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Reader roundup: A whimsical shed, blushing doors and exterior refreshes
19 Jun 2025
We’ve got a great roundup of projects from our readers this month. From community paint by numbers to testpot flowers, you’re sure to find some inspiration here! Remember we love…
A chat with Diana Shchukin: Career, life and designing spaces that inspire
12 May 2025
Diana Shchukin, Associate and Interior Designer at JTB Architects, has an innate ability to blend sustainability, innovation and aesthetic beauty in her design work. With a passion for interior design…
Colour outside the lines: A vibrant villa revival in Dunedin
07 Apr 2025
Hidden among the trees on the hill overlooking St Clair, a grand 1910s Dunedin villa has undergone a remarkable transformation, proving that bold choices do make the biggest impact. What…
Discover the future of design at New Zealand’s largest design showroom!
19 Mar 2025
You’re invited to the heart of Parnell this Saturday 22nd March to immerse yourself in a world where cutting-edge design meets expert craftsmanship.
Whether you’re building, renovating or simply seeking…
A celebration of colour with the latest Resene Total Colour Awards 2024/25
10 Mar 2025
The latest Resene Total Colour Awards winners have been announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week. With a wide range of creative and colourful projects from…
How to make your own family key holder
07 Mar 2025
Make it simple to always find your keys in the same place with this clever cut-out key ring and holder. Keep it in a neutral finish for a minimalist approach…
Reader roundup: School art, re-used paint buckets and fresh exteriors
04 Feb 2025
We’ve got a great mix of projects to show you this month. We absolutely love to see what you have been up to with Resene paints, and being able to…
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…
Favourite finds: Create a bold and beautiful design with our top product picks
13 Nov 2024
Welcome to Favourite Finds, where we bring you the best in home design to inspire you each month with curated picks to help you bring together a décor look for…
Product of the month: Resene CoolColour™
11 Nov 2024
Do you want your next project to stand out with darker, more daring hues? If you’ve been hesitating because of concerns about heat absorption and unbearable summertime temperatures on the…
Home tweet home: DIY mini garden houses
30 Oct 2024
Ready to bring a little charm and colour into your garden? These adorable DIY mini garden houses will do the trick! Whether you’re a green thumb looking for the perfect…
Understanding Resene Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
14 Oct 2024
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a certified assessment that offers a detailed and transparent view of the environmental impact of a product, including its packaging, throughout its life cycle.…
Take it outside: The top Resene paint and stain colours being used outside
14 Oct 2024
It seems almost like clockwork. As soon as the first whispers of warmer weather arrive, more clients come knocking looking to fresh up their exterior colour scheme. But for many,…
Find your bliss in Blenheim: Win a brand-new home in the Heart Foundation Lottery
02 Oct 2024
Considered one of the most pleasant climates in New Zealand, Blenheim is an ideal year-round destination. The Heart Foundation has chosen this location to build their first-prize Jennian home for…
Reader roundup: Outdoor showers, a ‘coast’al lounge and morning rainbows
25 Sep 2024
We’ve got a great mix of projects to show you this month. We absolutely love to see what you have been up to with Resene paints, and being able to…
Help decide who will be crowned the Auckland Regional Art Battle Champion 2024
10 Apr 2024
The Auckland city heats saw 70+ incredible artists compete for a spot in the final - and now it’s time for YOU to decide who will be crowned the ultimate Auckland…
Art Battle is back!
24 Jan 2024
Art Battle Auckland is back for more pulse-pounding creative energy for 2024 - with 1 more show before the Grand Final at Eden Park
22nd Feb - Art Battle Māngere-Ōtāhuhu - Secure your…
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…
The final of House Rules will leave you speechless!
