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NZ RenoTok’s second project reveal
24 Jun 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 in the season one hit of NZ RenoTok.
Streaming live to…
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…
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…
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…
Nat Davis marks a new chapter in New Zealand’s interior design story
11 Feb 2025
With a passion for design and an extraordinary multifaceted career, Nat Davis has long been immersed in the world of architecture and interiors. Now, as the founder of The FOLIO…
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…
Make mealtimes colourful with these DIY napkin rings
31 Jul 2024
If you love to entertain and prefer fabric napkins, then you may want to try making some of these inexpensive wooden bead napkin rings. You can whip these up in…
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…
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…
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…
Painting and decorating in winter? No problem. Try these tips!
07 May 2024
Painting and decorating your home in winter is easier than you think. With some handy tips and products from Resene you can ensure your outdoor spaces are safe and comfortable…
Mountainous master: How a mural transformed a bedroom
04 Apr 2024
Stacey’s 1930 bungalow needed a lot of love when she got it, and she knew she could turn to Resene’s many shades to turn it into a home she would…
How to offset bold accent hues for better-balanced colour palettes
11 Mar 2024
Colour plays a pivotal role in creating atmosphere, defining spaces and evoking emotions within our built environments. While many popular light, understated and nature-inspired Resene paint colours are easy to…
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…
Sip and soak in nature: The colourful transformation of Kākāriki Coffee
11 Dec 2023
In the heart of Wellington's CBD, you’ll find a lush green retreat where you can escape off the busy sidewalk and relax with a coffee in hand. Kākāriki Coffee showcases…
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…
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…
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…
Creating magic beyond the wall: The bespoke murals of Inky Collective
25 Jul 2023
When it comes to bringing art to life on various surfaces, Inky Collective is a sister duo force to be reckoned with. Amanda and Ari are creating bespoke murals with…
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…
Discover Resene colour expert team’s favourite shades
26 Apr 2023
Whether recommending them or painting with them, your Resene team know a thing or two about Resene paint colours. It can be hard to choose a favourite when you’re around…
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…
Brea Snider shows her talent and flair through her colourful plant pots
18 Jan 2023
You’ll be hard ‘pot’ to miss Brea’s colourful designs. From minimal to detailed, she has found her creative outlet through using Resene paints and products to make these wonderful one-of-a-kind…
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,…
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.…
Diary entries and stories inspire Australian artist Jasmine Crisp
18 Aug 2022
Adelaide artist Jasmine Crisp’s paintings stop people in their tracks on the street. Her colourful pieces using Resene colours are so detailed and characterised it pays to pause to take…
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…
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…
From makeup and bodypainting to canvases
20 Jul 2022
Cromwell’s Jordan Turner is never short of inspiration for her vibrant paintings in Resene colours. The full-time artist describes her work as bold and colourful, with a contemporary influence.
A mural…
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…
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 –…
Six neutral-based colour palettes to use now
21 Mar 2022
While data shows that clients are making bolder paint colour choices than ever before – a phenomenon that’s most likely been spurred from staring at the same white walls for…
A mural artist livens up a BOP childcare centre with bright and cheerful colours
02 Feb 2022
Original art and large-scale murals are a passion for Bay of Plenty artist Jasmine Kroeze.
She’s applied her talents to both her own home and to enliven her local daycare, using…
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 –…
Reader roundup: From a toilet fit for a Pharoah to a rainbow beach installation, our readers are a creative crowd
16 Dec 2021
‘Tis the season for creativity as our habitat readers share their ideas for adding colour about the place.
