partnered up for the Upcycling for Good project, to show how easily you can transform the secondhand items that can be found at your local Salvation Army…

House paint season: your questions answered

19 Sep 2017

It’s exterior house painting season, or maybe you’re tackling a smaller outdoor painting project this summer.

Even if you’re an experienced hand with a paint brush, there are always some issues…

Colour of 2017 – it's green

15 Dec 2016

What colour will we paint our walls in the coming year? Well, according to the Pantone Color Institute, the answer is green. A colour called Greenery is Pantone's colour of…

A well-read wallpaper

22 Dec 2016

The rise in popularity of ‘unique’ feature wall designs has gained so much momentum that a new trend has been created. The new Conversational collection of wallpaper from Resene ColorShops…

Your own botanic print

25 Jan 2017

How cool is this? A wallpaper that comes with it's own botanic print artwork. New from Resene ColorShops, the Geonature collection of wallpapers includes a series using delicate fern leaf imagery.…

Mini makeover: back to school

01 Feb 2017

As the kids head back to school this month, allow them to ease into their new routine with these fun DIY book covers. 

Project 1

This happy watermelon pattern is a piece of…

At home with nature

01 Feb 2017

Feel like David Attenborough every day and surround yourself with this bird wildlife wallpaper from the Geonature collection (pattern 366101). Available at Resene ColorShops, Geonature takes on stylised motifs, graphic lines and muted tones in its design. We're…

DIY: French wash panels

01 Feb 2017

Here's how to get that aged, French provincial look for walls, panels or cabinets. Project by paint effects specialist and stylist Greer Clayton. Photography by Melanie Jenkins.

You will need

Two paint colours, one…

Get the stone look

28 Feb 2017

The trend for wallpapers that mimic natural or other materials continues unchecked. They're just so clever and look so good. This more subtle creation with its appearance of stone block…

Instant watercolour walls

14 Feb 2017

We're all loving watercolour walls at the moment. It's a dreamy look that's easy to create with paint... or if you just can't wait or don't have the time, how…

Three in one walls

22 Feb 2017

Combining a love of three popular trends, this wallpaper has it all. It's blue (a very now colour), it sports a faux timber look and has an eye-catching geometric pattern in…

Latest habitat in the post

09 Mar 2017

The latest habitat magazine is hitting letterboxes this week. Crammed full of lots of lovely paint colour and clever ideas, you'll find easy projects like this watercolour wall, as well as inspiring…

Create a watercolour wall

06 Mar 2017

This sunset-inspired watercolour wall is surprisingly easy to do. Its randomness is part of the charm, so don’t worry if yours doesn’t come out looking exactly like this.

You will need:

Resene testpots of…

Autumn roses

15 Mar 2017

We don't want to push it with the autumn thing; we're hoping the summery weather will last a bit longer. But if you're in the mood for warmer colours, check…

DIY: Brighten a bathroom corner

06 Apr 2017

Is your bathroom too beige and boring? Fleur Thorpe shows us how to add a simple stencil to add some character. Her own bathroom was painted in Resene Triple Blanc so she chose a…

Lessons from a renovation

16 Mar 2017

Habitat editor Sharon Newey and partner Ian Rainey undertook a major renovation of their house last year. Even though they’ve renovated before, the scale of this project was tantamount to…

Going for gold

27 Apr 2017

If you're feeling not so rich in the pocket but ambitious in nature, get yourself in the mood with this novelty wallpaper. It's jumble of gleaming gold bars will add a…

Rough and ready

13 Apr 2017

Looking like a crackle-glaze, aged paint or even bark, this stunning wallpaper just makes you want to reach out and touch it. Of course the effect is complements of today's…

Your inner hippy

30 Mar 2017

If you feel like a colour infusion before winter truly sets in, check out this trippy wallpaper with its tendril-like flower vines. Fresh blues and greens are set against a cruisy purple…

The newest folly takes its place

06 Apr 2017

A new installation has been unveiled as this year's Brick Bay Folly, taking over the crown from last year's winner Daughter of the Swamp. 

Set on a steep hillside at Brick…

Wow, it's our watercolour wall

04 Apr 2017

When homeowner and mum Jodie Squires saw the watercolour feature wall in the latest habitat magazine, she knew exactly where the paint effect would look good – in her 10-year-old…

Kickstart your scheme with a mood board

13 Apr 2017

Designer Kate Alexander of Places & Graces shows us how to create a mood board to help plan your interiors. 

Kate used one of the new Resene Curtain Collection fabrics (Silhouette in…

A true retro surprise

22 Jun 2017

When Sandra Lowden went to renovate her bathroom, she discovered that the stunning black and silver foil wallpaper was an original Mason's handprint, hung in 1975. So instead of embarking on…

Classic with a twist

15 Jun 2017

An unexpected colour combination of dusky gold and jade-turquoise lift this classic wallpaper pattern beyond the usual. It also gives a traditional design motif a new purpose, epitomised here by the casual beachy,…

A swirling statement

25 Jul 2017

The oversized swirls on this new wallpaper design certainly make a statement. They're a little bit retro but also futuristic. It's bold but also elegant. Organic and rhythmic. What's not to love? This design (Y6200105) is…

Living walls

23 May 2017

Create your own version of a living wall with this delicate tendril leaf wallpaper. It answers the current trend for organic, botanical themes and has a luminescent, shimmering texture - but…

Easy DIY: Scandi wall hanging

27 Apr 2017

This Scandi collage was made using linen and a Resene testpot in Resene Good As Gold. Isn’t it gorgeous? Fleur Thorpe shows us how.

You will need

Fabric (Fleur’s is left-over cotton curtain…

Megan's room recipes

11 May 2017

Colour expert and stylist Megan Harrison Turner uses certain rules when creating rooms for Resene. She shares her secrets.