26 Oct 2023
With only two teams left, after Char and Violet received the lowest score on re-do week, the fight is on to win the life-changing prize that will change one team’s…
Product of the month: Resene CoolColour™
09 Oct 2023
Do you want your next project to stand out with darker, more daring hues? If you’ve been hesitating because of concerns about heat absorption and unbearable summertime temperatures on the…
Let’s get glassy: A DIY guide to make your own mini glasshouse
24 Oct 2023
Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task, and the end result is a lush and rewarding addition to your exterior garden or patio. Using recycled windows of…
A colourful transformation for this home exterior
24 Aug 2023
Sal and Graham, the proud owners of this charming house, were ready to give their beloved abode a fresh new look. Tired of the conventional white, faded exterior, they sought…
Wonderful in Whitford
09 Aug 2023
Spouting and downpipes with Marley Stratus Design Series®
Glenn and Mel’s dream of escaping the hustle and bustle of suburban life led them to the rural town of Whitford, southeast of Auckland.…
Capturing the soul of structures: Simon Devitt and the art of architectural photography
11 Jul 2023
If you’re interested in architecture and design, you might enjoy looking at these wonderfully captured images by photographer, Simon Devitt. With a strong passion and focus in the Photography of…
Capturing the soul of structures: Simon Devitt and the art of architectural photography
10 Jul 2023
Simon Devitt is a photographer with a strong passion and focus on photography of architecture. Currently based in Wellington, Simon also has an established international presence throughout Australasia and further…
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…
Let down your hair by the lakeside, in this stunning Taupo home
10 May 2023
Just a short walk from Lake Taupo’s stunning shoreline, this fully furnished Jennian home with charming and timeless Resene neutral paint colours is ready and waiting for a lucky winner…
The design trends defining local homes
23 Mar 2023
With more than 300 homes entered in the Master Builders House of the Year competition last year, the judges had a tough decision choosing between the countless styles, structures, and…
This DIY litter house is a ‘cat’ above the rest
03 Mar 2023
Your cat will be ‘feline’ like a million dollars having their own trendy litter house to do their business. It will also help to hide the messy or smelly litterbox…
5 breezy Resene blues your clients will fall in love with
18 Jan 2023
Once the summer holidays have passed, it’s common for clients to approach designers looking for a change – especially if they spent their days off at home or at the…
Tips on cleaning your outdoor areas
17 Jan 2023
There are few jobs as satisfying as using a waterblaster to blast away dirt, moss and mould from hard surfaces. The results are almost instant and can be incredibly rewarding.
Unfortunately,…
Project spotlight: Nelson school makes learning colourful
17 Jan 2023
Broadgreen Intermediate School in Nelson has brightened up their learning space all with the help of Resene’s very own Resene ColorShop Manager and Colour Specialist, Selina Wilson. From the moment…
Pegs and popsicle stick kids craft projects
20 Dec 2022
A craft project a day keeps the boredom away. Entertain kids with these easy arts and crafts projects using pegs and ice block sticks.
When pegs fly
Fly high with these cute…
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…
Project Spotlight: Walker Architecture's Red Box
13 Dec 2022
Resene Bright Red isn’t quite what you would expect to see amidst the green hills of Wellington, but this was exactly the vision for the clients of Walker Architecture &…
Resene Total Colour Awards 2022 winners announced
25 Nov 2022
Despite the many roadblocks and challenges specifiers have been up against during the past few years, the 12th annual Resene Total Colour Awards saw a bumper crop of impressive entries.…
Project spotlight: The Pink Pavilion by Burgess Treep & Knight Architects
08 Nov 2022
It’s hard not to have an emotional response when you see a vibrant hot pink hue. That was certainly the desired effect when Lucy Treep of Burgess Treep & Knight…
ColourDrive Giveaway: Your chance to win with Suzuki and Resene
18 Aug 2022
Suzuki have teamed up with Resene to launch the ColourDrive Giveaway. It’s your chance to go into the weekly draw to win a $200 fuel voucher from Suzuki and a…
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…
Three painting tips for winter makeovers
20 Jul 2022
Rolling up your sleeves to paint winter but aren’t sure where to start? We have a few tips to keep in mind so you can push on with your DIY…
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…
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…
Small wonders: Teeny House competition winners revealed!
