Off the scale

14 Apr 2026

Produced for ESR Australia and New Zealand (ESR) as part of the company’s “Creative Communities” strategy, 'Chromatic Oscillation' is a large-scale public artwork spanning approximately 2000m2 of warehouse façade in…

Support Epilepsy New Zealand by painting it purple!

05 Mar 2026

Resene is proud to support Epilepsy New Zealand with the Paint It Purple campaign. Purple is the international colour, and lavender the flower, associated with epilepsy.

Around one in 100…

A bolder shade of calm for February

11 Feb 2026

As the year settles into its rhythm, February’s colour alert from Color Marketing Group (CMG) turns toward depth rather than dazzle. Protopia is a dark, thoughtful purple that feels grounding…

Re-living the 1980s through art

04 Feb 2026

Clint C is an artist whose work instantly sparks recognition and joy. Based in Hamilton, he creates bold, sculptural artworks that sit somewhere between pop culture, memory and playful design.…

Favourite finds: Crazy about colour

29 Jan 2026

There’s been plenty of movement towards bold, bright colour in home décor recently, and we’re definitely here for it! While a neutral scheme is timeless, colour can bring energy, personality…

Resene Product of the Month – Resene AquaShield

21 Jan 2026

Resene AquaShield is a high-mineral-content, super-hydrophobic coating offering excellent coverage. It combines the water-repellent properties of silicones with a special surface microstructure, which considerably reduces the contact area for water…

Sunny day DIY painting projects and top tips

06 Jan 2026

It may be the summer holiday break but that doesn’t mean you need to spend the whole time resting on your laurels, especially when it comes to completing those DIY…

New energy for a new year

17 Dec 2025

From a completely different part of the colour wheel to Pantone’s Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, comes the vibrant colour for December from Color Marketing Group (CMG): Wonder.

Described by…

Favourite Finds: Summer fever at home

17 Dec 2025

This month in Favourite Finds we’re bringing you everything light, bright and colourful with our Summer Fever theme of product picks for your home. From blushing pinks to sunshine yellows…

Product of the month: What’s the gloss?

04 Dec 2025

New Resene Waterborne Super Gloss is based on a tough flexible hybrid waterborne-alkyd resin for a durable finish in a wide range of hardwearing areas. It’s a great option for…

Into the woods: Ideas with timber at home

26 Nov 2025

Modern design trends seem to be continually searching for closer connections to our natural environment. Nowhere is that more evident than in our love for wood finishes.

Wood is branching…

Adding character and life to commercial spaces

13 Oct 2025

When Kelly ‘Kell Sunshine’ is on the job, walls become more than just flat surfaces we walk past. They become stories. And they create identity and uniqueness to public spaces.…

Get your outdoor spaces summer ready with these tips and ideas

25 Sep 2025

It’s time to spring into action, so dust off your DIY and maintenance skills! As the weather warms and we come out of hibernation, many of us realise there’s some…

Get ready for NZRealReveals and meet the teams!

18 Sep 2025

NZRenoTok, the breakout social-first renovation series that captivated audiences nationwide, is back for Season Two with a bold new identity. Rebranded as NZRealReveals, the series will now be available across…

Explained: Different paint finishes and where to use them at home

11 Sep 2025

So you know you want blue, or green, or white, in your home, and you’re about to start your amazing home makeover, but there’s one more question to think about……

Thoughtful seascapes with Greta Cole

26 Aug 2025

It’s easy to get lost in Greta Cole’s paintings. The wistful seascape scenes and contrast of colours with Resene’s blues, greens and odd touch of gold leave you captivated.

“The majority…

Crafting commerce: Leveraging this typically domestic design tool could spell big business for your clients

14 Aug 2025

Our world has changed dramatically in a short span of time, especially for clients that run commercial businesses. For many sectors, the increased digitisation of our everyday lives has made…

Walls that bloom with joy

11 Aug 2025

Kelly 'Kell Sunshine' doesn’t just paint walls, she tells stories on them. Her lush, curvaceous murals painted in vibrant Resene hues are a celebration of connection, colour and community, with…

How to make this stylish and glossy towel holder

27 Aug 2025

Upgrade your bathroom with this sleek DIY towel holder, made extra stylish with a coat of new Resene Super Gloss hybrid waterborne-alkyd paint. Known for its mirror-like shine and durable…

Transform an old tyre into a toy shelf

27 Aug 2025

Transform an old tyre into a glossy DIY display shelf using Resene Waterborne Super Gloss paint. This is a fun upcycling project for kids’ rooms, playrooms or garage walls.

 

You will…

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…

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…

The artistic world of ArtFull Studio

29 May 2025

Ladan's artistry is a beautiful blend of personal expression, texture and timeless materials. With over 12 years of experience in interior design, painting and sculpture, she brings a modern twist…

Product of the month: Resene plant-based paints

12 May 2025

It’s great to see the demand for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions in construction and design continue to grow, and plant-based paints are now emerging as a compelling choice for architects,…

Award-winning holiday home documentary opens Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival

12 May 2025

After four years of filming, the journey of the Chodge, a multiple award-winning holiday home, opened the Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival in Auckland this May.  

Directed by Graeme Murray,…

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…

Get ready for Open Christchurch 2025

07 Apr 2025

Open Christchurch 2025 celebrates Ōtautahi’s most exceptional architecture and design, which contribute to its rich sense of place and makes for a vibrant city.

This year’s festival, presented by Te Pūtahi…

Riding the creative wave: Greg’s handcrafted surfboards

27 Mar 2025

Greg Anderson has always had a creative streak, shaped by a background in painting and decorating. Starting his journey with an apprenticeship under his father in the 1990s, Greg learned…

Hook, line and seagull: DIY hooks

20 Feb 2025

Give your home or bach a coastal twist with these charming seagull hooks – a fun and functional DIY that brings a touch of the seaside to your space. Whether…

What’s it called? From fascias to soffits and cladding – learn the features of your home!

22 Jan 2025

When decorating or renovating your home, it’s important to know what each part is called so you can make the best possible design choices that accentuate your home’s unique architecture…

Kitchen and bathroom trends

22 Jan 2025

The National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA) have released the latest kitchen and bathroom trends for the year ahead. Whether you follow what’s trending or not, there’s no denying that…

Building belonging: Josh Sanoria’s award-winning Queeriosities

14 Jan 2025

Josh Sanoria, a Master of Architecture student at Victoria University of Wellington, is redefining inclusivity in architecture. His thesis, Queeriosities of Space, explores queer spaces in the Philippines and Aotearoa…

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,…

A bold fusion: Tim Christie’s Yogallery transformed

08 Jan 2025

Nestled in the heart of Te Aro, Wellington, Yogallery has undergone a stunning transformation, thanks to artist Tim Christie. This ambitious refurbishment not only brought the 100-year-old building up to…

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…

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…

JOLT partners with two Resene ColorShops to offer free EV (electric vehicle) charging

09 Dec 2024

JOLT, a leading provider of free, fast electric vehicle (EV) charging, has partnered with two Resene ColorShops to bring its innovative chargers to key locations in Auckland at the Resene…

Get free EV charging while you’re in store at these two Resene ColorShops

05 Dec 2024

JOLT, a leading provider of free, fast electric vehicle (EV) charging, has strategically partnered with Resene ColorShops to bring its innovative chargers to key locations in Auckland, including Wairau and…

Whakawhitinga: A mural of passage and connection at the Dunedin School of Art

07 Nov 2024

At Dunedin School of Art, artist Sarah Viault’s mural ‘Whakawhitinga’ brings to life a profound message of heritage, intergenerational connection and ecological balance. Using an array of vibrant Resene hues,…

Spruce up your bedroom with the new Resene Living duvet range

30 Oct 2024

The right colour combination can create a harmonious and relaxing space in your bedroom, and we’ve got just the tips to help you create that relaxing and stylish retreat. The…

Paint It Orange and raise money for Arthritis New Zealand

30 Oct 2024

Give your home an optimistic feeling with a splash of orange, in the same way the Resene Paint it Orange campaign aims to brighten up the day of those suffering…

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…

School holiday boredom busters

25 Sep 2024

If you’re looking for something to keep the kids busy with over the holidays, check out these three super cool DIY ideas! The kids might need your help to gather…

Branch out with this gorgeous DIY plant stand

17 Sep 2024

Add a Scandi touch to your home with this DIY plant stand. It’s super easy to make and will give your plants a brand new home. Keep your design natural…

Resene Webinar: Silicon Resin Emulsion Paint

13 Aug 2024

Join Resene Central Region Specifier Services Manager Craig Ell on Thursday 29th August from 1-2pm (NZST) to discuss silicon resin emulsion paint.  

All are welcome to attend – specifiers, designers, colour experts,…

Show off your skills as a property investor and win!

13 Aug 2024

The NZ Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) is excited to announce the return of its prestigious Awards, in partnership with Resene and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).   

These…

Me time – how to make your own book and glasses stand

26 Sep 2024

Never lose your place again with this easy book holder. Not only is it super simple to make and super practical for your book, the inside of this smart design…

A big kid at heart and as colourful as her creations

31 Jul 2024

JiL Sergent never liked having her hair brushed. A toddler with itchy feet and busy hands, JiL would only succumb to her mum’s attempts if given an envelope and colouring…

Hangin' with the best: DIY tea towel holder

26 Jun 2024

Having a place to hang up your tea towels or market bags will never go amiss in your home. This very simple DIY peg holder is super quick to make…

Garden glow up 2026: Show us your outdoor oasis competition terms and conditions

habitat by Resene Garden Glow Up Competition 2026 Terms and Conditions:

Information on how to enter and the prize(s) form part of these terms and conditions. By participating, entrants agree 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…

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…

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…

Do your bit to help our planet this World Environment Day

28 May 2024

The biggest day for our environment is almost here!  World Environment Day on 5 June, led by the United Nations Environment Programme, will see dozens of countries and millions of…

A playful tribute: Dannika’s art brings joy and history to Memorial Park

28 May 2024

Memorial Park has long been a cherished space for the community in Te Awamutu. Recently, the playground in the park has undergone a vibrant transformation, thanks to the artistic talents…

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…

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…

Nurturing learning through colour and design

07 May 2024

A new mural, titled ‘Poipoia te kākano kia puawai’ was recently unveiled at the Creative Corner Early Learning Centre in Parkside, Timaru.