Baking a cake successfully is about getting the proportions of ingredients right,…

Megan’s art hanging tips

06 Jul 2017

Stylist Megan Harrison-Turner shares her art-hanging and colour secrets.

While art galleries frequently have white walls so there is no colour to distract from the artist’s work, we often have colour on…

Easy DIY: painted breakfast tray

02 May 2017

Don't forget it's Mother's Day coming up... why not spoil her with breakfast in bed, served on this beautifully painted tray? Nikki Astwood of Revised Edition has painted hers in dusky…

Journey of a house build

11 May 2017

When you're in the thick of renovating, it's easy to forget to document the progress. But when Shaan and Luke Ronchi started the reno on their 70s weatherboard home, they made sure to…

Kohler hits the road

16 May 2017

From Kerikeri to Dunedin, Kohler New Zealand recently kicked off The Great KOHLER® Roadshow 2017 with three trucks as 'mobile showrooms', kitted out with beautiful, new release bathroomware. 

For the trucks' interiors,…

Anna goes for green

18 May 2017

Interior designer Anna Cuthbert has a thing for green... and a passion for design of all styles.

Tell us a bit about yourself and your work.

I have worked as an interior…

Easy DIY: geo chopping board

01 Jun 2017

 

Using just three Resene testpots, we've turned a plain wooden chopping board into a fun serving tray. Here's how easy it is to create your own.

You will need:

Wooden chopping board
Sandpaper
Pencil and…

Showing off in style

31 May 2017

Showhomes are one way we can gain interior inspiration - and dream of owning our own brand new home - especially when those interiors are created by a well-known designer. Jennian Homes…

Easy DIY: honouring the Brits

06 Jun 2017

We've just celebrated Queen's Birthday and the Lions rugby team are touring. What better way to show your allegiance than with a Union Jack, cleverly painted on to an old…

Like the forest floor

10 Jul 2017

With the richness of the forest floor, or evocative of fossilised fern leaves in dense stone, this richly patterned and coloured wallpaper is the perfect autumnal addition to your home. It…

Well coded

27 Jul 2017

Like a sheet of bar codes, sound bars, or even a DNA matching sample, this strikingly graphic wallpaper is made even stronger with a monochromatic colour scheme. With multi-width bars…

The new luxe

17 Jul 2017

There's a new luxe looking emerging - it's subtle, it relies on a stunning play on texture, and it's drop-dead gorgeous. This room says it all. It's a dreamy mix…

Fresh as a daisy

06 Jul 2017

Youthful and fresh, this quirky mix of floral motifs and colours will transform a room. Use it for all the walls or just as a feature wall. With the delicacy…

Easy DIY: octagonal shelves

13 Jul 2017

Floating shelves are a modern and pretty way to decorate your walls without much fuss. For this project, stylist Nikki Astwood has gone with a romantic and tropical look, using wallpaper and testpots from…

Elizabeth is all about design

13 Jul 2017

Elizabeth Dittmer lives and breathes design. It's not enough that she's the owner of boutique interior design studio E.D. Interiors and also tutors design for Open Polytech... last year, she and her…

The Block NZ recap: Mastering the master bedroom

27 Jul 2017

The teams have eased into the rhythm of The Block NZ life, and got to work on their master bedroom and ensuite for their latest room reveal. Here's who came out…

Ginney's affinity with art and nature

03 Aug 2017

When artist Ginney Deavoll returned to New Zealand after exploring the world, she realised how breathtaking the country's flora and fauna truly are. 

Inspired, she started exploring her own backyard and beyond, from…

Head to the tropics

10 Aug 2017

Find your escape with the new Imaginarium wallpaper collection, a mix of tropical designs and vintage prints. We've fallen in love with this cheeky wallpaper print (code 12401), filled with perching lemurs, bright blue hummingbirds and exotic…

Island luxe

24 Aug 2017

Are you a glam goddess, or do you prefer more of a boho vibe? Why not both? These wallpapers from the Reflect collection (code 378012 and code 378004) from Resene ColorShops are…

Natural wonder

17 Aug 2017

How wonderful is this faux plywood wallpaper, creating a zen look to this bathroom space? The wallpaper (code 606249) is new from the Passepartout range, available from Resene ColorShops and is…

A zen makeover

31 Aug 2017

This week on TVNZ 1's HOMEmade, the team brought their skills to another family's home, this time turning an outdated bathroom into a wonderfully zen space. 

The home belongs to Keri and…

Into the woods

31 Aug 2017

Kids who dream of adventure will revel in this illustrated wallpaper (292428), part of the huge wallpaper range at Resene ColorShops. With quirky depictions of teepees and tents, woodland creatures…

The Block NZ recap: to the finish line

07 Sep 2017

Competition amongst Three's The Block NZ teams amped up last week as they juggled multiple spaces for the last interior room reveal. With an entrance, stairwell and powder room to complete,…

Easy DIY: Pinnable mood board

13 Sep 2017

Have a creative project on the go and need somewhere to pin the bits and bobs that inspire you? Both stylish and practical, this pinnable mood board is exactly what…

Easy DIY: Rustic photo frames

21 Sep 2017

Second hand shops are filled with old frames that can easily be transformed into functional and on-trend photo boards. Using wallpaper and a Resene testpot, Sarah Herring has created these cool rustic-themed frames perfect for displaying…

A dreary to dreamy master bedroom

05 Oct 2017

Last night on HOMEmade, the team headed to Sarah and Peter’s home, a 1957 weatherboard bungalow still in its original state and filled with their personal bright artwork and funky furniture – they…

Easy DIY: 3 creative ideas for interiors

19 Oct 2017

Looking for a new DIY project to dive into this weekend? Using Resene testpots, Fleur Thorpe shares these three creative ideas that will look gorgeous in any interior.