23 Jun 2022
The winners of the Habitat by Resene Teeny House Competition show that size doesn’t matter when it comes to creativity and style. Decorators young and old entered the competition which…
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…
Colourful Mondrian-style cube wins Shed of the Year
21 Apr 2022
These days, garden sheds go far beyond being dusty spaces that store lawn mowers and tools. The Resene Shed of the Year Award is proof of just that. Impressive sheds…
Natural Wonder: Stylish new wool carpets to try from Feltex
16 Mar 2022
Carpet solutions with Feltex
From the farm to your floor, two stylish new wool carpet ranges from Feltex celebrate the natural beauty of New Zealand wool.
There’s nothing quite like natural wool…
NZ Photographer of the Year Explores the colourful side of New Zealand
03 Mar 2022
With more than 6000 entries in the 2021 New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year Awards, it’s clear there’s plenty of talented people behind the lens in Aotearoa. Braden Fastier…
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…
Graphic and colourful Hundertwasser Art Centre opens in Whangarei
22 Feb 2022
Twenty nine years after the late Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser first sketched his original design for the building, Whangārei’s iconic and highly anticipated Hundertwasser Art Centre has officially opened. The…
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…
Rainy Day DIY: Rainwater solutions from Marley
03 Feb 2022
Rainwater solutions from Marley
Managing rainwater is an important aspect of home maintenance. Quality spouting and downpipes help ensure your home is weathertight and structurally sound. Spouting prevents erosion, basement flooding,…
Reader roundup: From a toilet fit for a Pharoah to a rainbow beach installation, our readers are a creative crowd
16 Dec 2021
‘Tis the season for creativity as our habitat readers share their ideas for adding colour about the place.
Egyptian fantasy graces a toilet fit for a Pharoah
In Peter's home the smallest…
Reader roundup: From intricate dollhouses and little libraries to vibrant hospital murals, our readers are taking creativity to a whole new level
11 Nov 2021
It’s amazing what wonderfully whimsical and astounding things can be created with a simple paintbrush, Resene testpot and dash of imagination. Readers from across the country have been cooking up…
Toi Whakaari’s take on a popular film shows there’s no end to creativity
09 Nov 2021
For Toi Whakaari | New Zealand Drama School’s students and teachers, one of the most interesting aspects of having a wide range of complementary skills being taught under one roof…
Check out this beautiful Heart Foundation Lottery home in the Whitianga Waterways
04 Nov 2021
The Coromandel is a top destination for tourists and homeowners throughout New Zealand which is something that Liz Halpin, Lottery Operations Manager at the Heart Foundation, sees as crucial to the appeal of this location as a whole.
“The Whitianga Waterways development…
You won't believe the detail in Fleur Thorpe's colourful teeny house
13 Oct 2021
You could stare at Fleur Thorpe’s teeny house (order yours here) for hours. The intricacies of her work unveil themselves over time: tables made from cotton reels, cabinets fashioned from…
Teeny House assembly instructions
04 Oct 2021
Your habitat by Resene teeny house is the perfect blank canvas for decorating with Resene paints and wallpapers. Assemble your teeny house from the seven pieces of EB-flute cardboard enclosed.…
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…
Interior designer Annick Larkin transforms a cardboard box into a Japandi Chic teeny house
29 Sep 2021
There were squeals of excitement when interior designer Annick Larkin and her daughters first saw their teeny house.
“There was a blank canvas for me, a lovely little miniature size house…
Take a closer look at Megan Harrison Turner's dress up/dress down teeny house
29 Sep 2021
Stylist and interior designer, Megan Harrison-Turner thought outside the box when creating her cardboard teeny house. The Auckland-based creative was inspired by the idea of playing with dolls when she…
Brick Bay Folly finalists explore emotional responses to colour, sustainability
13 Sep 2021
The latest group of Brick Bay Folly finalists have been announced, and the design and colour use of the five shortlisted concepts do not disappoint.