The early education centre was one of ten winners…

Renowned local artist completes educational mural for rural school

24 Apr 2024

Hawkes Bay artist Stan Mans recently completed a new mural at rural Pākōwhai School, titled We're More Than Just Apples.

Pākōwhai School was one of ten winners in this year's Keep…

Restoring memories: A bath with a colourful new life

17 Apr 2024

Within a heritage-listed homestead, amidst the serene beauty of nature, lay a unique piece of furniture with a touching story of love, loss and cherished memories. What once was an…

Te Pūtahi releases programme for the festival of architectural excellence: Open Christchurch 2024

08 Apr 2024

Open Christchurch 2024, supported by Resene, celebrates some of Christchurch’s best architecture and special spaces that contribute to Ōtautahi’s sense of place.

This year’s festival, taking place 3-5 May, highlights a…

Celebrating creativity and innovation with Vjekoslav Nemesh

04 Apr 2024

From winning the Auckland Art Battle to his latest exhibition, Metallica, which uses an array of Resene Metallic shades and is currently on display at Art on the Quay in…

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…

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…

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…

Support Epilepsy New Zealand and Paint it Purple!

06 Mar 2024

Resene is proud to support Epilepsy New Zealand with Paint It Purple, a fundraiser where Resene donates $1 from every 60ml purple testpot sold in March at Resene owned ColorShops…

Potluck perfection: DIY cutlery caddy

15 Feb 2024

Make summer entertaining easy with this DIY terracotta pot cutlery caddy. This is super easy to make and so useful. Best of all, you can paint it to match your…

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…

Spruce up your garden with these DIY totem poles

24 Jan 2024

If you are wanting to jazz up some plant pots or create a feature in your garden then why not give these wooden garden totems a go? These are simple…

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…

Meet the team: Sam Brough

22 Jan 2024

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

My main role within Resene is on the Technical Advice team. I currently receive and answer queries that come…

A splash of pot-tential: DIY pot and saucer bird bath

30 Apr 2026

If your garden is a haven for birds then this fun bird bath project could be worth a try. Not only will you save some money on a store bought…

Kids boredom busters: Keep them busy over the holidays

20 Dec 2023

Running out of ideas to entertain the kids? Try some of our colourful and most popular ideas with the help of Resene paints and colours to keep them busy while…

Get ready for an electrifying night at Art Battle this month!

13 Dec 2023

Artists and colour lovers… are you ready?

The planet’s biggest live painting competition, Art Battle, is held across 60+ cities worldwide. It’s now here in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland where you can…

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!…

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…

Award-winning mural unveiled in Rangiora

14 Nov 2023

Artist Mel Eaton has unveiled her award-winning mural titled ‘Floating with Whio’ in Dudley Park, Rangiora, Canterbury. Mel was one of ten winners from across the country who took out…

Dannika Tukua: Painting New Zealand's beauty

14 Nov 2023

Dannika Tukua is a Kiwi artist with a unique flair, blending her love for the New Zealand environment and its charismatic creatures with a dash of nostalgia from her childhood.…

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…

Elly's Design: Crafting childhood milestones and memories with colour

01 Nov 2023

Elena Husband, the mastermind behind Elly's Design, is a talented artist who creates whimsical height charts using Resene paints, adding a dash of colour and a touch of personalisation to…

Don’t miss Art Battle: Get charged up for another electrifying night of live, pulse-pounding art on Thursday 2nd November!

25 Oct 2023

Art Battle is the planet’s biggest live painting competition - across 60+ cities worldwide. And now it’s here in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland - as the artists are battling their way…

Don’t miss the Kiwi Art Trail 2023!

17 Oct 2023

Kiwi have returned to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland! From 9th October – 3rd November, 20 amazing New Zealand artists are giving kiwi their colour back.

The 2023 Kiwi Art Trail brings a…

Bright ideas in a wooden bowl: A stylish DIY pendant for your home

02 Sep 2023

Let there be bowl-ight! This charming pendant is both rustic and chic, and the best part is, you can make it using those old wooden bowls in the back of…

NZ Photographer of the Year 2023 finalists capture colour and soul through the lens

14 Sep 2023

Choosing favourites is a hard job when it comes to the New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year Awards, and with over 8,000 entries this year it was clear just…

NZ Photographer of the Year 2023 finalists capture colour and soul through the lens

11 Sep 2023

Choosing favourites is a hard job when it comes to the New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year Awards, and with over 8,000 entries this year it was clear just…

Art Battle Auckland’s first Spotlight artist Kelly Williams is stepping up to the canvas once again

14 Sep 2023

Kelly’s first exposure to the Art Battle audiences involved creating a 40”x40” canvas over the course of three hours and producing a piece that was full of attitude – this…

Enter the Resene Colour Home Awards 2023/24 now!

30 Aug 2023

Have you used Resene paint at your place? Entries are now open for the Resene and Your Home and Garden Colour Home Awards and you could win a whopping $5000! 

We…

Merel’s murals: Transforming empty spaces into art

15 Aug 2023

New Zealand, with its breath-taking landscapes and vibrant art scene, has long been a source of inspiration for creative souls. One such artist is Merel Ijpelaar, an artist whose journey…

Reader roundup: Bright school murals, Hampton’s inspired rooms and drumming with Resene

15 Aug 2023

We love seeing what our readers create with the help of Resene paints and products. We have spotted some great creations from the last couple of months, from freshly painted…

Art Battle: Get charged up for another electrifying Thursday night of live, pulse-pounding art on Thursday 10th August! 

02 Aug 2023

Art Battle is the planet’s biggest live painting competition - across 60+ cities worldwide. And now it’s here in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland - as the artists battle through the heats…

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…

Get ‘reddy’ and DIY this July!

19 Jul 2023

This July we are supporting Red Nose Day, where every red testpot bought from Resene owned ColorShops (NZ) means a $1 donation to CureKids.

CureKids use the donations they receive to…

Enter your best rural project and win with the Colour the Country Competition!

19 Jul 2023

Resene and Farmlands are on the hunt for the country’s best rural Resene projects. Send in your photos and the stories behind your kitchen, shed, barn or bedroom – anything…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Product of the month: Resene Wintergrade Additive

07 Jun 2023

Painting in winter can be a challenge with the cold weather playing havoc with application and performance of standard paints. With a little Resene Wintergrade Additive you can winterise your…

Diving into the dark sea: Sam Mathers' captivating artistry

07 Jun 2023

Sam Mathers work is heavily layered, textured, weatherbeaten and extremely remarkable, giving his art an organic rough look, and the onlooker a sense of wonder. Where you may see paint…

Get DIYing with MasterStroke by Resene

17 May 2023

Starting a new project around the house and not sure where to begin? Enter MasterStroke by Resene – the ultimate online destination to help you master your paint and decorating…

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…

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…

The habitat team’s favourite Resene shades

29 Mar 2023

Whether we are painting, recommending or writing about them, the habitat team know a thing or two about Resene paint colours. With thousands of stunning shades, it is hard to…

Check out this ‘pawsome’ art trail in Auckland

23 Mar 2023

Paws for Purpose is an interactive art trail and auction, raising funds for Blind Low Vision NZ, a guide dog charity based in Auckland. The sculptures are based on the…

Reader roundup: Beachy murals, time traveller living rooms and Resene letterboxes

15 Mar 2023

The new year brings new ideas, and our readers have been busy creating all sorts of wonders with Resene paints. From abstract paintings to moody lounges and upcycled wagons, we…

Get your creative juices ‘growing’ with these DIY wire allium flowers

15 Mar 2023

If your flowers are out of bloom, add some colour with these gorgeous DIY wire alliums. The bright violet of Resene Kingfisher Daisy will look great amongst your greenery, but…

Product of the month: Resene Lumbersider

10 Mar 2023

We ask a lot from exterior paint, having to withstand the natural elements all year round. If you’re looking for a low sheen waterborne paint that will stay looking great…

Day in the life: A Resene Colour Consultant

08 Mar 2023

If you’re wondering what it’s like to work at Resene, we are starting a series where you can learn more about the different roles within our colourful family owned company.…

This artist has an eye for detail

08 Mar 2023

In the South Island of New Zealand, artist Wicksey is creating breath-taking works of art that are transforming the public spaces in his town. With the help of the Resene…

Paint it purple to support Epilepsy New Zealand

02 Mar 2023

Resene is proud to support Epilepsy New Zealand with Paint It Purple, a fundraiser where Resene donates $1 from every 60ml purple testpot sold in March at Resene owned ColorShops…

Meet the team: Andrew Soutter

10 Feb 2023

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

My role is Senior Protective Coatings Representative. I deal mainly with blasting and coating shops, and I provide technical…

Artist George Rose brings us abstract, vibrant energy

08 Feb 2023

George Rose has been a creative from a young age and has explored many avenues to find where her passion and freedom to express lays in the art world. From…

Rugby legends come to the Clubhouse Rescue

01 Feb 2023

Follow along former All Blacks and reno rookies Stephen Donald and Israel Dagg as they makeover and transform community sports’ clubs from old to gold in a new television series,…

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…

Is now a good time to build?

20 Dec 2022

Story by Master Builders

You might be wondering whether now is a good time to build or renovate. One thing that is clear and that experts agree on, is if…

Reader round-up: A Resene Christmas, colourful plant pots and Pacific story painting

14 Dec 2022

We always love to see what our readers are doing and how they use Resene products. We are so happy to see the Christmas spirit shining through with Resene paints…

Corey Harbrow paints a clear picture on keeping our sea clean

14 Dec 2022

You might not ‘sea’ it at first, but Canterbury artist Corey Harbrow’s sea creature mural has a hidden message. The bright Resene colours may have helped him make these easily-recognisable…

The top colour trends that are going to be a big deal in 2023

13 Dec 2022

If there is one thing a fresh calendar signifies, it’s a chance to shake things up. Despite the monumental societal and culture changes that the past few years have brought,…

Nikki Kettle bringing colour to people’s homes through her ‘shelf-made’ products

08 Dec 2022

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most effective.  Nikki Kettle knew her colourful shelves and crafts were a hit when her Instagram inbox started filling up with requests. Her floating…

Im-peck-able chicken coops

01 Dec 2022

When it comes to sprucing up your chicken coop it doesn’t hurt to add some colour and flair and make your chicken’s home egg-stra special. We think the chickens won’t…

Tiny but terrific: Three tiny homes that caught our eye

17 Nov 2022

All good things come in small packages and there is no exception in the NZ Tiny House Awards.