Pallet kid's quote

Quote art and…

Up in the clouds

26 Oct 2017

If you're in the mood for adding a bit of whimsy to your home, look skyward for inspiration with this painterly cloud wallpaper from Resene ColorShops (code 98674).

With beautiful pastel and sky tones, keep…

Make a magazine rack

26 Oct 2017

Keep your favourite magazines on hand with this sleek, X-frame magazine rack – it's so easy to make! We've stained ours using Resene Colorwood Dark Oak, with a Scandi-inspired pattern painted in Resene…

Janice and Julian’s simply beautiful furniture

26 Oct 2017

We’re not being too formal when we refer to this couple as Mr and Mrs Ward – that’s the name of the simple yet striking range of furniture Janice Kumar-Ward…

Go with the flow

02 Nov 2017

Establishing serenity in the home has becoming increasingly popular as we seek respite from our fast-paced lives. To create this, we are turning to colour and texture, from chalky blues to…

Girls' bedrooms get a gorgeous makeover

09 Nov 2017

Are your kids' bedrooms looking a bit drab? That was the case for Jenna, Andrew and their two daughters, who welcomed the HOMEmade team last week to makeover the girls' bedrooms. The team…

Stunning in stripes

16 Nov 2017

For the latest HOMEmade makeover, the team has turned a drab lounge into a showstopper, with stunning striped wallpaper and fresh Resene neutrals.

Taking the room out of the 70s and…

Colourful oasis

16 Nov 2017

Create your very own urban oasis with this recent release wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection (code: FJ020203). With pyramid shapes in a wash of colour, against sandy-hued wood grain, it's a beautiful backdrop for…

A dated bedroom gets a new look

22 Nov 2017

When Maureen of Auckland was looking to redo her dated master bedroom, she turned to the HOMEmade team to give her a hand. The team got to work, transforming the bedroom into a calm…

Hello summer

30 Nov 2017

There's something about summer that draws us to sunny yellows and bright blues, and the setting for this newly released wallpaper, Resene Wallpaper Collection 32792-4, available at Resene ColorShops, is a…

Inside a green and gorgeous makeover

30 Nov 2017

In last week’s episode of HOMEmade, colour-shy couple Ant and Erin were looking to add more colour to the home, without going over the top. In stepped Melissa and the…

DIY alternative Christmas tree

07 Dec 2017

While having a traditional Christmas tree in the home has its obvious appeal, not everyone loves the idea. These mini painted trees are a great alternative, painted in a festive palette…

Luke and Lou go for beachy and modern

21 Dec 2017

When Auckland couple Luke and Lou wanted to turn their 1960's beach-style bach into a "forever home", they asked HOMEmade for help.

With breathtaking views of the water from their living…

Surfs up!

06 Mar 2018

What better way to remember catching waves during summer than having it hanging on your walls all year round? That’s what these parents did for their surfie son’s bedroom, taking…

DIYS for little artists

08 Feb 2018

For kids who love to pick up a paintbrush, these DIYs are perfect for their creative minds. Plus, they make gorgeous additions to children’s bedrooms. Or try them out yourself.

Nikki…

4 easy ways to refurb furniture

01 Feb 2018

Before throwing out old furniture, take a second look... with a bit of sanding here and a coat of Resene paint there, you could give these pieces a whole new…

Deck out drab planters

20 Feb 2018

Sometimes you come across something at a Salvation Army family store that’s just the right shape, but the rest of it is really drab.

As part of the Upcycled for Good…

Get scribbling

08 Feb 2018

As if kids ever needed a reason to add their creative flair to the walls, here’s a way they can do it without ruining your paint job.

This illustrated bird wallpaper…

Anna unveils her Athena

26 Feb 2018

People have mistaken Anna Leyland’s art as being created digitally, such is the precision of her work. In reality, her screenprints are reproduced from large, original, hand-painted canvases, the work…

Branching out

14 Mar 2018

Bring the outdoors in with this tropical forest-inspired wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection pattern 8-878. Full of texture and smoky colours, it's a perfect feature wall for those who love the look of…

2 easy DIY Easter crafts

14 Mar 2018

Get crafty this Easter with these easy DIY ideas, from themed jars to collect chocolate from the Easter bunny to an occasion-themed twig bowl. 

DIY Easter Jars

You will need:

Two jars
Resene testpots of…

Set your walls aflutter

22 Mar 2018

The beauty of this wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection pattern FJ020204 is not only its stunning pattern of Monarch butterfly wings, but also the colour palette perfect for a…

Design tricks that add dollars

05 Apr 2018

None of us like to think that our interiors look, well, cheap… Like we’ve only shopped at the local budget home décor outlet. Here’s how to make your place look…

Bringing trends into the home

26 Apr 2018

Stylist Francesca Storey discusses bringing the latest trends into the home – and that it’s not as difficult or intimidating as it may seem.

Magazines, blogs, social media and advertising tempt…

Backing black and gold

19 Apr 2018

As we head into winter, we become naturally attracted to colour schemes and decorating tricks that cosy up our homes. Black and gold is that timeless mix that only needs…

DIY Mother’s Day gifts she’ll love

24 Apr 2018

Say thank you to mum this Mother’s Day with a thoughtful gift made by you. Here are three DIY projects using Resene testpots that are as gorgeous as they are…

What’s trending in wallpaper?

03 May 2018

We’ve been gleaning plenty of wallpaper inspiration from the Resene Instagram page (find them @resenecolour). Using designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection, available from Resene ColorShops, stylist Amber Armitage has…

Modern Mondrian

03 May 2018

Considered one of the best artists of the 20th Century, Piet Mondrian’s abstract art continues to be renowned throughout the world. Inspired by the colour and composition of his art,…

Classic coastal

17 May 2018

The popularity of deep coastal blues in the home shows no signs of abating… in fact, the trend is stronger than ever. From bold blues such as Resene Avalanche on…

The 6th wall – floors

16 May 2018

We tromp all over them, often without a second thought to what we are walking on.