Each year, emerging architects and architectural…
A box of birds: Make your own colourful decorative indoor birdhouses
09 Sep 2021
Let your wallpaper take flight and decorate your nest with this cute DIY wallpapered birdhouse décor. Using a range of wallpapers from the Resene Wallpaper Collection, you can create a…
Two colourful DIY ideas to help you celebrate midwinter Christmas
01 Jul 2021
The weather outside is frightful, but inside it can be quite delightful so get decorating and spruce up your home for a midwinter Christmas feast. Yule be all set with…
Take a moment to bathe in the warmth and beauty that is He Puna Taimoana
14 Jun 2021
We can think of few better places to be on a chilly Autumn afternoon than soaking in He Puna Taimoana, the New Brighton Hot Pools. Not only is this beachside…
SoftPlan2022 has an exciting new feature for Resene specifiers
14 Jun 2021
The 2022 release of SoftPlan has Resene colours formatted for use and included as part of the preloaded colour library when SoftPlan software is delivered to you. It's a great…
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…
Colour your winter garden with these nifty tricks and artisan décor
05 May 2021
Winter is often a time when the more colourful blooms of the garden go into hiding until spring. These outdoor garden ideas are just the thing to help you embrace…
NZ’s best sheds: These creative designs show sheds are more than just places to store your tools
14 Apr 2021
Sheds are no longer just places to store garden tools and the lawnmower. These winning entries in the Resene Shed of the Year Awards have transformed their sheds into small…
Inspiration to holiday at home
18 Feb 2021
The Lindis Lodge in the Ahuriri Valley In the South Island blends into its environment.
With international borders closed, travel lovers can find holiday experiences closer to home through the TV…
How this former Waihi camp got a colourful Mexico-inspired revamp
21 Jan 2021
Accommodating colour: How this former Waihi camp became a Latin American-inspired holiday destination
Te Rau Aroha, the Anglican Church camp at Waihi Beach, was a little worn down when it caught…
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…
How to choose a roof that will be the crowning glory to your home
21 Oct 2020
Choosing a roof can be a daunting prospect. Not only are you making a considerable financial investment, but given the life span of a high-quality roof is about 30 years,…
Get inspiration for your home with two home shows on this weekend – Southland and Wellington!
30 Sep 2020
Whether you’re looking to totally transform your home or fine tune the finishing touches, this weekend’s home and garden shows have everything you need to make the most of your…
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…
Cast your vote for New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year 2020
02 Sep 2020
It’s the time of year when Kiwi photographers submit their best images of our environment and society for expert judgment and public scrutiny in the New Zealand Geographic Photographer of…
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…
A neglected cottage is given a handsome facelift
19 Aug 2020
Rebekah and Brent have been in a perpetual state of renovation since 2011. They purchased their little cottage in Patangata, Hawkes Bay in its rundown, neglected state and have made…
One outdoor patio, two striking designs
12 Aug 2020
Jeff and Kay’s achromatic outdoor patio hideaway is as enviable as they come. Designed by Studio2 Architects, it features a sheltered dining table as well as a separate lounge area…
Be in to win a Daikin New Zealand Healthy Home Do-Over
05 Aug 2020
Head over to Daikin New Zealand’s Facebook page to be in to win a Daikin Healthy Home Do-Over worth $10,000.