The awards, which were held at the Tiny House Expo at Manukau’s Due…

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…

An unique opportunity to open the doors of some of Auckland’s most stylish homes

27 Oct 2022

Some of the most stylish colourful and stylish homes in Devonport are opening their doors for several good causes. Tickets are on sale for Houses of Devonport is a house…

Banish boredom these school holidays: Two tiny fairy doors to try

05 Oct 2022

Let your kids open the door to their imagination and be transported to a fairytale land these school holidays by creating fairy doors. Attach your fairy doors to trees, fences…

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.…

Entries open for nature-based urban design contest

14 Sep 2022

Do you have a passion for design nature-based urban centres while empowering indigenous people?

Calling all design professionals, youth and members of the public to enter the NUWAO (Nature-based Urban design…

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…

Design made simple: Try out furniture in your own home with the new Target Furniture inspiAR feature

10 Aug 2022

Decision paralysis - we’ve all been there. That feeling when you fall in love with a piece of furniture but you’re slightly hesitant about how it will fit into your…

International rower turned SIPS specialist Tonia Williams shares her oar-inspiring designs

19 Jul 2022

Once known for her finesse and ability as a rower on the world stage, Tonia Williams is following in the footsteps of her architect father by creating covetable homes.

Architecture resonated…

“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…

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…

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…

This Australian artist’s work is inspired by humour and the natural world

26 May 2022

Fiona Groom’s love for all creatures furry, feathered and gilled is clear looking at her artwork. Realistic zebras, emus, frogs and dogs in great sizes look out at their viewers…

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…

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…

Are you the next New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year?

18 May 2022

The country’s most popular photographic event, the New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year, encompasses a competition, exhibition, audience voting and awards night – and entries are now open. With…

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…

Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival 2022 begins

05 May 2022

Take a peek into the lives and works of textile artists, architects and designers worldwide. An inspiring curation of films will be touring Aotearoa from 5 May to 22 June,…

One million native trees planted with Trees That Count

29 Apr 2022

Trees That Count has officially planted one million native trees across Aotearoa. The organisation provides a place for all New Zealanders to fund or gift native trees. Resene and Resene…

Share your projects now to be in to win at the 2022 Resene Total Colour Awards

19 Apr 2022

Have a newly completed project finished in Resene paints, colours or stains? Architects, designers, builders, students, artists and creatives across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands are invited to…

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…

How to do a new build the right way: Wei and Emily’s building blog

14 Apr 2022

Building ideas with Master Builders

Building a home or doing a major renovation is a big deal –  it can often seem intimidating, especially in these uncertain times. But for Wellington's…

Explore unique architecture with Open Christchurch

06 Apr 2022

Ever wanted to go behind the doors of some of Christchurch’s most innovative pieces of architecture? Now’s your chance. Resene is proud to be a sponsor of the Open Christchurch…

Support Epilepsy NZ with Purple Day

24 Mar 2022

Want to support Epilepsy NZ and get the kids involved? Now’s your chance. It’s Purple Day on March 26th, and it’s competition time at Epilepsy NZ. They have an awesome…

The mall café that makes the case for being a horse of a different colour

22 Mar 2022

When you think about the design and ambiance of the place where you grab your daily cuppa, it likely fits into one of two categories: neutral hipster-esque minimalism or quirky…

Soak in Wellington's architectural gems with this handy new walking guide

21 Mar 2022

You can’t beat Wellington on a good day, they say – and what better pandemic-friendly way to spend one than taking a guided walking tour focused on highlighting the capital…

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…

Nominate a student or apprentice today for NZIOB’s exciting new national awards programme

18 Mar 2022

The New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB) has been running regional student awards programmes across the Northern, Central and Southern regions for many years, with some dating back to the…

Pot plants brought to life with Auckland artist’s intricate paintings

09 Mar 2022

Celine is taking terracotta pots to the next level with Resene paint colours. Monsteras, maidenhairs, peace lilies and cacti across the country are enjoying new terracotta homes adorned with flora.

Based…

Paint It Purple for Epilepsy New Zealand

03 Mar 2022

Did you know one in 100 people suffer from epilepsy, the most common symptom being recurring seizures? When properly diagnosed and treated 70% of New Zealanders with epilepsy will live…

Grand Casino Dunedin interior retrofit ups the ante and scores big

22 Feb 2022

Located on the first floor of the Scenic Hotel Southern Cross building, the Grand Casino Dunedin is not your typical gaming locale. Originally named the Grand Hotel, it was built…

Belinda Edmunds reflects on her varied career and an award-winning project

22 Feb 2022

In a time when women in architecture were far too few in number, Belinda Edmunds was trailblazing. She hails from Blackheath, London where, as a child, she was always making…

Big ideas for teeny houses: Pro tips from a miniature artist

17 Feb 2022

As anybody entering the Resene Teeny House competition will know, a smaller interior decorating canvas doesn’t mean a scaling down of the materials you can, or want to use.

For experienced…

Three easy projects to show your love this Valentine’s Day

10 Feb 2022

Valentine’s DIY Project: 3D Heart Frame

Show your love this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful heart art frame. Reuse old picture frames and write little love messages for your beloved for…

Enter your project now for this year’s NAWIC Excellence Awards

25 Jan 2022

1 July 2022 will mark the celebration of the 2022 National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Excellence Awards. The annual awards programme aims to honour the achievements of women…

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,…

Are you in with ‘out’sulation?

24 Jan 2022

Thermal insulation is hands-down one of the most important decisions made in achieving an energy-efficient and sustainable project. A well-insulated building provides year-round comfort for its occupants, costs less to…

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…

There’s still time to enter the Resene Home Colour Awards 2022

09 Dec 2021

Is your splashback a Resene colour splash? Does your feature wall feature vibrant Resene colour? Get your entry in for Your Home and Garden magazine’s Resene Home Colour Awards 2022…

2021 New Zealand Architecture Awards winners announced

07 Dec 2021

Two social housing projects, transportable tiny houses for at-risk youth, a Christchurch Kōhanga Reo and a ‘build to rent’ development were among the winners at the prestigious 2021 New Zealand…

Bryce Carleton on his niche career that’s been more than 30 years in the making

07 Dec 2021

Behind the lens of every styled image that’s been created especially for BlackWhite magazine, you’ll find Bryce Carleton. For the better part of a decade, he’s also taken the lion’s…

Colour of fashion: Jordan Tay's winning style

03 Dec 2021

Jordan Tay with his winning design in Resene Smashing. Each year undergrads in their final year at Whitecliffe Fashion Tech in Auckland and Wellington are tasked to design, make and…

Resene ColorShops top of the list in Reader’s Digest awards

02 Dec 2021

Reader’s Digest has named the businesses voted best in category by consumers- and we’re proud to say Resene ColorShops are the winner of the best Paint and Decorating Store.

 The annual…

Colour of Fashion winner inspired by parents' renovation

02 Dec 2021

Whitecliffe student designer Jordan Tay chose Resene Smashing, a bold pure red, as the colour for his deconstructed red pantsuit – racing off the competition to win the Whitecliffe and…

Resene nature murals now on display around New Zealand

02 Dec 2021

Three new winning murals in the Keep New Zealand Beautiful’s Resene Nature Murals Competition 2021 are now complete. The Resene Nature Murals Competition is part of the Paint New Zealand…

Hot tips for painting in summer

25 Nov 2021

We ask a lot of exterior paint. It has to stand up to sunlight and ultraviolet (U.V.) radiation, water and moisture, and temperature changes. Higher quality exterior paints from Resene…

Paint It Orange: Learn more about arthritis and how to create a home that assists you  

18 Nov 2021

 Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in New Zealand and this year Resene is running Paint It Orange to support the crucial work done by Arthritis New…

Win with the Consumer Tick

18 Nov 2021

One lucky person will win big this Christmas with an incredible prize pack valued at $10,000 up for grabs, thanks to Consumer NZ and some of Aotearoa’s top-performing brands including…

The divas are coming to Nelson in Ynes Guevara’s latest art exhibition

11 Nov 2021

Playful colours and geometric shapes are at the crux of Ynes Guevara’s latest exhibition, Divas. “Divas depicts Latin divas who, in their golden years, were admired for their aesthetics, becoming…

A fresh paint colour marks a historic church’s transition to new use

09 Nov 2021

On a prominent corner in the centre of Dunedin stands the former Moray Place Congregational Church. First opened for worship in 1864, it is one of the oldest buildings still…

Aaron Jones’ stylish small spaces are turning heads

09 Nov 2021

Aaron Jones developed his passion for design and construction as a small boy, where he got to witness his builder dad hard at work and watch buildings take shape from…

Artist Aurora Campbell’s gripping new mural joins Melbourne ‘gallery alley’

09 Nov 2021

Leading inward from the corner of Melbourne’s Elizabeth and LaTrobe streets, you’ll find a laneway called Ella. Though it’s brimming with plenty of popular eateries and shops, the alley is…

Paint doors, furniture and walls for Resene Paint It Orange and raise money for Arthritis New Zealand

04 Nov 2021

A splash of orange can give your home an optimistic feeling and in the same way the Resene Paint it Orange campaign aims to brighten up the day of those…

A new Wellington art activation invites children to explore their dream house

04 Nov 2021

A bright, wonky and out of scale home has become the perfect prompt to get Wellington tamariki’s imagination flowing while they play. Capital E’s PlayHQ has unveiled their newest art…

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…

Framed Alive: Artist Kirsty Glasgow is planting and painting the scene

21 Oct 2021

With a handful of succulents in one hand and a paintbrush in the other, Kirsty Glasgow is creating art that lives and breathes. Kirsty’s homegrown succulents thrive inside picture frames,…

Celebrate World Ecolabel Day with a splash of Resene paint

14 Oct 2021

Today is World Ecolabel Day and is a chance for us to recognise the ecolabel products and services that have an environmental focus. There’s so much to celebrate with ecolabels,…

Celebrate healthy product choices on World Ecolabel Day

11 Oct 2021

On the second Thursday in October each year, World Ecolabel Day (WED) is celebrated in more than 50 countries. This year, it takes place on Thursday 14 October. It’s a…

Sydney artist Arnie Arnold releases collab collection with Totem Road and Resene

11 Oct 2021

Furniture brand Totem Road and Resene have collaborated with Sydney artist Arnie Arnold on a sustainable art offering that reflects the aesthetics and experience of Australian coastal living.