But floors can be so much more versatile than that. Certainly, hard flooring is a…

Create your own clay pots

17 May 2018

Give your indoor plants and succulents the love they deserve with these homemade clay pots, decorated with a lace effect –  you won’t believe how easy they are to create…

All rugged up

24 May 2018

With winter approaching and the temperatures dipping, now is a great time to invest in a rug to add warmth and cosiness to your home. With all that’s on offer,…

2 ways with wallpaper patterns

31 May 2018

If you like the pattern on a particular wallpaper but it’s not the right colour or scale, why not use it as inspiration for your own paint project? We looked…

Editor’s picks of the month

31 May 2018

Here at Habitat by Resene we see many creative projects using Resene paints and products. Here’s a few of our favourites.

In the clouds

This is one lucky girl, although with a mother…

Kim sees the joy in colour

31 May 2018

From starting out as a Resene colour consultant to now running her own business Kim Nicol of All Colour Matters gets a thrill from helping people pick the perfect paint…

DIY paua-look artwork

29 May 2018

Using stunning Resene sea blues, can you believe this paua inspired artwork was created using potato printing? Nikki Astwood shows us how.

You will need:

Resene testpots in Resene St Kilda, Resene…

Whale tale inspires winning sculpture

07 Jun 2018

There’s so much to love about this year’s winning Brick Bay Folly, an abstracted giant sea creature full of gorgeous Resene paint colours.

The folly is part of the popular Brick…

Go bright for winter

06 Jun 2018

In Beauty EQ’s latest Resene colour and new season fashion round up, style director Louise Hilsz has dreamed up some wonderfully colourful combos for winter. From yellow and pink to…

Get creative with clipboards

21 Jun 2018

Who says clipboards have to be boring? Give yours a makeover with stylish wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection. 

Check out the huge range of wallpaper available in the wallpaper library…

Create pretty pen pots

21 Jun 2018

Looking for things to do with used tin cans instead of throwing them out? Here’s a quick way to turn them into something useful and pretty – pen pots.

Check out…

Wanderlust wallpaper

14 Jun 2018

It’s natural to want to escape the hum drum of every day (not to mention the icy temperatures) at this time of the year. If a holiday or adventure isn’t…

A cane table gets a classy makeover

14 Jun 2018

This old cane table was given a full refurb with on-trend colour and a fun paint technique using Resene testpots. Sarah Herring shows us how to recreate the look.

You will…

Jazz up your books

21 Jun 2018

Take the hum drum out of office work and style up your books with this pretty wallpaper (design 605631) from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

Check out the huge range of wallpaper…

Made for mystery

04 Jul 2018

Purple is the colour of the moment, and in a dark, rich incarnation such as this wallpaper design 609318 from the Resene Wallpaper Collection at Resene ColorShops, it delivers two…

Get the antique look for your walls

18 Jul 2018

Bring old world charm to your home with this paint effect, painted on top of anaglypta wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection (pattern RD335).

You will need:

Wallpaper pattern RD335 from the…

Making of a Resene DIY video

18 Jul 2018

Ever wonder what goes into making our crafty DIY videos? Stylist Leigh Stockton, who creates the projects using Resene paint and clever DIY ideas, gives us a look behind the…

Create a patchwork wall

02 Aug 2018

Why just use one wallpaper when you can use a variety? Create this stylish patchwork feature wall using wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

For this living room, we used vintage…

Dress up your drawers

15 Aug 2018

Bring a whole new dimension to old drawers with a lick of Resene paint and wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

You will need:

Wooden drawers
Wallpaper sample – we used design 366011…

Set your walls aflutter

30 Aug 2018

Give your walls a lift with these beautiful paper butterflies. They’re made out of wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection (design 606874) and create an eye-catching art piece.

You will need: 

Scissors…

Our clever wallpaper hack

22 Nov 2018

Bold and beautiful, the ethnic-style stripes for this feature wall were inspired by Resene Wallpaper Collection design 377133.

You will need:

Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen in Resene Nero – enough to do…

How to make giant flowers

01 Jul 2018

Add vintage flair to weddings, baby showers or other big celebrations with these handmade oversized flowers – made using wallpaper from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

You will need:

Wallpaper rolls – we used…

Peta keeps her passion alive

26 Jul 2018

For the last 10 years, artist Peta Williamson has been working in some of the most remote areas in Australia. This didn’t stop her, however, from pursuing her art, developing…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: kids’ bedrooms get a colour kick

02 Aug 2018

And they’ve done it again! For the third time in a row, Amy and Stu won room reveal – this time with a pink and gold kid’s bedroom that made the…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: battle of the bathrooms

26 Jul 2018

No rest for the wicked as the teams were tossed straight into the hot, deep water of bathroom week, in week two of The Block NZ. After the steep learning…

Three’s The Block NZ: from blank to beautiful

09 Aug 2018

There may have been some drama on The Block NZ last week, but it didn’t stop the teams from creating beautiful room reveals for blank canvas week. This time around,…

Colourful versus neutral interiors

16 Aug 2018

Interior designer Kate Alexander recently attended The Design Show, where she showcased two very different room styles – the first, a ‘colour meets colour’ bedroom, a little bit retro and…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: living rooms you’ll love

16 Aug 2018

The teams had a fun time last week, with challenges that included meme creating and cake decorating, on top of getting their living rooms ready for room reveal. The cherry…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: presenting the patios

23 Aug 2018

Last week, the teams got painting and paving to prepare for the latest room reveal – the patio. Once again, each team presented a space that was unique to them…