The winning prize includes two Daikin heat pumps, a $500 Resene…
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…
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…
Paul and Brett bring minimal and modern magic to this Mangawhai beach-farm property
16 Jun 2020
When it comes to designing a house thoughtfully, there are a number of approaches you can take. Sometimes it’s about choosing a design that stands out from the crowd. At…
Take a peek inside Chelsea Sugar’s scrumptious new digs
12 Jun 2020
Since 1884, Chelsea Sugar has been a staple in New Zealand pantries. However, its iconic pink factory, which is tucked away on Auckland’s North Shore, has been closed to the…
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.…
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…
Keep things flowing with these top spouting design tips
03 Apr 2020
Spouting and downpipes are crucially important. After all, they help maintain the weathertightness of beautifully designed buildings by diverting rainwater and keeping it from seeping indoors or in between layers…
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…
Memory making
15 May 2013
For many Christchurch residents, repairing
their much-loved homes just isn’t possible. But thanks to Canterbury model
maker Richard Gardiner, they can have a physical reminder of their homes. Since
the earthquakes, he has…
Bird in the hand
01 Aug 2013
We’re always finding clever people using Resene
products in creative ways. Artist and sculptor Di Conway has been using Resene stains
and paints to finish her stoneware sculptures for many years, which…
On the outside – your questions
18 Sep 2014
It’s coming up for exterior house painting season, or more commonly known as summer.
The long, dry, warm days ahead are perfect for updating the outside of your house. Here are…
Colour takes to the road
26 Nov 2014
If you’re tired of seeing the tide of grey, silver and white cars on the road these days, just pop down to Masterton for a visual vehicular pick-me-up. Owner John…
Figuring out paint types
18 Feb 2015
So you’ve sweated over the paint colour choices for your home, but that’s just part of the process. Now it’s time to understand what type of paint you should use…
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…
Full Frontage recap: A 1950s beauty gets a facelift
14 May 2015
Lorraine Vawdry’s Blockhouse Bay home is one of those rare gems, an architectural statement of the 1950s era with stunning brick work and a single pitch roof.
The Aucklander had tried…
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…
Gardening in small spaces
12 Nov 2015
Even small garden spaces need love, and the latest episodes of The Get Growing Roadshow bring just that as they venture into two small projects, giving each a Resene makeover.
In…
Diary of a renovation: the despair of being half way through
25 Nov 2015
In the beginning, we were perky, cheerful and confident. We did that ‘ha-ha’ thing with a dismissive flick of the hand. “You should just bowl it and start again,” they…
What colour should my roof be?
16 Feb 2016
It’s often the last colour decision you make for an exterior – the roof. Just because the roof is the finishing touch to a house it doesn’t mean it should be the…
Continuous hot water: the key to a happy life?
01 Mar 2016
Homeowner and habitat staffer Trudy Dickinson goes on a journey to find the perfect hot water system.
Part One
It’s never very quiet at my house, but sometimes in the middle of…
Checking in on Our First Home
25 Feb 2016
We've watched them buy their properties, style up containers, become lighting designers, compete in a rock climbing competition, shed a few tears, paint, paint, paint and give everything they've got…
Colour made easier – Resene launches new charts
23 Mar 2016
There’s no doubt about it – Resene has always been known as the colour leader of the paint world, with a vast array of colours from versatile neutrals to on-trend…
Our First Home: winning indoor-outdoor flow
31 Mar 2016
This week on Our First Home, the teams were not short of challenges, including a photography competition and constructing furniture from a limited set of materials. That, and the main task…
Our First Home: final room reveals
13 Apr 2016
The pressure was on as the families entered their final week of renovations. Each family has transformed their tired and dated houses into incredible homes, but what will happen at…
Window colour in a modern world
16 Jun 2016
Resene colour expert Carolyn Atkinson talks choosing colour for your windows.
Windows – lots of them and the bigger the better. That’s our current thinking when building or renovating. It used to be…
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…
The Block NZ – Outdoors week is the last reveal
11 Aug 2016
Last week, the teams of TV3's The Block NZ: Girls Vs Boys headed outdoors for the last challenge of the season.
The judges wanted lush spaces that made good use of native…
Bug off this summer
08 Nov 2016
Not looking forward to another season of house flies in seemingly unlimited numbers? Bug Juice is a remarkable insecticide paint additive designed to eliminate crawling and flying insects on interior…
House paint season: your questions answered
19 Sep 2017
It’s exterior house painting season, or maybe you’re tackling a smaller outdoor painting project this summer.