Founded in 2015…

Order now to snag your copy of the Best Awards Annual 2020

11 Oct 2021

Pre-sales have begun for the Best Awards Annual 2020, proudly presented by the Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ). Slightly delayed (but well worth the wait!), this year's annual has…

Alana Mays’ mystical paintings lift the veil on digital art

30 Sep 2021

Artist Alana Mays is a seamstress of colour. She seamlessly stitches together the mystical and the real, as well as combining digital art and vibrant Resene paint. In her work…

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…

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…

A strong colour connection spells fun at these two splashpads

14 Sep 2021

With warmer weather still on the way and many of us still confined to our homes, letting loose with friends and family at a gorgeous splashpad sounds awfully appealing right…

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…

NZIOB awards recognises this year’s most successful building projects

13 Sep 2021

The New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB) has been running an annual awards programme since 1994. Proudly sponsored by Resene, the New Zealand Building Industry Awards focuses on acknowledging and…

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…

Three ways to colour your kid’s bedroom with the Resene Kidz bedlinen range

09 Sep 2021

The Resene Kidz bedlinen range is back with some fabulous, tufted duvet covers perfect to brighten up your kid’s bedroom. Made of pure cotton, these duvets offer softness and breathability…

Growing with paint: First nature mural unveiled

26 Aug 2021

Faye Chadburn’s award-winning mural, ‘Circalunar Rhythm,’ has recently been unveiled on Percy Road opposite Papamoa Beach in Tauranga. The mural is part of Keep New Zealand Beautiful’s Resene Nature Murals…

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…

Colours come to life with Resene Living’s new scent-sational range of candles and diffusers

11 Aug 2021

Your favourite colour has just been taken to a whole new level! The Resene Colour Block range has a fabulous new collection of candles and diffusers inspired by vibrant Resene…

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…

5 design hacks for updating your laundry

05 Aug 2021

Laundries are one of the most functional spaces in the home, but they can also be a great place to experiment with design and colour. With a few easy design…

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…

Marshmallows and sunshine: Artist Christine Donaldson’s colourful treats

22 Jul 2021

Most people return from their exotic holidays ladened with pictures of people, landscapes and food. Christine Donaldson comes back with colours. She has crossed oceans and traversed lands as far…

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…

Re-loved: Rescuing pieces of the past

08 Jul 2021

Serial upcycler Sarah has healing hands. Through her business, Re-loved she brings scratched, scarred broken and damaged antique furniture back to life with tenderness and care and Resene paint.  

A…

Rainer and the dragon: A magical tale of an artist with a small brush and big dreams

01 Jul 2021

Artist Rainer Kozik is a wizard with the paintbrush, crafting magical landscapes and brewing up whimsical stories. Growing up amongst medieval castles and villages in his hometown of Traunstein, Bavaria,…

Celebrate Matariki with this cluster of DIY ideas

01 Jul 2021

Celebrate the stars this Matariki with this roundup of easy DIY tips and tricks that will have your home looking out of this world. With ideas for the whole family,…

Growing a dream: Alegra’s flowerpots delight with colour

17 Jun 2021

In 2020 an idea for a creative business was taking root in Nataly Castano’s head.  Her green-fingered business, Alegra, sees her creating handmade miniature concrete planters painted in vibrant Resene…

NAWIC celebrates significant contributions to the construction sector

14 Jun 2021

Each year, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) holds the NAWIC Excellence Awards to celebrate the amazing women in the construction industry. This year saw a record number of…

Somewhere beyond the sea: Artist Noila Souza’s paintings go with the flow

10 Jun 2021

Artist Noila Souza has crossed oceans to come to New Zealand, and she’s a dab hand at painting them too. More than 12,000 kilometres away from her home in Brazil,…

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…

Green-spiration: Trees That Count does un-beleafable good work

09 Jun 2021

Get painting and planting to support a good cause when you go green this June. For World Environment Day 2021, Resene is running a Paint it Green campaign where they…

Terrific transformation: A shoebox project with a twist

03 Jun 2021

The humble shoebox has been transformed into interior inspo with the Resene Dream Room in a Shoebox competition. People around the country dove deep into their cupboards to find old…

The lovely bones: Artist Bruce Mahalski’s skeletons and skulls intrigue and delight

03 Jun 2021

Museum owner Bruce Mahalski has art in his bones. Quite literally – Bruce, who is not only the owner and director of the Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery but is…

3 tips for using lime chip in your courtyard and garden

27 May 2021

 

Lime chip is a great contrasting colour to greenery and looks smart when paired with a dark fence. For contrasting fence colours try Resene Woodsman Crowshead wood stain or Resene…

Create a nature mural and win!

27 May 2021

Entries are now open for the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Resene Nature Murals competition. This competition is a great opportunity for artists to transform a little part of New Zealand…

Meet ‘Buggyrobot’ Martin Horspool and his quirky characters

28 May 2021

Is it a bird, is it a plane – no it’s artist Martin Horspool aka Buggyrobot. Characters from pop culture such as the Man of Steel and Minnie Mouse are…

Fascias, Finials and Fretwork: Learn the features of a heritage home

20 May 2021

This country is home to 85,000 villas, most of which are yet to be upgraded or renovated, according to Renovate NZ. When wandering down any given road, it’s hard not…

Immortalising New Zealand: Brigita Botma’s murals with a message

20 May 2021

Artist Brigita Botma is on a mission to beautify New Zealand, one wall at a time. With over 30 murals under her belt, Brigita’s intricate and moving works are created…

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…

Sneak a peek inside Woods Agency with DINZ

05 May 2021

Ever wanted to take a gander inside the offices of some of your industry colleagues? DINZ is offering a unique opportunity to have a sneak peek inside some of New…

Call for entries for the Best Design Awards 2021

05 May 2021

Brought to you by The Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ), The Best Design Awards is an annual showcase of excellence in graphic, spatial, product, digital and motion design along…

Connect with the industry at the Asian Construction Expo

05 May 2021

The Asian Constriction Expo is a great way to connect with people from all across the industry. Bring along your friends and colleagues who work in building, construction or design…

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…

Will you be the Photographer of the Year in 2021?

04 May 2021

The country’s richest and most popular photographic event, New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year encompasses a competition, exhibition, audience voting and awards night. Entries for the 2021 competition are…

Mother’s Day gift ideas to help you shop local

22 Apr 2021

Mum’s the word when it comes to these creative gift ideas. We’ve gathered some fabulous local artisans and small businesses together in one place to help you support local and…

Colour in the winter vegetable garden begins with the right mix

14 Apr 2021

When the cool winter days roll around, it’s great to enliven the garden with vegetables that have brightly coloured leaves. Plant silverbeet ‘Brightlights’ for its striking red, pink and yellow…

Best Design Award winners talk product, the value of design at this upcoming event

12 Apr 2021

The Designers Institute New Zealand’s Best Design Awards are a major feature of the local design calendar, and some of last year's winners are touring the country to offer first-hand…

Enter now to win a colourful award

12 Apr 2021

Resene is on the hunt for creative and colourful projects finished in Resene paints and colours in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Have you completed a project with…

Win a pair of tickets to the Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival

12 Apr 2021

Celebrating its 10th year, the annual Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival is fast approaching – and we have 15 pairs of tickets to give away to our lucky readers.

This…

ECNZ specs recognised as WELL Building Institute equivalents

12 Apr 2021

Environmental Choice New Zealand, the country’s official environmental label, has announced that five of its specifications have qualified as International WELL Building Institute equivalents – including its paint specification.

Recognised by architects, engineers…

Street artists transform Whanganui into a work of art with local festival

12 Nov 2021

Seven of New Zealand’s most prominent street artists made a splash in downtown Whanganui, transforming the town into an open-air gallery. No canvas was too large at the Whanganui Walls…

Artist’s designs soar to new heights with playfully painted native bird jewellery

31 Mar 2021

Artist Felicity Meade has us all aflutter with her playful jewellery pieces. Inspired by kiwiana, her wooden necklaces and brooches have taken flight across New Zealand.

“My work is inspired by…

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…

Hāwera turns over a new leaf with mystical mural

24 Mar 2021

In Hāwera, artist Lotte Hawley is creating something magical on a 30-metre-long wall. Using Resene paint for this fun and epic project, Lotte created a page turning mural called Discover…

Bold and artistic updates to keep your bedroom colourful

25 Mar 2021

When embracing your artistic side, don’t feel limited to the canvas. Bring modern art to life in your bedroom with the bold brushstrokes of Resene Living’s new range of duvet…

Bluff’s mural festival makes a splash with fifteen fabulous artworks

18 Mar 2021

Bluff is making waves with South Sea Spray Motupōhue Festival, the largest mural movement in Southland’s history. In February, fifteen of New Zealand’s finest artists took to the streets for…

The Interior Awards needs your help to name New Zealand’s Designer of the Decade

15 Mar 2021

The Interior Awards has been celebrating New Zealand's most innovative interiors for 10 years. To honour this, they’re looking to name New Zealand’s designer of the decade, as voted by…

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…

This free CPD event will get you thinking about design for wellbeing

15 Mar 2021

With New Zealand’s design industry more innovative and globally aware than ever before, finding time to keep up with the market can be a challenge. The Design Experience Series makes…

Create your own animal lolly jars

03 Mar 2021

Insert a bit of farmyard fun into the kitchen or kids’ bedroom by creating animal storage jars, perfect for squirreling away lollies, buttons or bits and bobs. These jars also…

Time to renew your Site Safety Passport? Do it online!

16 Feb 2021

Good news! Did you know that you can now get your Site Safety Cards (Passports) anytime, anywhere thanks to Site Safe’s newest online course?

This four-hour entry level course is now fully…

Traditional Japanese joinery meets modern manufacturing methods in this student project

16 Feb 2021

Timber, as one of the oldest construction materials, has been used extensively in architecture and continues to be an enchanting medium for modern schemes. But with the development of today’s…

A long-standing painting business works wonders on long standing heritage homes

28 Jan 2021

For over 35 years, John and Judy Bisset have been painting the town together – well, many towns, actually. Their business, John Bisset Ltd (JBL), and their team of 13…

The results are in: check out Resene’s top 20 tints

26 Jan 2021

Resene Black White once again takes the crown as the most popular colour while three other strengths of the classic hue also make the cut in this year’s Resene top…

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…

Blog: Interior designer Georgia Langridge embraces sustainability with an upcycling furniture project and fence repair

09 Dec 2020

Interior designer Georgia Langridge says it’s time to embrace upcycling. She shares tricks for getting started.