Go geo with new Resene curtains

13 Sep 2018

The geometric craze has taken over our homes in recent years but this season sees it soften and take on a more organic edge. Watch also for the growing influence…

Cherry blossom time

05 Sep 2018

Botanical motifs and designs are blooming right across this season’s wallpaper collections. We’ve seen palms, fern fronds, stylised daisies, water-colour style poppy fields and much more. Look out for the…

Talking colour with Carly

20 Sep 2018

Are you in need of some décor inspiration? Do you have a specific colour design dilemma you need help with? Tune into Carly Flynn’s Radio Live show next Saturday 10am-2pm,…

Jeanine and Heike’s fabulous furniture finds

13 Sep 2018

Byebyelove owners Jeanine Oxenius and Heike Rzehulek-Schmitt are doing their bit to help the environment in creative ways, saying goodbye to waste and hello to upcycling forgotten pieces of furniture…

Colour pops revive second-hand finds

20 Sep 2018

Turn a bland wooden bowl into a fun statement piece, and give a plain vase a confetti-style pattern!

Retro wooden bowl

The combination of a bold colour, Resene Colorwood stain and varnish…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: Laundry and Do-Over week

27 Sep 2018

Last Sunday on The Block NZ, the teams struck a great balance between good looks and practicality for their laundries, and got a chance to re-do a space that hadn’t…

Three’s The Block NZ recap:

20 Sep 2018

Last Sunday on The Block NZ, the teams tacked the space which often sets the scene for the style of a house – the entranceways and stairwells, and the powder…

A new look for littlies

04 Oct 2018

School holidays and spring come together as the perfect catalyst to review the look of children’s rooms. Wallpaper and paint are easy ways of turning an outdated or dull bedroom into…

Protea – the new ‘it’ flower

18 Oct 2018

Lush foliage designs are having more than a moment in the spotlight as they continue to riot across our walls, cushions and fabrics. The look won’t be waning any time…

Upcycle DIY: sweet stools and a touchy table

18 Oct 2018

Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board. Then team it with some stools painted to look like donuts!

Sarah Herring shows us how.

For…

Easy DIY art: Maximum impact

01 Nov 2018

Try these simple techniques to create dramatic retro-style art.

Poured paint art

Simply pour on the paint for a freestyle artwork.

You will need:

Testpots in Resene Sea Green, Resene Gold Dust metallic, Resene Kaitoke…

Forget botanics, try feathers

01 Nov 2018

Fill your duvet with feathers, and pattern your walls with them too. This soft and soothing design, Resene Wallpaper Collection OY31803 available from Resene ColorShops, is sure to help send…

Nadika’s desert influence artworks

25 Oct 2018

A trip into the Australian desert lit the spark of inspiration for painter, jewellery maker and tattoo artist, Nadia Suartika, also known as Nadika.

Nadika and her partner, travelled north into…

HOMEmade recap: A sanctuary inside and out for Mandy and Gene

08 Nov 2018

Mandy and Gene have had busy lives running their well-known Auckland restaurant for the past 20 years, but the demands of business has meant they have continually postponed plans to…

Project Runway: off the wall designs

08 Nov 2018

Wallpapers from the Resene Wallpaper Collection were behind the looks created in this week’s episode of Project Runway.

The nine designers were taken into the woods where trees had been wrapped…

Leaf designs to love

08 Nov 2018

Botanic designs and motifs are continuing their place in the popularity stakes – growing their way across wallpapers, on cushions, rugs, on accessories and now on two whimsical fabric designs…

Eastern promise

15 Nov 2018

Delicate, whimsical designs that look more like a watercolour artwork from the 19th century, rich with colonial references and Eastern-style motifs – it’s a look that’s going strong in wallpaper.…

A spot of whimsy

29 Nov 2018

This cheerful wallpaper design is hitting the trend mark on several fronts. First, it’s a beautiful example of the current popularity of warm turmeric toned golds combined with popular soft, blush…

HOMEmade recap: A family legacy revived

29 Nov 2018

Priscilla and Ben’s 1912 villa is part of a family legacy. The home, where the couple now live with their three children, was originally purchased by their uncle in the…

Philippa charts her love of nature

05 Dec 2018

It’s no surprise Philippa Bentley’s art is inspired by nature. She grew up with a large garden, close to the sea and was often to be found there damming the…

DIY shelf Christmas tree

05 Dec 2018

Make this easy vertical Christmas tree shelf. You can either paint it direct to the wall, or make it as a shaped board to hang or prop against the wall.

You…

HOMEmade recap: Karl and Ida’s mid-century makeover

05 Dec 2018

Ida and Karl’s 1950s home had great bones but it was too cold and was looking a little old with its original wallpaper, carpet and glittery ceiling. The couple love…

New look for family home packed to the rafters

13 Dec 2018

The Kennerly family home is packed to the rafters. Christine and Grant have owned their lifestyle block for 20 years. The property itself hasn’t changed much in that time, but it’s…

Palms go nice and neutral

13 Dec 2018

The latest craze for tropical motifs and palm trees doesn’t have to be all about a riot of colour in bright greens and corals. It can take a quieter turn…

DIY ideas for crafty Christmas decoration

13 Dec 2018

Decorating your home for Christmas is always a fun family time, and with a little bit of imagination your decorations can not only be unique to you, but easy on the…

DIY Christmas wrapping paper

20 Dec 2018

Use block-stamped organic-looking stars and an on-trend terrazzo pattern to personalise your Christmas wrapping paper this year.

Rubber band and testpot star stamp

You will need:

Roll of craft paper
6-8 x rubber bands
Testpot…

Have a colourful Christmas

20 Dec 2018

If you want to try something different with your Christmas colour scheme, how about picking a colour theme with your decorations, and even wrapping your pressies in matching wallpaper? If…

Colour me coral

13 Dec 2018

Sociable and spirited is how Pantone is describing its 2019 Colour of the Year – Living Coral.

