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Three simple and unique DIY Mother’s Day projects
08 May 2025
Mum is sure to love one of these three simple and unique DIY gift ideas for Mother’s Day this year. Making something yourself for mum not only means giving her…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
2024 Resene Total Colour Awards entries open now
10 Jun 2024
Show your true colours and receive the recognition you deserve by entering the Resene Total Colour Awards!
The Resene Total Colour Awards recognise outstanding use of colour, celebrating the best of…
Entries are open for the 2024 Resene Total Colour Awards!
10 May 2024
Show your true colours and receive the recognition you deserve by entering the Resene Total Colour Awards!
The Resene Total Colour Awards recognise outstanding use of colour, celebrating the best…
Artist Darcelle Nesser creates another masterpiece
22 Feb 2024
Sitting next to her giant Feijoa mural in Palmerston North, you’ll find a brand new mural from Darcelle Nesser painted using bold and captivating Resene colours.
“It's about Gravitational Waves of…
A warm green welcome: DIY plant pots for your entryway
10 Jan 2024
Give your guests a warm welcome with this stacked welcome pot by your front door. This project requires three different size pots which are then stacked and filled with flowers.…
Darcelle Nesser's cosmic passion: Painting the universe of kiwifruit
28 Nov 2023
In the vibrant world of artist Darcelle Nesser, passion takes on an astronomical dimension, particularly when it comes to her latest masterpiece – the Giant Space Kiwifruit mural painted in…
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…
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…
Find inspiration with the hottest kitchen trends in 2023
11 Jul 2023
The National Kitchen and Bathroom Association of New Zealand (NKBA) is the leading membership organisation for designers, manufacturers and suppliers in New Zealand. As part of their commitment to showcasing…
Congratulations to our Rock Face Challenge winners:
22 Jun 2023
We are so impressed with all of your amazing and inventive rock faces that you entered in our competition over the last school holidays. With a wonderful range of Resene…
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…
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…
Four delightful DIY ideas for Mother’s Day
26 Apr 2023
Mother's Day is a special occasion to honour and appreciate the mothers and mother figures in our lives. While store-bought gifts can be lovely, there's something extra special about a…
Product of the month: Resene FX Paint Effects Medium
17 Apr 2023
Sometimes more than just a paint finish is required! If your clients are looking for something a little different, or unique, Resene FX Paint Effects Medium can help you to…
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…
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…
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 -…
A balanced blend: Japandi interior
22 Feb 2023
Japandi is a design aesthetic that has gained popularity in recent years, blending the minimalism and functionality of Japanese design with the warmth and cosiness of Scandinavian design. With muted…
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…
Meet the team: Torben Olsen
13 Dec 2022
What do you do at Resene?
I am the Queensland State Manager. No day is the same, and I work with a wide range of clients including architects, designers and resellers.…
Reader roundup: Bright barbiecore and sustainable gifts
17 Nov 2022
habitat readers have been brave and creative this month. In this reader roundup we see our readers trying new techniques with Resene paints and finishes such as colour blocking, going…
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.…
Find inspiration for your next timber project in new habitat plus - wood stains
08 Nov 2022
To achieve biophilic designs, Resene wood stains are one of the best products in every designer’s tool box. Resene Woodsman exterior stains and Resene Colorwood interior stains are just two…
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…
Two fang-tastic Halloween DIYs
27 Oct 2022
Show you’ve got every trick or treat in the book with these eerie-sistible Halloween DIY decorations using materials from around the house. Sustainable and easy, these are boo-tiful touches for…
Women in architecture take centre stage
16 Aug 2022
Architecture fans in Nelson keep an eye out for these engaging exhibitions - A+W NZ Timeline and A+W NZ Tātuhi/Drawing Architecture: Sarah Treadwell Archive.
Taking place from 29th August to 24th September at the Refinery Artspace,…
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…
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…
Gently, Gently: Nearly neutral tones for projects that need a touch of colour
19 Jul 2022
The strong but silent, barely there hues might at first glance seem like they don't have as much personality as bold, richer shades.
But don't be deceived; these colours are subtle,…
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…
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…
Five contemporary yet classic wall colours to try now
18 May 2022
Sometimes your client’s colour goals can feel contradictory. They don’t want their wall colours to be so trendy that they fall out of style a year or two down the…
Ema Frost's unforgettable elephants
07 Apr 2022
Artist Ema Frost is passionate about transporting her viewers to another world through her paintings and sculptures. Resene paints in soft pinks, blues and greens allow her to do just…
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…
Pale and interesting – neutrals that add subtle colour to a room
12 Jan 2022
White is the most popular colour when it comes to painting your home, but it’s far from the only choice when looking for a pale and interesting colour. There are…
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…
A vote for good sorts with green fingers!