“This year has seen a massive shift towards sustainability across many industries, including interior design. It…

2020 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards national winners announced

08 Dec 2020

It may have come from humble beginnings, but this year saw the 2020 Supreme ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Award go to a 1940s state house that received a grand transformation…

Jason Higham designs for the long haul

08 Dec 2020

For Jason Higham of Higham Architecture, a career in architecture was always in the cards. “I was always into drawing, building models, colouring, problem-solving and analysing things from quite an…

DINZ announces 2020 Best Design Award winners

08 Dec 2020

With awards season in full swing – though not in the manner that many of us are used to – we’ve been overwhelmed with the quality and quantity of truly…

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…

Kristeena McNeil uses a CNC router and a splash of Resene paint to make her colourful creations

02 Dec 2020

Kristeena McNeil has always had a creative streak, but it wasn't until husband Sam took over the CNC router at his signwriting workplace that her colourful aspirations found inspiration. "I've…

Napier mural artist Christie Wright pushes herself to the limits to create colourful floral artworks

18 Nov 2020

When Christie Wright finishes one of her showstopper murals, her overalls are usually thick with layers of vibrant paint transforming her into a walking, talking kaleidoscope of colour.

The beautiful mess…

This Mt Maunganui mural is a beautiful balance of both shape and scale

11 Nov 2020

Walk down Steeple Lane in Mt Maunganui and you’ll come across a mural – warm, abstract and apricotty. The piece is Jasmine Smith’s second foray into large-scale mural painting.

 “My first…

Why mulch matters: How to keep your garden hydrated this summer

11 Nov 2020

In the face of a warm and parching season – and subsequent hose bans for part of the country – it can be difficult to know just how to help…

The 2020 Bird of the Year competition is open

04 Nov 2020

Forest & Bird’s annual Bird of the Year competition is underway with another superb showcase of native bird species. With votes now open to celebrate the country’s incredible birds, from…

Lisa Tran Kelly’s murals enthral and inspire

04 Nov 2020

Lisa Tran Kelly began her art practice in miniature, crafting drawings on tiny canvases and equally diminutive sketchbooks. It was a scale influenced by her grandmother, an artist who works…

Freedom’s new direction will champion Australasian design

04 Nov 2020

Retailer Freedom is poised to launch a new range of furniture and homewares that will put Australasian design at its fore.

“Freedom’s success has always been built on design, quality and…

Jun Arita’s artworks are pure joy

28 Oct 2020

Jun Arita is a master of characters. His artworks, at their simplest, include one – a person, an animal, an object; at their most complex, there are countless. Often exuberant,…

Plumbline goes virtual

28 Oct 2020

For Plumbline, as for many businesses, this year has underscored the importance of offering online tools to customers. In response, the bathroom specialists have amped up their online presence with…

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…

Maurice and Marije of MnM Design talk building smaller, smarter

20 Oct 2020

Maurice Regeer and Marije Hoornstra, the Dutch born duo behind MnM Design, are partners in both business and life. Professional yet approachable and down-to-earth, their small design studio based in…

Enter the NZGBC Annual Green Building Photo Competition

20 Oct 2020

World Green Building Week is a chance to get inspired and push for a healthy and sustainable built environment, and it kickstarted the NZGBC Annual Green Building Photo Competition supported…

Join us for a free Resene webinar on concrete basics

20 Oct 2020

On Thursday 29th October 2020 from 1pm – 2pm (NZ Time), you’ve invited to join us for a free webinar as Resene's John Kilby discusses the basics of concrete, including what concrete…

Make your vegetable garden thrive with these organic must-haves

14 Oct 2020

The act of growing food is a small but exceptional joy. It’s a salve for the soul, an opportunity to engage with nature and an ideal at-home hobby. With springtime…

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…

Entries are open for the Resene Colour Home Awards

07 Oct 2020

Is your home character-full and decorated in Resene paints? Are its colours clever or inventive? Does it feature an exciting paint project? Enter your home in the Resene Colour Home…

Byebyelove’s upcycled furniture is both beautiful and useful

23 Sep 2020

From a garage in Torbay, Heike Rzehulek-Schmitt and Jeanine Oxenius bring new life to unloved furniture. Known for their artistic hand-drawn designs, their bold use of Resene colours and their…

Keep kids safe in the kitchen with free locks from Kitchen Studio

23 Sep 2020

Anyone with kids knows how curious they can be, you’ll do anything to keep them safe, but they love to ‘explore’. Young children are naturally inquisitive, and as you know,…

Kyle Anaru shares his approach to designing buildings that builders like to build

15 Sep 2020

Whenever we see striking black cladding with a splash of vibrant red, we are reminded of Kyle Anaru.

Kyle cut his teeth at a number of different design practices before starting…

ArchitectureNow’s On the Rise with Resene Series: Justin Crook

15 Sep 2020

ArchitectureNow’s On the Rise series with Resene profiles young designers who are making waves in their industry. 

They recently interviewed Justin Crook, an up-and-coming young professional in the architecture industry who…

For an outdoor area that combines beauty with functionality, choose pebbles

09 Sep 2020

We’re spending more time at home than ever before. So it’s key that every inch of our homes is a space we can use and enjoy. As summer approaches, why…

The Great Auckland Duck Race entrants will be ‘duck-orated’ with Resene testpots

09 Sep 2020

Auckland’s quackiest race day is nearly upon us. For the fifth year, The Great Auckland Duck Race will rally behind Life Education Trust to raise much needed funds for our…

Plunket wants you to celebrate your dad this Father’s Day by getting active!

02 Sep 2020

It is that time of year when we celebrate our dads, fathers, papas or the men in our lives that fill these roles.This year, Plunket is acknowledging the amazing mahi…

A colourful 180 metre long mural brings joy to commuters

26 Aug 2020

When Xana got the call to create a 180 metre long mural in Queensland, her reaction was barely contained excitement, for who could ask for a bigger canvas to display…

Artist Alice Berry’s colourful painted gate is a neighbourhood hit

19 Aug 2020

Over lockdown artist Alice Berry, like most of New Zealand, got creative. “I was finding the isolation very mentally and emotionally challenging. It helped me get through that and also…

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…

Fiona’s painted pots are the finishing touch your indoor plants need

05 Aug 2020

With a background in landscape design, you could say that Fiona’s way with plants is in her nature. After she recognised a niche in the market for designer pots with…

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…

Going for dark cladding? Don’t pass up this expert advice

21 Jul 2020

Black and near-black paints and stains are one of the most popular choices for those seeking a striking contemporary exterior for their project. But, it’s a choice that isn’t without…

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…

Transport your kid’s room into a fantastical realm with these wall murals

08 Jul 2020

Whether you’re raising a football star, a Paw Patrol super fan or an animal lover, you’ll find the perfect mural to add some adventure and fun to their room with…

DIY spice containers for a plastic-free pantry

01 Jul 2020

Glass jars are washable, inert, non-absorbent and see-through – making them perfect for storing food. Use waterborne Resene FX Blackboard Paint to turn upcycled jars into handy reusable storage vessels.

You…

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…

Framefox makes colour matching your art prints easy

28 May 2020

Art is a fantastic way to add life and personality to bare walls, or to simply give your home a little revamp.

If you don’t already have a print in mind,…

The choice is clear for these cool cabins

28 May 2020

Getting the perfect clear finish on any project can be time consuming and frustrating. When you’re constructing about 15 portable and re-usable cabins a week to be used as everything…

Denise sets the stage for an unforgettable fluoro mural

20 May 2020

Like many other festivals throughout the world that had been slated to take place over the coming weeks and months, the 2020 LUMA Festival has sadly been cancelled. However, that…

Give a coffee table a glamourous upgrade

20 May 2020

Tabletops are a fantastic place to get a bit creative. Adhesive vinyls are available from a variety of hardware and homeware stores, and here Sarah Heeringa has transformed a boring…

Should I spray or should I roll now?

20 May 2020

So, you’ve chosen your colour palette, picked up your paints from your local Resene ColorShop and are feeling excited for how gorgeous the new colours will look on your walls.…

Miriama makes waves as part of a new Wellington beautification project

13 May 2020

Designed and painted by artist Miriama Grace-Smith, Kilbirnie is the proud home to one of New Zealand’s newest murals. Brought to life in a rich assortment of Resene paint colours, the finished…

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…

Three asks Kiwis to show their skills in this crafty contest

06 May 2020

Calling all crafters: do you dabble in crochet, or are you an expert when it comes to papier mache? Well, Three has got the show for you!

Making It, coming soon…

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…

Resene Nature Mural competition aims to keep NZ beautiful

29 Apr 2020

The 2020 Keep New Zealand Beautiful Resene Nature Murals competition offers local artists the opportunity to design a mural, which incorporates an environmental message, for a wall in their local community. Plus, murals are a great way…

Lyn captures the heart of West Coast beaches

29 Apr 2020

People near and far flock to Auckland’s West Coast beaches, largely to experience its black sand, rugged rock formations, and beautiful surrounding scenery. It’s also here that prolific Kiwi artist…

RNZRSA asks Kiwis and Aussies to ‘stand at dawn’ this Saturday

23 Apr 2020

Following the postponement of the annual Poppy Appeal and cancellation of this year’s ANZAC Day services, the RSA and NZDF have announced an alternative for New Zealanders and Australians to…

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…

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…

Brighten mum’s day with a huge Resene prize pack

15 Apr 2020

From now until 10 May, you can enter to win a big bunch of Resene goodies for mum worth over $1000 this Mother’s Day! Simply tell us which Resene colour…

Check out Miss Lolo’s colour picks

15 Apr 2020

Tamzyn Adding, the powerhouse behind the brand, launched Miss Lolo in 2013 and for three years now has been expertly curating paint colours that perfectly complement her collection of eye…

Win a colourful award

03 Apr 2020

We’re on the hunt for creative and colourful projects finished in Resene paints and colours in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Have you completed a project with creative…

Keep your kids occupied with these two cute Easter crafts

07 Apr 2020

With Easter just around the corner, Alayna Flighty of Kiwi Families created a couple of kid-friendly crafts using some favourite Resene paint colours. Battle boredom by making some egg carton…

Design Federation launches online services to design from a distance

07 Apr 2020

For those who have been staring at their space for couple weeks now and are beginning to have a hankering to tear everything down and start fresh, you’ll be pleased…

The Letter Q shows how colour made one man’s treasures precious to everyone

06 Apr 2020

New Zealand, often considered one of the most maritime nations in the world, has a storied history with the sea; one that affects each of those who live and visit…

TOA Architects, Warren and Mahoney secure multiple wins at the 2020 NZ Wood-Resene Timber Design Awards

03 Apr 2020

From revolutionary building designs with the potential to change the way architects and engineers use timber to a brand new, flexible organic material developed from balsa wood that’s significantly stronger…

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…

DIY colour pop tallboy

01 Apr 2020

Like many people, Sarah had a tallboy dresser at home. It was nothing fancy and was showing definite signs of wear and tear, but it was still too good a…

Owl be watching you…

28 Feb 2013

This super cute cushion is made by local design company MayMay Chung, and is hand screen-printed on to 100% Belgian linen.