Egyptian fantasy graces a toilet fit for a Pharoah
In Peter's home the smallest…
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…
Shop crafty and local for Christmas with this roundup of handmade gifts from New Zealand makers
02 Dec 2021
Stuck for that unique gift for the person who has everything? We’ve corralled a collection of the unusual and beautiful from artisan makers, and you can order direct from them…
Travel the world from the comfort of your backyard with Target Furniture
11 Nov 2021
Outdoor furniture feature with Target Furniture
A change can be as good as a holiday and with Target Furniture you can transform your patio, deck or courtyard into a staycation-worthy retreat…
Reader roundup: From intricate dollhouses and little libraries to vibrant hospital murals, our readers are taking creativity to a whole new level
11 Nov 2021
It’s amazing what wonderfully whimsical and astounding things can be created with a simple paintbrush, Resene testpot and dash of imagination. Readers from across the country have been cooking up…
Keyword research says these are the top trending kitchen colours homeowners are after
09 Nov 2021
For many clients, kitchens are the place to unwind after a long day and cook up a delicious meal to share with family or friends – so it makes sense…
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…
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…
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…
Artist Natalie Walker’s river inspirations and elegant pounamu pieces
20 May 2021
Contemporary artist Natalie Walker is a jack of all trades when it comes to creativity. Working with a range of mediums from ink and paint work to detailed pounamu-inspired resin…
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…
It’s now easier than ever to check out Resene’s top colours
08 Dec 2020
When you’re feeling stuck for where to get started on your colour choices for a project, or to narrow down your options, it’s common for people to reach out and…
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!…
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…
Wonder Group reveals their unique approach to ‘breaking the chain’
18 Aug 2020
Since its launch in 2014, Burger Burger has gained a heck of a reputation. Toted as serving some of the best – if not the very best – burgers in…
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…
Artist Hannah Jensen’s jaw-dropping paint carvings are nothing short of captivating
12 Aug 2020
From afar, Hannah Jensen’s pieces look to be created with intricate brushstrokes and cleverly detailed shading. However, upon closer inspection, these ‘brushstrokes’ are unmistakably knife strokes – carved into layers…
Create your own painted peacock wall hanging
15 Jun 2020
Add some royal peacock colours to your wall with this DIY painted wall hanging.
You will need:
Resene testpots in your choice of colours – Fleur used Resene Torea Bay, Resene Tree…
Six ways to spruce this spring
01 Oct 2015
What’s hot this spring season? Lizzi Hines of Room by Room shares her findings.
Spring has sprung! It’s the time of year for change and renewal, longer days and more time…
Alison’s passion for green
30 Mar 2017
Interior designer Alison Ward has a passion for the colour green, and for small spaces. She likes nothing better than to find a previously disused space – an old caravan or…
The Block NZ recap: Drawing a blank
20 Jul 2017
Last week, it was up to the teams of The Block NZ to impress judges by creating their own brief in the Blank Canvas challenge. From a minimalist bedroom to a…
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…
The Block NZ recap: Be our guest
24 Aug 2017
With only a few more weeks to go, Three’s The Block NZ teams had to dig deep to complete the guest bedroom and bathroom. Feature walls proved popular, as well as bold use…
Get colourful with crates
09 Nov 2017
Use unexpected patterns and bright colours to update a couple of retro wooden crates. Sarah Herring shows us how.
You will need
Testpots in Resene Sea Green, Resene ASAP, Resene Hopbush and…
Editor’s picks of the month
03 May 2018
Here at Habitat by Resene many cool and creative examples of Resene paint come into our inboxes each day. We’d like to share some of those with you.
Getting creative
Sarah from…
Inspired by… South Island’s winter palette
18 Jul 2018
On a recent getaway to South Island’s Maruia Springs, interior designer Kate Alexander found plenty of colour inspiration – from snow-capped mountains to Japandi-inspired accommodation.
Recently I had the pleasure of…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Visit Susan’s profound and colourful shrines in Waikanae
03 Apr 2019
A fascination with the rituals and sculpture of American native peoples inspired Palmerston North artist Sue Artner’s interest in creating art in the form of shrines.
Ten of her works are…
Beatrice’s beautiful Gaudi-inspired glass works
06 Jun 2019
Through much experimentation, artist Beatrice Bourhis has found her own unique way to express herself. After being exposed to the architecture and mosaics of Antonio Gaudi, her enthusiasm for working…
Kids will love this hands-on DIY
11 Sep 2019
Birds and ladybirds are brought to life with some imagination and a few Resene testpots in this quick and easy kid-friendly DIY. Permission to get a little messy: granted.
You will…
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…
Editor’s Picks: A dining room that’ll take you from day to night
05 Dec 2019
Now that December is here, I’m sure I’m not the only one who is hard pressed to find an evening between now and the end of the year that hasn’t…
Esther Campbell’s colourful pop culture fan art
04 Feb 2020
In just two and a half years, Papamoa-based artist Esther Campbell has seen demand for her colourful, pop culture-inspired artwork grow by the day. The busy mother of three is…
Resene to bring colour to Pasifika's painting area
11 Mar 2020
Auckland’s world-renowned celebration of its Pacific Island communities and whanau returns to Western Springs Park, Auckland this weekend!
Pasifika has 11 distinctly different villages, each with a performance stage and market…