Pantone says the choice is all about finding a little fun among the modern…

Nix the school morning chaos

10 Jan 2019

We love this clever entryway look, and while it’s meant for kids and adults alike, it reminds us of the locker-lined hallways of our school days. A personalised space has…

DIY concrete block planter

10 Jan 2019

No garden? No problem! You can make one of these eye-catching tiered planters on your deck or balcony with little more than a few concrete blocks and Resene testpots.

You will…

HOMEmade Episode 9 recap

20 Dec 2018

After

Engaged couple Danny and Suzanne bought his family home from his parents four years ago to live in with their two children. Since then the 1970s ranch-style home, which Danny…

HOMEmade recap: Michelle and Jeremy’s three-for-one transformation

10 Jan 2019

In the final episode of the season, the HOMEmade team found Michelle and Jeremy’s three bedroom weatherboard house stuck firmly in the 90s and in desperate need of a refresh.…

Dressed down glamour

24 Jan 2019

Green and gold glam isn’t going away any time soon, but it doesn’t always have to look like it’s dressed to the nines. We love the distressed effect of Resene…

DIY Terrazzo-Effect Plant Pot

24 Jan 2019

Bring a boring old plant pot back to life with this on-trend terrazzo paint effect.

You will need:

Any plant pot (concrete, terracotta or similar)

Sandpaper

Testpot brushes

Small detail brushes

Resene Quick Dry primer undercoat

Resene…

One Onehunga kitchen, three distinct looks

24 Jan 2019

Advertising executive Marcelle Baker’s home in Onehunga, Auckland, which was featured in our Spring/Summer 2018 issue (read it here), was redecorated as a passion project. While we think her original…

Add the look of Copenhagen to your nursery

07 Feb 2019

The Resene Jack and Rose 2 Wallpaper Collection is a selection of children’s wallpapers that have been designed to suit any nursery or child’s bedroom, but are still sophisticated enough…

DIY Love Banner

13 Feb 2019

If pink isn’t really your thing, this handmade black and white bunting is quick and easy enough to add a little love to your décor this Valentine’s Day – and…

This clever office looks extra handsome with a subtle hexagon detail

19 Feb 2019

We wouldn’t mind taking care of a bit of business in a room that looks as handsome as this one.

Not only do we appreciate the ingenuity of this room for…

Bev builds a business based on a love of timber and geometric designs

06 Mar 2019

In 2013, Bev Mossup was motivated to return to school to retrain in Interior Design. She now works part-time as a colour consultant – all while raising a young family…

Add a bit of zen

07 Mar 2019

New to the Resene Wallpaper Collection, this pattern from the ‘Earth’ collection features a gentle curved design reminiscent of a Japanese zen garden.

Available in six different colourways from your local…

Paste up pure glamour with these new metallic wallpaper designs

21 Mar 2019

The aptly named ‘Glasshouse Collection’ from the Resene Wallpaper Collection is an eclectic array of sophisticated fashion-led patterns that are sure to spark some glittering conversation. Here are a few…

3 casual-glam looks where wallpaper is the hero

03 Apr 2019

Adding glamour to a room can be as simple as incorporating jewel tones, dramatic contrast, metallic accessories or textiles like velvet, silk and satin. But with luxe looks, a little…

Window décor choices that will keep you warmer this winter

27 Mar 2019

As you may recall from science class, glass is a poor insulator. That means the better you can seal off your windows with soft coverings like curtains, the toastier you…

One office, three looks

17 Apr 2019

It’s amazing how much a colour palette can transform the look of a space. In this creative office, nothing has changed except the paint and wallpaper, and yet each version…

5 benefits of ventilating your home

10 Apr 2019

This article has been sponsored and provided by DVS.

Building a new home or renovating an existing one? Here’s five ways ventilating your home can protect your investment.

For many of us,…

Hiwirori’s masterful MOKO guitars make an impression

30 Apr 2019

Hiwirori Maynard has been a visual artist for more than 20 years. His journey began when he studied at Toihoukura School of Contemporary M?ori Visual Arts in Gisborne. While he…

Art Deco-inspired looks could not be more in right now

30 Apr 2019

With its simplified forms, daring colours and marked geometry, the Art Deco styles that were originally popular in the 1920s are currently enjoying a second youth.

Art Deco revival looks are…

DIY Scrabble tile picture frames

07 May 2019

Repurpose picture frames and a handful of Scrabble tiles from an old or incomplete set to create cute and colourful word art.

You will need:

Old/incomplete set of Scrabble tiles
Wooden photo frames
Testpot…

Taranaki artist’s creations are both pretty and practical

15 May 2019

While Shirley Vickery may not have originally planned to start a hobby-business creating hand-built and ornately painted cupboards and mirrors, her skilful hands have helped her carve out a niche…

The tropical trend turns over a new leaf

15 May 2019

Today’s tropical patterns have come a long way from the trendy bold emerald-green-plus-millennial pink version that was hugely popular. If you’re tired of seeing that all too familiar look, try…

Turn up the texture

23 May 2019

Picking the right curtains can be challenging – there are practically endless options out there. In some spaces, you might want them to stand out; in others, blend in. But…

DIY rocking horse revival

23 May 2019

Take a classic rocking horse and modernise it with colours from the Resene KidzColour collection.

You will need:

Sandpaper
Resene testpot brush
Small artist or detail brushes
Old cloths (suitable for wiping excess stain)
Resene Quick…

Faux-ly convincing wallpapers

06 Jun 2019

Lusting after the look of a New York-style loft, a sumptuous leather lounge or a timber cabin? Thanks to advances in digital printing, wallpapers have become rather convincing at replicating…

DIY wallpaper plant pot covers

06 Jun 2019

Pretty up some plant pots with some favourite designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection in this quick and easy craft.