This owl design is called the Beatrice Cushion. Other fabrics…

Can you guess what this is?

23 May 2013

What
leads to 550,000 school days being lost every year, affects 600,000 New
Zealanders, costs an estimated $800,000,000 and in 2011 was responsible for 8000
hospital admissions? It’s asthma, and tomorrow, May 24,…

Beat the bugs

12 Jun 2013

No-one likes unwelcome creepy-crawlers in
the house. Now, Resene has a new paint additive, called Bug Juice, which kills
crawling and flying insects on contact with treated surfaces inside or outside. Used for…

Is it a fish, is it a stag?

17 Jul 2013

Let Bob Steiner’s fun Snapper Head
ceramics add humour to your day. Shown here on a wall painted with Resene
Triple Mondo these Dr Suess-like trophies of the red snapper take a…

Making the colour connection

08 Aug 2013

Habitat magazine has a
baby sister – or brother - in the form of the first of a series of booklets to
help you with your interior and decorating choices. Called Habitat…

WIN with The Drawing Board

22 Aug 2013

Whether you are renovating, building,
looking for products for your home or just looking for some inspiration, The
Drawing Board website – is a valuable resource. Now, there is a $50,000 home
renovation…

Our nation, captured

17 Oct 2013

The New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year exhibition is showing at
the Viaduct Basin
in Auckland after a successful exhibition in Christchurch. Just 20 finalists were chosen from among
3200 entries. From toga…

First ever Graffiti Free Week

30 Oct 2013

Did you
know that beautiful murals such as this are a good way to deter graffiti? Keep
New Zealand Beautiful, Rotary, Resene and Conservation Volunteers NZ are collaborating
in the first nation-wide Keep…

Regional architecture honoured

06 Nov 2013

The
regional round of the New Zealand Institute of Architecture awards is almost
over. Run over a period of weeks, the regional awards wrap up next week and will
culminate next year with…

Hot colour trends for 2014

06 Nov 2013

Call
it retro or call it historical richness but brilliant yellows, pumpkin oranges
and tomato reds are the accent colours of the season. Mix them with pretty
pastels for a colourful balance and…

Welcome

03 Jun 2014

Welcome to the new-look Habitat website, where we celebrate the use of Resene paint and colour in our homes.

For nearly four years we’ve been taking you inside houses that make…

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…

WIN Resene vouchers by snapping the weather

05 Mar 2014

Your photograph of the weather – be it fluffy cloud formations or a rainy day – could win you an iPhone 5S, a $500 travel voucher or one of ten…

Our new-look website

03 Jun 2014

After nearly four years and 188 email newsletters, the www.habitatoftheweek.com website has been reborn as www.habitatbyresene.com. Richer in look and content, we will continue to feature great looking houses, as…

WIN Resene paint vouchers

04 Jun 2014

To celebrate our new website we are giving away Resene paint vouchers so that now you can easily replicate the wonderful rooms you see on the site. We have three…

WIN wall art and paint

18 Jun 2014

Create a composition using the Steiner Ceramics Wall Art App and you could be in to win one of two Steiner wall art and Resene paint packages worth more than…

Reader offer: 15% off Patersonrose

07 Aug 2014

Patersonrose, New Zealand children's linen and accessories store, is giving our readers an exclusive offer of 15% off all online products, including these super soft and snuggly coral fleece throws with matching floor…

'Rhino' carpet your home

12 Nov 2014

When you enter a home, flooring is the first thing you step on. It creates the atmosphere within a home, provides added comfort and is an ever-present part of everyday…

Choosing and using an architect

14 Nov 2014

We've all admired, and perhaps even been moved by great architecture at some stage, whether by one of the grand cathedrals of Europe, or by a humble bach. Even if…

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…

Why use a kitchen designer?

26 Nov 2014

For its size, the kitchen is one of the most complex spaces in the house to design. So a good designer is worth more than a fancy fridge any day.

Unless…

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…

Keeping safe

26 Nov 2014

It’s New Zealand Safety Week (November 24-30) - a great time to give your house a health check and reduce the risk of accidents.

·         Keep your paths and steps clear…

Peter Pan housing

04 Dec 2014

Lifemark general manager Geoff Penrose ponders how homes should age with us. 

Peter Pan is a character who never grew up. This dream of eternal youth is used to describe the…

Summer scene setter

26 Nov 2014

It’s time to enjoy everything this summer has to offer – long balmy nights, relaxing by the water, easy entertaining with friends and indoor/outdoor living.

The new range of SmartStrand Calhoun…

Resene Mural Masterpieces Competition: the winners

11 Dec 2014

Each year Resene is approached by a wide variety of groups creating murals. With most of this dedicated effort receiving only local community attention, Resene runs a Resene Mural Masterpieces…

New site for Builderscrack

12 Feb 2015

Builderscrack.co.nz has recently relaunched their website, making it easier than ever to find great tradespeople that come with genuine reviews.

The website comes with a new layout, an improved mobile friendly design…

Win with Defign magazine!

12 Feb 2015

Defign magazine is a celebration and complete collection of the award winning designs and innovative entries from the ADNZ | Resene Architectural Design Awards.

Published on an annual basis, Defign is…

Stylist at your fingertips

19 Feb 2015

For those of us who’ve always dreamed of hiring a stylist to decorate our home – only to be rudely awakened by the cost – a new online service may…

Choosing your interior colours

26 Feb 2015

Resene Colour Expert Carolyn Atkinson is often asked where to start when choosing interior colours. Here's her advice.

When it comes to deciding upon paint colour for your home, there's a…

Degrees of sheen

16 Mar 2015

What gloss levels should I choose?

Gloss paints have a highly reflective smooth surface and are easier to clean than paints with less surface smoothness. They are ideal for areas exposed to…

Tips for choosing paint colour

25 Mar 2015

Resene colour consultant Nikki Morris explains the fundamentals of picking the right colour scheme for your home.

Every project is different, but when you refurbish your home for you and your family, it’s important…

How to create a swatch board

09 Apr 2015

A swatch board is literally a board on which you paste samples of Resene colours, products and fabrics you are going to use. You may have collected ideas online and…

How light affects colour

27 Apr 2015

Have you ever wondered why your stunning new dress or shirt suddenly adopts an off-putting muddy hue when you try it on in front of your bedroom mirror? Or why…

Tuesday TV: Full Frontage

23 Apr 2015

We love to spend our time prettying up the inside of our homes (and for good reason), but outside counts as well. After all, the front of your home is the first…

Go Jurassic with Walltastic murals

01 Jun 2015

If you're raising a dinosaur-lover, add oomph to your child's walls with this roar-tastic Dinosaur Land mural, available through Resene's Walltastic mural collection.

The mural comes in 12 panels, making it super easy to…

Colour trends: pairing fashion pastels

03 Jun 2015

If you've been keeping up with the latest colour trends, you’ll notice the pastel palette has had a change-up. Gone is the icy gelato style that was popular a few years ago... We're now welcoming…

Diary of a renovation: colours

20 Jul 2015

You’d think that by working for a Resene magazine and website for several years, I’d be confident with colour. And I am… but there are just so many wonderful Resene…

Designworx launches online

14 Jul 2015

Abstract art by local artist Michael Anderson, matte porcelain bowls from Jonathan Adler, Jasmine Sparrow 22 carat gold jewellery – these are some of our favourite finds from the newly…

Most trusted paint... again!

29 Jul 2015

New Zealand Reader's Digest has announced the results of its Most Trusted Brands survey, and once again Resene has earned itself Most Trusted Paint brand.

This year has also seen Resene voted as one of the…

House maintenance: you’ve just gotta do it

01 Sep 2015

When you’re busy and the budget is under pressure, it’s all too easy to put off doing maintenance around the house. While not all house maintenance is essential, some certainly…

Diary of a renovation: kitchen confidential

14 Oct 2015

We’re told it’s the hub of the home, the centrepiece of the living space. Up front and on show. The kitchen is so much more than just a place to…

Getting help to love colour

08 Oct 2015

Tired of angsting over your colour schemes? Colour consultant Peta Tearle has developed a unique solution – it’s a colour scheme in a box, ordered online through her Colours with…

Art at Auckland's heart

20 Oct 2015

As part of a new series of Hearts of the City artworks, central Auckland has been a canvas to local artists sharing what the city means to them.

The artists were asked…

Art at Auckland's heart

04 Jan 2015

As part of a new series of Hearts of the City artworks, central Auckland has been a canvas to local artists sharing what the city means to them.

The artists were asked…

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…

Exhibition explores movie magic

09 Dec 2015

They’ve seen the movies, now kids can get a behind-the-scenes look at how the creative DreamWorks Animation works at a blockbuster summer exhibition at Te Papa in Wellington.

DreamWorks Animation: The…

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…

Auckland Arts Festival – special offer

03 Mar 2016

Aucklanders, you might have noticed a bold magenta hue has taken over The New Zealand Herald Festival Garden in the city's Aotea Square. It's a signal that the Auckland Arts…

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…

Ready, set, go!

10 Mar 2016

If you're the adventurous type and looking for a fun activity for the whole family, look no further than the New Zealand Home Loans XRACE.

XRACE is a mystery adventure race where…

Celebrating the anti-hero

20 Apr 2016

Created for the vault gallery space at Tauranga Art Gallery, Atlas is a site specific installation that draws together the many threads of Craig McClure’s art making.

