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Tap into the enduring appeal of coastal design with these chic Resene colour combos
14 Jan 2025
There are certain quintessential design details that have become definitive representations of specific regions of the world – and for many of us, it’s coastal design. With our vast coastlines,…
Two easy and extra festive Christmas DIYs
17 Dec 2024
Christmas is right around the corner but there’s still time to add some festive touches to your home. These two easy DIYs will spruce up your home ready for family,…
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…
Think wood stains are immune to influence from colour trends? Think again
11 Nov 2024
Beloved for their classic and earthy appeal, wood stains remain an essential tool in the world of design as a method for enhance the natural beauty of timber while complementing…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Your designer guide to interior trends
20 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your home. The…
Your designer guide to interior trends
17 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your next project.…
Keep the kids busy these holidays with these fun projects
20 Dec 2022
Running out of ideas to entertain the kids? Try some more of our colourful ideas with the help of Resene colours to keep them busy while at home these holidays.…
Black to black: Five Resene black paints and wood stains to explore for Black Friday
23 Nov 2022
While Black Friday originated in the United States as a shopping day following Thanksgiving, the colour black has significant meaning in New Zealand. Black is the colour of our legendary…
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…
Six new Resene wash hues bring the best of the beach to interior timber
07 Dec 2021
We have seen renewed love for honesty in materials, which favours those that come from nature, making linen, wood, cane, clay and stone incredibly desirable to decorate with thanks to…
Go against the grain and create a wooden charging station
26 Aug 2021
Turn a piece of wood into a creative and useful charging port. This DIY charging station holds your phone vertically, so you can continue to use it while it charges.…
Jobs and DIY projects to do around the house to keep busy (with leftover paint)
25 Aug 2021
Revamp your home office
This painted colour blocked feature in Resene Fast Forward clearly defines this workstation. Surrounding walls in Resene Sea Fog, floor in Resene Truffle, shelves and desk top in Resene Fast Forward, chair…
Eight fun ways to keep kids busy with paint
25 Aug 2021
Make the most of having your kids at home with these creative DIY paint projects sure to entertain. Their imagination will run wild as they make everything from cute driftwood…
It’s a kind of magic: Inside Arty Vicky’s dragon’s den
13 May 2021
When it comes to art, the magic is in the colour for Vicky Millman. Vicky, also known as Arty Vicky, has always been creative but only began thinking of herself…
How this former Waihi camp got a colourful Mexico-inspired revamp
21 Jan 2021
Accommodating colour: How this former Waihi camp became a Latin American-inspired holiday destination
Te Rau Aroha, the Anglican Church camp at Waihi Beach, was a little worn down when it caught…
Bring beach vibes into your home with this DIY driftwood ladder
21 Oct 2020
Rustic and beachy, this easy-to-make driftwood ladder is a handsome addition to any room. You can paint it in any Resene testpot colours you like, and use it for hanging…
Add some pizzazz to your shelf with these DIY driftwood bookends
09 Sep 2020
Crafted from a handful of easy to source components, these lively bookends are gorgeous to look at and easy to make too. You can use any Resene testpots you fancy…
Creeping on in
06 Dec 2012
This quirky bathroom was a stand that won bronze at the recent Waikato Home Show. Created by Eucalyptus Design & Interiors and sponsored by Mico Design, the concept was for…
Build your own Christmas tree
18 Dec 2014
If you’ve left buying a fresh Christmas tree a bit late this year, take the lead from habitat reader Diana and make your own.
Diana gathered family and friends to make…
Vanessa takes beach chic to new levels
22 Jun 2017
Vanessa Owens, owner of Driftwood Seaside Escapes and a serial renovator uses Resene paints and paint effects to achieve the beach chic look she is after, and for which Driftwood has become known.
Tell…
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…
Colourful kid’s play
23 Aug 2018
Teach your kids the joys of colour and DIY with these three gorgeous projects by Kiwi Families’ Alayna Flighty, including quirky bird feeders and a rainbow-coloured driftwood mirror.
Drift away
Spring is…
Make an outdoor storage trunk for all those bits and pieces
17 Jan 2019
Paint this handy trunk the same colour as your exterior to blend it in with your cladding or match it to your patio furniture for a stand-out piece of storage.
You…
Easy-going interiors: How decorating a bach differs from everyday home design
17 Jan 2019
Whether by the beach, lake or mountain, the modest bach is an iconic part of our history and culture and sums up the meaning of escape from the city and…
Picking up a paintbrush helped Janie regain her artistic independence
24 Apr 2019
Artist Janie Taylor has lived in Karehana Bay, Plimmerton since 1972. In 2001, Janie lost the use of both hands after suffering severe injuries – but she didn’t let that…
2 colourful kids’ crafts made with upcycled materials
04 Jul 2019
Crafting doesn’t always have to mean scouring the nearest arts and crafts store for new materials. Often, the perfect supplies can be those that are on their way to the…
One kitchen, three delicious ways
11 Mar 2020
With the help of architect Malcolm Walker, Philip and Jane’s 1920s Auckland bungalow was given a transformation into the bold and modern multi-level stand out it is today, complete with a…