You will need:

Wallpaper - you can buy many designs in cut to…

DIY wallpaper gift bags

19 Jun 2019

Package your prezzies in some serious style with this quick and easy craft using a few favourites from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

You will need:

Wallpaper – Fleur used Resene Wallpaper Collection…

Flower power

12 Jun 2019

Wallpaper and floral patterns have gone hand-in-hand ever since the wallcovering was invented, but that doesn’t mean they have to feel old fashioned.

Smaller, simpler floral patterns or those with a…

Miss Lolo’s bold new additions to her curated colour collection

25 Jun 2019

Last year, Miss Lolo released the first accent colour in her curated range of Resene colours - Pink Cadillac. A hue dubbed ‘the ultimate bright pink’, it continues to be…

Embrace design from decades past with one these retro-revival makeovers

25 Jun 2019

It's easy to feel bewildered when you’re staring down a fixer-upper covered in old laminates, but the truth of the matter is that most of today's interior trends are largely…

The kids are all right: Kids bedroom ideas

25 Jun 2019

Designing a space for a child is a great chance to really play with colour and try out some design ideas you might not feel bold enough to attempt in…

Take your kid’s headboard out of this world

25 Jun 2019

Go to infinity and beyond with a few favourite Resene colours and create this space-themed glow-in-the-dark headboard your little astronaut will love.

You will need:

Sandpaper and/or an electric sander
Testpot brushes
Small artist’s…

Bring your walls to life with a photographic mural

04 Jul 2019

As homeowners and interior designers have begun embracing bold design, photographic murals have arrived as a way to bring exotic room-defining looks home – without ever needing to step foot…

Three’s The Block NZ Recap: kids bedrooms revealed

04 Jul 2019

Week 2 of The Block NZ: Firehouse, the four teams were charged with creating a kids bedroom – with the bonus challenges of incorporating assigned wallpapers and crafting a pair…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: Apartment 5 revealed

25 Jul 2019

On the fifth week of the programme, it seemed fitting that the teams worked together to tackle the remainder of Apartment 5 in a way that would result in a…

A pre-loved desk gets some new love

01 Aug 2019

As technology grows, the need for pen and paper becomes less and less – leading us to forget about the unique pieces of furniture that accompanied traditional means of communication.…

Three’s The Block NZ Recap: living and media rooms

08 Aug 2019

This week, the teams were asked to create two beautiful and functional spaces: the living and media room. There was also an extra point up for grabs for the team…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: kitchen and dining rooms

31 Jul 2019

As the competition heats up, this week the teams were asked to create a beautiful kitchen and dining room, an area that’s often the heart of the home and an…

Diamonds are a wall’s best friend

07 Aug 2019

Interiors trends may come and go, but as the adage says, diamonds are forever.

While Marilyn Monroe may have preferred the real thing, when it comes to interior decorating, skip the…

DIY cross-stich drawers

14 Aug 2019

Give an old chest of drawers a colourful, one-of-a-kind makeover with this creative, hand-painted technique.

You will need:

An old chest of drawers
150 grit sandpaper
Soft sanding block or fine finishing sandpaper
Small foam…

4 wall treatments to bring your home back to nature

14 Aug 2019

Designers and decorators have looked to Mother Nature for interior inspiration for just as long as interiors have existed. However, sometimes you might be looking to create a space that…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: do-over rooms

22 Aug 2019

This week the teams got the chance to do over a room in their apartment. The teams were all given $10,000 to complete the space. If the space received a…

Three’s The Block NZ: Entrance, hallway & laundry

15 Aug 2019

This week, the teams were challenged with completing the entrance, hallway & laundry of their apartments. The entrance is a space that provides the critical first impression to a home.…

Bring some direction to your interior scheme

27 Aug 2019

A ‘well-travelled’ look is an enviable one. It seems to carry with it a sense of metropolitan sophistication that suggests that the homeowner is somehow wise beyond their years.

If you’re…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: outdoor terraces

29 Aug 2019

With the finish line in sight, this week the teams were challenged with the renovation of the apartment's final space final space: the outdoor terrace. There was added pressure to…

DIY stained pattern coffee table

04 Sep 2019

A coffee table is one of the most essential pieces of furniture and its design can affect the whole aesthetic of your living space. With a bit of elbow grease…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: Common lobby

05 Sep 2019

This week saw the final room reveal before the teams packed their bags to let the potential buyers finally have their first glimpse of the apartments in person. The teams…

The latest on lattice

11 Sep 2019

Intersecting geometric repeating patterns, often called ‘lattice’, are classic designs that you have likely seen before. Many of these timeless patterns have been used for hundreds of years in art…

DIY wallpaper animal mural

24 Sep 2019

Kids will love this playful idea for bringing a bit of wild life to their bedroom walls with a few fun designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection.

You will need:

Cut lengths…

Put some zip in your walls with zigzags

09 Oct 2019

Chevron and herringbone designs have been all over our floors and up our walls for a while now but have gone from fairly uniform patterns to zig-zagging their way into…

Seniors and students bought together with art

16 Oct 2019

A series of art workshops involving participants of all ages aims to culminate in a new mural in Avondale, Auckland coloured with paint donated by Resene.

The Intergenerational Project was a…

Refresh a retro coffee table without losing its character

02 Oct 2019

You will need:

Sandpaper or electric sander
Testpot brushes and/or roller
Resene Quick Dry waterborne primer undercoat
Painters masking tape (and ruler, pencil, scissors for measuring)
Resene testpots in your choice of colours; Sarah chose…

Wayne’s remarkable lacework restorations return villas to their former glory

22 Oct 2019

Delicate and ornate, filigree lacework is one of the standout features that give old heritage villas their character and charm.