Inspired by an obsession with American…

Exterior colour rescue – your problems solved

11 May 2016

The Resene colour expert solves your exterior colour woes.

Q: We’ve brought a two-bedroom bach in need of painting. It’s an older house with a funny deck with a garage underneath. At…

What paint? And how?

29 Jun 2016

Paint can go anywhere, right? Yes… mostly, as long as you use the right product, paint or paint system.

The Resene technical expert gets many queries about painting different surfaces, from…

Easy tips to invigorate your home

30 Jun 2016

The folk at Australian furniture and home accessory company Huset have these wise words on invigorating your interiors in easy ways.

Whether you have just bought new furniture or are looking…

Scheming from top to bottom

24 Aug 2016

Painting and reroofing a house is a big commitment so getting the colour scheme right can be a nerve-wracking process. Now COLORSTEEL® has created mood boards matching four complementary Resene…

Charity raises funds for NZ's most sustainable building

17 Nov 2016

Resene is supporting charity group Sustainable Coastlines, which this month launched a crowd-funding campaign to help complete The Flagship Education Centre – an upcycled and re-locatable building planned for Auckland’s Wynyard…

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…

Using a painter, part 1

17 Jan 2017

Even if you’re a dab hand with a paint brush and are happy to undertake most decorating jobs, sometimes a task is just too much or you’re short on time.

As…

Winning murals unveiled

13 Dec 2016

This year's winners of the Resene Mural Masterpiece competition include a taniwha painted onto a skatepark, a collaborative historical scene and celebrations of cultural diversity.

Each year Resene is approached by a wide variety of…

Using a painter, part 2

17 Jan 2017

In part one of our mini-series, we talked about finding a painter, deciding on colours and getting ready. Here, we get find out what’s involved in a professional painter’s job.

Starting…

Mini makeover: cool for (after) school

08 Feb 2017

With the kids back to school, no doubt there will be homework starting to trickle in. Keep their study space in order with these two fun and colourful projects using Resene testpots, by…

DIY: window bench with storage

23 Feb 2017

Window benches are a great place to catch the sun and enjoy a good book, and can be handy for using as storage space underneath.

Jarrod Rendle, father and contributor to parenting…

Get the floral edit

07 Mar 2017

Flowers and floral prints are popping up all over this season - on our clothes, in our houses, and in our gardens, of course. If you love the look, this edit from…

Birds for the nursery

02 Mar 2017

This bird flock stencil is a sweet and simple idea for the nursery, created using Resene testpots. New mum Melissa came up with the idea, picking out a sorbet colour palette for the birds and painting them in…

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…

Clipped to colour

21 Mar 2017

The creatives at Decor Handled continue to expand their product range, and use Resene colours to brighten up their pieces. These very cool clipboards (above) are detailed in Resene Atlas…

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…

A lavish look for lights

21 Mar 2017

A new concept in lighting from Artwood lets you mix and match lampshades and bases to suit the situation and your tastes. Taking in various collections and including desk, table and floor…

Timber proves a winner

20 Mar 2017

This year's winners of the NZ Wood Resene Timber Design Awards 2017 have been announced, with three architectural projects taking out the top three residential category spots. The overall supreme…

Property: choosing your sale method

30 May 2017

Auction, by negotiation, tender... there are various ways to sell your property. Real estate agency Harcourts explains the main methods and the reasons they may work best for you.

Auction

Auction is the best…

Property blog: does a pool add value?

22 Jun 2017

It may be an odd time of the year to start thinking about pools, but they take a bit of planning. If you want to have it in and ready…

Property blog: why do you need a LIM?

01 May 2017

The term 'due diligence' often comes up when buying a property, and a LIM report from your local council is usually at the top of the list, according to Harcourts real…

Readers show their animal side

06 Jun 2017

You'll find this wonderful Snoopy letter box at the end of Robert Raines' driveway in Ohaupo – Robert created it himself, made using testpots in Resene Bright Red, Resene White and Resene Black, with Resene Pont Cabbage for the…

Resene voted most trusted paint brand

25 May 2017

Six years in a row, Resene has come out on top as most trusted paint brand in New Zealand. The results are from the New Zealand Reader's Digest annual Most Trusted Brands survey, asking…

Julia's designs play on simplicity

06 Jun 2017

Julia Huyser's stunning homeware and jewellery designs stem from a love of simplicity and natural materials. Most are decorated with Resene paints, in the colours Julia loves.  

Julia lives and works by the sea in Pukerua…

Property blog: lighten up your home this winter

25 Jul 2017

Chase away the winter blues away by fitting your house with good lighting – not only will it make your house look bigger, but it will make it feel warmer…

The Block NZ recap: No lounging around

10 Aug 2017

There was no lounging around for The Block NZ teams last week, as they scrambled to finish their living rooms before room reveal – on top of competing in dinner wars. Here's what the teams…

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…

Take a seat

19 Oct 2017

Last month, seven chairs sat facing each other outside of Massey University's Albany campus. Each chair was painted in a different colour using Resene testpots, to represent Auckland's diverse society.  

The project was part…

Jared's wild and wonderful woodcraft

09 Nov 2017

If you’re looking for that little bit of extra style or character for your garden this summer, check out these cool New Zealand made plywood panels from Native Woodcraft. They…

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…

In the mood for pink

14 Mar 2018

Therese Hogstedt of Candela Design takes her favourite Resene pink and uses it as the main element on a summer-inspired moodboard for a bedroom.

Holidays are about relaxing, exploring and breathing.…

Lynn amazes with nature-inspired art

17 May 2018

If you’re feeling a bit stressed out, take some time to check out these detailed paintings from Lynn Campbell Art by Wolfeyes. With a portfolio that features crashing waves and…

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…

Hamish’s colourful 3D printed world

14 Jun 2018

Hamish Trolove merges new tech with old fashioned artistry, creating 3D printed objects for fun, and painting them using Resene testpots to give them extra wow factor. From a 1920s-style…

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…

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…

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…

Three’s The Block NZ On Point

04 Jul 2018

Block-a-holics rejoice! Three’s The Block NZ, one of New Zealand’s favourite reality TV shows, is back with a brand new season and this time its headed out west – with…

Declutter the Swedish way

12 Jul 2018

You may have come across a somewhat confronting idea doing the rounds lately: the Swedish death clean.

But what on earth is it? The latest hygiene focused horror film? A Scandi…

Adopt a spot in your neighbourhood

12 Jul 2018

Apart from being unsightly, graffiti in your neighbourhood can bring about all types of problems. The good news is that Keep New Zealand Beautiful, with the support of Resene and…

Colourful, creative ideas for the school holidays

12 Jul 2018

The kids may be on holiday but doesn’t mean they have to stop learning… in exciting, colourful ways, of course! With a splash of Resene paint, winter days at home…

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…

Three's The Block NZ recap: it’s all go with guest bedroom reveal

19 Jul 2018

It was all-go on week one in the new season of Three’s The Block NZ. First up the teams were tasked with making over the guest bedroom of their houses with big…

Home renovation and repair – it’s all in the prep

09 Aug 2018

Consumer Protection aims to inform and educate Kiwis about the process of buying. Here is their advice on home renovation.

Renovating or doing work on your home can be a big…

Designer reading for less

14 Aug 2018

Urbis magazine and Resene have for the past 20 years partnered together and brought colour and design inspiration to readers. To celebrate this milestone, Urbis and its sister magazine Houses are offering you their best…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: making a winning master bedroom

30 Aug 2018

Last Sunday on The Block NZ, the master bedrooms and ensuites were revealed, one of the most important rooms in the competition – no pressure, teams! While it was fresh…

Super simple ways to warm your home

30 Aug 2018

Although spring is around the corner, we still have a way to go before the weather truly warms up. Keep cosy with these simple, cost-effective tips from Spotlight, which will…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: making garages grand again

06 Sep 2018

Last Sunday on The Block NZ, maybe the most challenging rooms were revealed – the garages. The spaces created by the teams were anything but boring, from a clever plywood…

Make a mini mud room

05 Sep 2018

How many hours of your life do you think you spend cleaning up the mess and muddy footprints around the exterior doors of your home – the shoes, dog leashes,…

Three’s The Block NZ recap: auction results, house exteriors and outdoors

04 Oct 2018

After an exciting auction night last weekend, Amy and Stu came out as the winners of The Block NZ: On Point 2018, taking home a total of $169,500. Their house…

In the know: Colours they love

18 Oct 2018

Last week we looked at the colours some of our stylists are loving off the new Resene The Range fashion fandeck 20. This week, meet five more stylists and their…

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…

Tour the country’s most beautiful homes

01 Nov 2018

Enjoy a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes in the 11th annual NZ House & Garden Tours, all in support of the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Resene is a proud sponsor…

HOMEmade recap: Simeon and Lorena’s super storage solutions

01 Nov 2018

Simeon and Lorena bought their 1960s weatherboard bungalow eight years ago to house themselves, their two daughters and a number of orphaned animals that come home from their vet clinic.…

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…

Easy DIY: tribal twist storage box

15 Nov 2018

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor, with a tribal twist!

You will need:

Testpot brushes
Resene Quick Dry primer sealer undercoat
Craft feathers (from a dollar store…

Louise’s super-sweet bachy garden

22 Nov 2018

Landscape designer Louise Dunning of Noble Fox took one space from the garden we featured in the latest Habitat magazine and gave us an alternative look. 

Says Louise: “This property reminded…

Designers share their fav fashion colours

15 Nov 2018

We asked interior designers and architects to tell us their favourite colour from the new Resene The Range fashion fandeck 20. Here’s what they chose, and why.

Kellie Gammie, Eucalyptus Design
www.eucalyptusdesign.co.nz

Resene…

Enjoy your Freedom

13 Dec 2018

If you’re in need of a little more freedom in your life the Newmarket store has undergone a dramatic renovation of its own.

The updated concept store is designed around a…

Nights are looking bright right now in Taranaki

10 Jan 2019

From now until 3 February, nights in Pukekura Park in Taranaki will be glowing thanks to the TSB Festival of Lights. Every evening between 8:30pm and 11pm, take the family…

Jan Thomson’s St. Arnaud studio gets a refresh in red

24 Jan 2019

Talented full-time artist – and former Wellington-based housepainter – Jan Thomson lives and works in beautiful St. Arnard in Nelson Lakes National Park.