Even if you’re an experienced hand with a paint brush, there are always some issues…
Win a paintable birdhouse
11 May 2017
Be in to win one of these cute paintable villa birdhouses, from The Limit and Resene. Grab some Resene testpots and paint yours to match your house, or in any colours you wish. We’ve used a classic grey-blue…
Win a paintable birdhouse
11 May 2017
Competition closed – congratulations to the winners Rob of Koitiata, Natasha of Lower Hutt, and Haylee of Tauranga.
Be in to win one of these cute paintable villa birdhouses, from The Limit…
Meet this year's The Block NZ teams
29 Jun 2017
Mark your TV viewing calendars for this Sunday, because Three's The Block NZ is back!
This season the teams need to step up their game like never before as they renovate the…
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: to the roof!
14 Sep 2017
This week on Three's The Block NZ, the teams went upstairs and outside to complete their rooftop terrace. With help from friends and family to finish everything off, there was good cheer all…
Janice and Julian’s simply beautiful furniture
26 Oct 2017
We’re not being too formal when we refer to this couple as Mr and Mrs Ward – that’s the name of the simple yet striking range of furniture Janice Kumar-Ward…
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…
Black beauty
27 Jun 2018
There’s something about black exteriors on a new build that’s all at once bold, modern and beautiful. This Taranaki home is no exception, with Resene Woodsman Pitch Black stain on…
WIN: Tickets to The Design Show
26 Jul 2018
If you’re renovating, redecorating or building in the next while, The Design Show held in Auckland this weekend might be the perfect inspirational day out for you.
The Design Show explores…
Win tickets to Waikato Home and Garden show
13 Sep 2018
The Waikato Home and Garden Show is heading to Claudelands Event Centre from October 4 – 7 and if you’re on a mission to create your dream home, renovate, ramp…
Resene’s double duty at Outward Bound
11 Oct 2018
Did you know about 7200 litres of Resene paint have been applied to the school buildings at Outward Bound in Marlborough in the past 24 years?
Vic Koller, Outward Bound maintenance…
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…
HOMEmade recap: Tammy and David’s dramatic new kitchen
25 Oct 2018
After: The HOMEmade team opted for Resene Double Merino on the walls of the kitchen, to contrast nicely with the use of dark cabinetry.
David and Tammy bought their 1970s home…
Be water wise – simple water saving tips
10 Jan 2019
Haven’t got around to fixing that dripping tap? You could be wasting a staggering 2000 litres of water every month. And that’s just one of the ways you and your…
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,…
Easy-going interiors: How decorating a bach differs from everyday home design
17 Jan 2019
Whether by the beach, lake or mountain, the modest bach is an iconic part of our history and culture and sums up the meaning of escape from the city and…
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…
Wellington Zoo’s bright and interactive kea experience
11 Jul 2019
New Zealand’s ample and versatile terrain means it is the perfect habitat for many species of wildlife, and its lack of large predatorial mammals has made it home to endangered…
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…
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…
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…
David builds a new delivery destination
20 Nov 2019
“This is the sort of thing retired architects do with too much time on their hands,” according to David Wood, a retired architect who recently made this secure postbox out…
Wellington Rugby builds a home for a good cause
20 Nov 2019
The tremendous power of community - and that classic Kiwi spirit of generosity - has birthed a home that offers more than just a roof over your head. The House…
Isthmus Group’s habitat markers colour the Te Ara Manawa coastal walkway
14 Jan 2020
The local community of Hobsonville Point has been given a beautiful connection with local ecology thanks to a clever project by the architects at Isthmus Group. ‘Habitat markers’ have been…
Street style
14 Jan 2020
Colour works wonders when it comes to enhancing kerb appeal, whether it be a small feature or showcased on every possible surface. Whether your home is country chic or modern…
Murray Robertson’s modern and neutral approach to the Te Aro Reading Recovery Centre
08 Jan 2020
When approaching the build and colour selection for the Te Aro School Reading Recovery Centre, Murray Robertson of Robertson Architecture Design aimed to create a space to foster learning without…
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