In what he refers to as a ‘retirement project’, Oamaru-based sheep…

The exhibition that Danish design lovers won’t want to miss

29 Oct 2019

Pioneering, practical and timeless, Danish design has consistently been at the forefront of the applied arts and is today considered a shorthand for modern living and the modern home –…

Readers’ Roundup: October 2019 Edition

22 Oct 2019

We know spring has sprung when we start seeing plenty of fresh new projects popping up in our inbox.

If you’re looking for inspiration as you head into the long weekend,…

Infuse a bit of Eastern influence into your living space

12 Nov 2019

East-meets-west is a trend that can be woven into just about any room with ease. Clean lines, honest and natural materials and a restrained, earthy colour palette are all markers of…

Juliette Wanty, Art Director of homestyle, on what inspires her

12 Nov 2019

Art Director of homestyle magazine, Juliette Wanty, is a trailblazer when it comes to breaking the rules in the interior design world. Her penchant for mixing old and new finds…

6 tonal wallpaper designs that add just the right amount of texture

10 Dec 2019

Too much of a good thing ends up being a bad thing. Some wallpaper designs, while their pattern is beautiful, can overwhelm a space – especially if they have other…

Paint it black

28 Nov 2019

With Black Friday growing in popularity each year, why not use this as inspiration and bring black into your home?

When it comes to interior decorating, black sometimes gets a bad rap. Some…

Alison Leeder’s home office is the ‘pink’ of perfection

05 Dec 2019

When interior designer Alison Leeder moved into her 1950s house in Melbourne in late 2017, she had her sights set on tackling her home office first. Wanting a functional office…

Randall Froude brings Provence to this Kiwi kitchen

18 Dec 2019

When artist Randall Froude saw the brick wallpaper design on his friend’s kitchen wall, he was gripped from the get-go. Finding himself utterly inspired, he wondered how he could use…

DIY palette generator drawers

08 Jan 2020

If your furniture is in desperate need of a pick-me-up, why not give it a fun and inspired twist? With the free online Resene Colour Palette Generator, you can translate…

Last minute ideas for Christmas decorating

17 Dec 2019

Christmas has a way of sneaking up on us, and whether you’re super organised or behind the curve, finding yourself with a never ending to do list is part of…

7 wallpaper designs that are sure to break the ice

08 Jan 2020

Interesting wallpapers and paint treatments are an instant conversation starter and the perfect way to express your personality on your walls.

Give your visitors a reason to break the ice with…

Street style

14 Jan 2020

Colour works wonders when it comes to enhancing kerb appeal, whether it be a small feature or showcased on every possible surface. Whether your home is country chic or modern…

5 leafy looks for your dining area

22 Jan 2020

Mealtimes should be about relaxing, leaving your day behind and indulging in something delicious with your loved ones.

Setting the scene for a harmonious dining experience means bringing together a myriad…

6 bold wallpaper designs we’re currently coveting

04 Feb 2020

Why blend into a bland crowd when you can stand out? That’s the spirit we’re carrying into 2020 when it comes to interiors, with eclectic wallpapers being the very first…

Amy Moore’s favourite colours

12 Feb 2020

Going through the ebbs and flows of renovating is no easy feat, but in 2018 one team showed NZ how it’s done in The Block NZ: On Point. After being…

7 textured wallpaper designs you’ll want to get your hands on

19 Feb 2020

Have you ever stood back to look at your space and felt like it was missing something, but you couldn’t put your finger on it? If your room is lacking…

DIY painted herringbone mirror

19 Feb 2020

Upcycling is taking over in a big way – not only keeping the planet happy, but also providing those with an eye for design a way to get crafty and…

DIY customised summer hats

25 Feb 2020

For a really quick and easy summer project, try adding on-trend hues to a simple straw sun hat. Make it your own with your choice of colours and pattern, and…

Aron Taaffe creates colourful mural in son’s bedroom

19 Feb 2020

Adding bold pops of colour to a bedroom is nothing to fear – something Décor Decorators’ Aron Taaffe knows well. A master of colour, Aron has spent the last 25…

DIY wallpapered stairs

04 Mar 2020

If your staircase is looking a little tired, give it a new lease on life with this DIY wallpapered project. Whether you choose one particular design that takes your fancy…

6 ways to incorporate the black and white wallpaper trend

04 Mar 2020

There’s a reason black and white colour schemes remain a stronghold trend in the interiors world. They’re timeless, classic and offer countless possibilities to make stylish statements when combined with…

Editor’s Picks: Pattern play

05 Mar 2020

Incorporating patterns into your decorating scheme can be incredibly intimidating for many people – especially if you want to mix in more than one. Whether you are a design traditionalist…

DIY wallpaper drawer

18 Mar 2020

For a stylish place to stash away small belongings, use some colourful wallpapers to update a plain drawer unit with this DIY. You can order cut lengths of a range of wallpapers at…

Decorating supplies direct to you

18 Mar 2020

Need paint, wallpaper and accessories?  We can deliver to you!

If you’d prefer to access your paint, wallpaper and accessories without coming into your local Resene ColorShop, we can take orders…

Spread epilepsy awareness next week with Purple Day

18 Mar 2020

Run by Epilepsy New Zealand, Purple Day is an annual awareness campaign that aims to raise awareness of epilepsy. The event helps those living with epilepsy feel like they are not in…

7 wallpaper designs that pay homage to our feathered friends

18 Mar 2020

There’s something charming about birds of every kind, and design-wise, they’re brilliant fodder for décor inspiration. Whether your home is country chic or minimalist and modern, you can weave in…

Change up your wallpaper without actually changing your wallpaper

25 Mar 2020

Some wallpaper is actually designed to be painted, making it easier than ever to personalise it to go with your home’s existing colour scheme. These paintable designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection can…