When the time came to repaint her studio,…

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…

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…

Watch a dream home come to life

07 Feb 2019

Oliver Driver and Ella Mizrahi may have experience in front of and behind the camera, but this time the couple are taking on a whole new role on screen –…

Aran and Maeve’s marvellous maps

31 Jan 2019

When it comes to creating 3D maps featuring New Zealand mountains and coastline, Aran Pudney is left feeling on top of the world.

The Lower Hutt local, who owns and runs…

DIY geo sideboard revival

19 Feb 2019

Revive an old sideboard with a striking, contemporary geometric design.

You will need:

Sideboard or similar piece of furniture; this one is second-hand
Sandpaper – coarse, medium, fine and super-fine grit
Measuring tape
Pencil
Masking tape
Resene…

This collection of colourful cots are the perfect addition to creative children’s spaces

19 Feb 2019

L’adorabelle was born from the imagination of award-winning designer and art director, Chaz Reid,? with the aim of creating interiors that suit the tastes of even the smallest design clientele.

Chaz’s…

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…

Picasso would be envious of this Auckland mural that’s currently underway

21 Mar 2019

A Supported Life offers adolescents and adults with learning disabilities a wide range of support opportunities and residential options in their community.

Since 1996, the Auckland-based organisation has been a niche…

Artist Ellen Coup brings the beauty of the natural world to man-made structures

14 Mar 2019

Kapiti artist Ellen Coup’s average painting is likely quite a bit bigger than what’s hanging in your living room. Since 2000, she’s made a name for herself beautifying buildings across New…

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…

Artist Hana Carpenter finds fresh inspiration in small things

07 May 2019

In 2008, artist Hana Carpenter and her husband, Samuel, made the move from Auckland to Wellington to start a family. While she was busy raising their four children, her life…

Mary makes a covetable quilt

23 May 2019

Last month, the Auckland Quilt Guild held their annual Dorothy Collard Challenge, where members create a 30” x 20” quilt (or 76.2cm x 50.8cm – we’re told quilters still work…

A new permanent nature exhibition opens at Te Papa

23 May 2019

Te Taiao/Nature is a new permanent exhibition at the Te Papa Tongarewa/Museum of New Zealand in Wellington. It weaves together science and mātauranga Māori in a uniquely New Zealand experience.

Te…

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…

Hunter Hills makes heart-warming use of Resene testpots

30 May 2019

If you’re never come across one before, street libraries house books on a donation-based system, where visitors are welcome to take any book that interests them and anyone is welcome…

LUMA lights up this long weekend in Queenstown

30 May 2019

LUMA, an award-winning light festival in Queenstown which attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year, has gone gnome-mad. From May 31 to June 3, it will be ‘gnome sweet…

A Kmart cubby house gets a creative Kiwi update

12 Jun 2019

Jarrod Rendle and his family turned a $199 Kmart Cubby House into a playhouse palace fit for a princess (and prince), injecting a bit of Kiwi flavour into the Kmart Cubby House…

New programme to open up Christchurch central city through architecture

25 Jun 2019

A new public programme of architecture events comes to Christchurch this winter, offering the public the opportunity to connect with their city through architecture and to experience first-hand how design…

Aussie couple builds bespoke playgrounds to expand young minds

04 Jul 2019

For children, a great playground at school can do wonders for their physical health as well as their emotional well-being, social skills and self-confidence. So, when Andrew Brenchley and his…

Jasmine’s vibrant urban jungle mural brightens up Tauranga laneway

18 Jul 2019

What was once a bland and ordinary concrete wall tucked away down a side street in Tauranga’s CBD has now been transformed into an eye-catching celebration of colour. It’s a…

6 colour palettes inspired by NZIFF’s upcoming films

11 Jul 2019

The New Zealand International Film Festival’s 2019 programme kicks off next week in Auckland, with over 150 films showing between 22 July – 11 August 2019, including 25 fresh from…

DIY board game

24 Jul 2019

School holidays might be over, but when the weather is bad it can be difficult to keep kids stimulated without turning to the TV. Get crafting with your little ones…

Be in to win a nursery makeover!

25 Jul 2019

Plunket is giving away an exciting nursery makeover worth over $1,250.

The prize includes $575 Resene voucher and Resene interior colour consultation (valued at $175), Mocka Baby Furniture voucher (valued at…

Readers’ Roundup

01 Aug 2019

We know it’s going to be a great day whenever we arrive to find our inbox full of a bunch of new projects submitted by our readers showing creative ways…

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…

Building hope in Hobsonville

14 Aug 2019

A project that’s a first of its kind for New Zealand, the seeds of Building Hope were first sewn when Landmark Homes North Shore/Rodney franchisees Debbie and Paul Brett heard…

Breathtaking murals raise awareness about ocean life decline

21 Aug 2019

Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans is a ground-breaking project organised by Cinzah Merkens of the PangeaSeed Foundation. As an organisation that embraces the concept of marrying art with activism, PangeaSeed…

Watch murals come to life in Lower Hutt

15 Aug 2019

Get ready to get creative at the funkiest little arts festival in the Hutt. The Hutt Winter Festival is on now and runs until 17 August.

 

There is loads to see…

Photographer of the Year 2019 entries now open

14 Aug 2019

Entries are open for New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year—the country’s most popular, prestigious and richest annual photography competition. There’s more than $5000 in cash up for grabs, and a…

Learn how to style with Places & Graces

21 Aug 2019

There are a few spaces left for Auckland locals or visitors to learn all kinds of helpful interior decorating and styling tips from Kate Alexander, the talent behind the Places…

Alex gets artsy with Resene ‘potluck’ paint

27 Aug 2019

A large amount of paint is produced and sold each year, but a lot is also left sitting in paint containers. To combat this, Resene regularly recycles paints to community…

Aratoi celebrates 50 years with a colourful exhibition

04 Sep 2019

Aratoi (The Wairarapa Museum of Art and History) is celebrating its first 50 years with an exhibition representing 50 years of collecting.

The exhibition, which has been curated by Bronwyn Reid,…

Tammy bootstraps a business of a different colour

18 Sep 2019

For over three years now, Tammy Cowan has been a successful small business owner – though she will still tell you that her main job continues to be the same…

Resene colour palettes take high fashion to another level

18 Sep 2019

Design inspiration can come from practically anywhere. While we have been frequent witness to Resene paint colours inspiring countless fashionable buildings both inside and out, we’ve recently seen some spectacular…

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…

Real estate browsing just got better

02 Oct 2019

In a New Zealand first, ?homes.co.nz has partnered with Resene and real estate AI specialist company restb.ai to bring a rich one-of-a-kind online property search experience.

Says homes.co.nz chief data specialist…

Three spooky crafts to make with your little ones in time for Halloween

22 Oct 2019

Rather than just being about lollies and sugar overload, Halloween can be a great reason to get creative. Those who want to get creative and get into the spooky spirit…

2019 Bird of the Year competition takes off

30 Oct 2019

New Zealand is home to flocks of fantastic birds species, many of which are entirely unique to the country. Sadly, many native birds are also in crisis threatened with extinction.…

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 –…

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…

Spotted shags get a helping hand from the Auckland Museum

11 Nov 2019

It may not be widely known or appreciated just how crucial New Zealand’s shag population is, with 13 of the world’s 40 shag species using Aotearoa as a breeding ground.

Unfortunately,…

TV when it's on, art when it's off

07 Nov 2019

Inspiration has truly come home. Powered on, Samsung’s The Frame seamlessly delivers premium content with superb QLED picture quality. Turn it off and you instantly transform your living space into…

Taupo expands its impressive collection of street art

20 Nov 2019

The first street art festival of its kind in New Zealand, Graffiato: Taupo Street Art Festival, captures the diversity of mural painting practice, and what’s new and relevant in global urban…

NZILA announces its awe-inspiring list of 2019 award winners

20 Nov 2019

The best and brightest in the landscape architecture industry were honoured on Friday 8 November during the 2019 Resene New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architecture Awards.

 

The annual event provides NZILA…

Get inspired by the colours of Harakeke

20 Nov 2019

Harakeke, also known as New Zealand flax, grows naturally throughout literally every region of the country.

 

Last summer, Di Lucas launched a citizen science project to map the floral colours of harakeke…

Support The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal

26 Nov 2019

Every year, The Salvation Army runs a Christmas appeal to help support Kiwis living in crisis. It is now their largest fundraising appeal for the year.

 

Over recent years, the Christmas…

Auckland Art Gallery pays tribute to iconic Danish designs in latest exhibition

26 Nov 2019

Danish design is almost synonymous with stylish, modern homes, and was the perfect subject for the Auckland Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, Denmark Design. On display until 2 February 2020, it…

Ruth Robertson-Taylor brings artists together to fight homelessness

05 Dec 2019

Five incredible artists will be combining their respective talents to paint a mural in Lower Hutt on Saturday 7 December, as part of The World’s Big Sleep Out. Taking place…

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…

Are you the proud owner of the best shed in NZ?

08 Jan 2020

Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in your photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops…

Playing up plywood

05 Mar 2020

Kids have a special superpower. When they see a simple shape, they don’t just see a square, circle, rectangle or triangle – they see a robot, flower, spaceship or tree,…

Technology and colour collide

22 Jan 2020

Ten years ago, it would have perhaps been hard for British born artist and sculptor Max Patté to comprehend that his work would become world-renowned and attract a star-studded host…

Kelcy Taratoa’s latest exhibit is a colourful mid-career survey

30 Jan 2020

Tauranga Art Gallery is currently home to artist Kelcy Taratoa’s mid-career survey of his work titled ‘Who Am I? Episode 001’ which deals with cultural identity in twenty first century…

Editor’s Picks: An elegant bathroom for everyday life

04 Feb 2020

Designing a bathroom that not only looks stunning but also meets your everyday needs is a challenging feat, but not an impossible one.

Like kitchens, bathrooms are ‘investment rooms.’ Their fixtures…

Resene Rainbow Unicorn hot air balloon set to fly over Waikato

26 Feb 2020

Balloons over Waikato, New Zealand’s premier hot air balloon festival, is back for another year to wow spectators with some showstopping designs.

 

Kicking off on Tuesday 17 March and running until…

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…

Resene’s Hunger for Colour Appeal a big win for the Salvation Army

11 Mar 2020

For the past six years, the Resene Hunger for Colour Appeal has seen cans swapped at Resene ColorShops for Resene testpots, bolstering The Salvation Army’s foodbanks at just the right time. This year’s appeal…