25 Nov 2021
NZ Gardener magazine’s hunt for the best of the green-fingered good sorts is closing soon, but you can still vote for one of the five finalists up to the last…
Resene Total Colour Awards 2021 winners announced
22 Nov 2021
In Resene’s 75th year, it seems fitting that the latest Resene Total Colour Awards have been a true celebration of all things colour. From neutral to bright, pastel to weathered,…
Remarkable renovations and living rough: The Property Hillbillies share their journey
27 Oct 2021
Taking on a home relocation is no easy feat, add dwindling funds, DIY renovations and living rough out of a caravan into the mix and you have Ryan and Ashley’s…
Stop and square: Artist Caroline della Porta colours outside the lines
16 Sep 2021
Artist Caroline della Porta got her start as an illustrator for London newspapers in the 1980s creating fast and furious work for tight newspaper deadlines. More than three decades later…
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…
Flight path: Meet the artist turning bicycle tubes into fabulous feathers
11 Aug 2021
Elaine Grant-Dolby’s feather jewellery is taking flight across the country. Her iridescent works, created from upcycled bicycle tubes, are soaring to new heights with a splash of Resene paint and…
A splash course in colour: Three ways to make blue cosy
08 Jul 2021
During these wintery days, there’s no need to feel blue – colour your walls with the colour instead! We’re putting our own spin on the winter blues, making them cosier…
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…
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…
The 2021 Colour Forecast according to the ArchiPro design community
16 Feb 2021
At the end of 2020, ArchiPro teamed up with Resene and cast its net far and wide to get insight from the local design community on what colours are poised…
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…
We were wowed from home by the Resene Total Colour Award 2020 winners
10 Nov 2020
In a challenging year, the entrants for the Resene Total Colour Award winners have shown the power of colour and creativity to change space, mood and emotions. From new builds…
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…
DIY mountain coat hooks
07 Oct 2020
Create your own snow-capped mountain range with these charming yet practical coat hooks in your choice of Resene shades. Keep them classic with white tops and a rocky-coloured based, colour…
How a passion for colour and décor inspired this local creative business
15 Jul 2020
It’s fair to say that Julie has always been destined for a colourful life, having shown a talent and passion for the creative industries since she was young. Fast forward…
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:…
Custom Resene colours make Paperbird the crown jewel of Potts Point
01 May 2020
There is no need to mince words – Sonia van der Haar of Lymesmith is quite simply a master of colour. Last year, the award-winning designer’s keen eye was brought…
One down, one to go
28 Mar 2013
A lively charity auction was held in Carterton in the
Wairarapa last weekend with a number if items for sale including two houses and
a car. Paint for the houses was donated…
Most popular colours
06 Aug 2014
It’s no surprise that the biggest selling Resene colours are mostly neutrals. But even so, there is constant jostling within these hues, as shown with the announcement of the 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…
Hayley takes autumn colour into the kitchen
05 May 2016
Designer Hayley French turns to the kitchen for autumn colour:
The seasons change and as they do they bring new colours and feelings.
With each season’s end we welcome the next, and are…
Sallyanne’s work-from-home solutions
01 Jun 2016
Interior designer Sallyanne Prudence asks what colours work best in personal creative spaces like a home office.
Working from home is increasingly popular but for good productivity, your workspace needs to…
Sallyanne’s coastal colour creation
14 Jul 2016
Interior designer Sallyanne Prudence chooses coastal colour over a more classic nautical look. She explains:
A home by the coast conjures up a particular mood – a relaxed, comfortable lifestyle, water views…
Heritage Rescue: Cromwell revived
11 Aug 2016
From gold rushes to hydro-lake drowning, Cromwell has a colourful history and a museum to tell it. But needing to shake off it’s dated colour scheme and disconnected feel, the…
The Resene top 20
31 Aug 2016
Blackened-off whites have taken out the top three spots in the latest release of the Resene Top 20 colour list – colours like Resene Alabaster, Resene Black White and Resene…
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…
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…
Easy DIY: teddy bear print
27 Apr 2017
This is a great project for preserving the memory of a child’s well-loved bear or soft toy. Fleur Thorpe shows us how to create this cute print.
You will need
Fluffy teddy…
Easy DIY: spice jars
24 Aug 2017
Spice up your kitchen bench with these stylish labelled jars, painted in dusky oranges and neutrals from the Resene range.
These jars don't have to be exclusively to hold spices... use them in your…
Honouring child war refugees
07 Sep 2017
Pahiatua is a small town which played a massive part in the aftermath of the Second World War, taking in 700 Polish refugee children as well as another 4000 displaced people…
Peter faces his own reno challenge
19 Oct 2017
Before returning to Three’s The Block NZ earlier this year, the show’s resident building expert Peter ‘The Wolf’ Wolfkamp spent the summer renovating his family's Auckland villa. Peter shares with us his reno diary.
We live in a traditional…
Richard brings the buzz with engaging artworks
02 Nov 2017
As a kid, Richard Macdonald spent a lot of time in and out of hospital, and found himself either drawing, reading or constructing something when he couldn't walk.
This laid the…
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…
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…
Black beauty
27 Jun 2018
There’s something about black exteriors on a new build that’s all at once bold, modern and beautiful. This Taranaki home is no exception, with Resene Woodsman Pitch Black stain on…
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…
The name game
31 Jan 2019
When you look at a paint chart ready to choose a shade to bring your vision to life, have you ever wondered: “Who names all those colours?”
Making up monikers for…
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…
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…
Two simple Christmas crafts to make with your family
11 Dec 2019
Looking for some extra décor to dress up those empty shelves this Christmas? Get the kids involved and spread festive joy with these two child-friendly Christmas DIY projects from Kiwi Families.
Make a…
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…
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…
habitat by Resene magazine issue 32 is on its way
05 Mar 2020
The autumn/winter issue 2020 of habitat by Resene is out now – and it might just be our favourite to date! Featuring a huge range of refreshing ideas from winterising…
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