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Nature-inspired interior ideas: Bring the outdoors in with colour
Soothing and sweet, this room’s wall is in Resene Peppermint, floor in Resene First Light, and plant pots in Resene Hint Of Grey, Resene… more
David and Kirsty go back to the future
Marlborough couple David and Kirsty Wraight live and breathe building. But not just any building. Their specialty is in creating… more
Dave and Anna's Bright Bungalow
Like many 1920s bungalows, Dave and Anna's home suffered from a serious case of light deficiency. When they first moved in, eight years… more
Glen and Marion’s sea-inspired steel bach
When people decorate or build a bach, they often feel able to make bolder material and colour choices than they… more
Meet the super neutrals: smoky and delicious
So many of us think of neutral paint colours as white or cream but neutrals don’t just stop there. When… more
John and Linley's Quirky Coromandel Beach House
While John and Linley's Coromandel beach house may look sleek and modern these days, in fact it has a long and… more
Try these on trend hues to paint your space with positivity
Fresh and summery, this living room soothes with walls in Resene Moon Glow (left) and Resene First Light (right) and… more
9 stylists weigh in on the hottest trending colours to decorate with now
Background in Resene Umber White with tray in Resene Pewter and vases in (clockwise from left) Resene Dark Knight, Resene… more
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Our top living room picks to keep you cosy this season
19 Jun 2025
As the chill of winter rolls in, there’s nothing quite like retreating to a snug, stylish living room that wraps you up in comfort. Whether you're curling up with a…
Barbie’s dream house
19 Jun 2025
When Naomi Robbins walked through the doors of her grandmother’s Mount Maunganui home, she saw more than just retro charm and sun-soaked views – she saw potential. With its stone…
Stick around: Why wallpaper is here to stay
11 Jun 2025
When it comes to transforming a room, there’s nothing quite like wallpaper. It might not be your first choice over paint when designing your home interior, but the bold prints,…
A Southern Highlands stunner
05 Jun 2025
There’s something undeniably charming about this Southern Highlands home. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to swan around in a silk robe, sipping tea and pretending you’re…
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Magnificent mountain views: This first-prize home in Wānaka could be all yours
19 Jun 2025
Imagine watching a sunset over the summit of Mount Roy from the comfort of your own garden. With this modern three-bedroom, Resene-decorated home that is mere minutes from the lake’s…
Inside NZRenoTok’s smash-hit first season
19 Jun 2025
NZ RenoTok’s season one was a smashing success! Over a thrilling six-week TikTok Live series, four creator‑led teams took on renovation challenges, from tiling to full‑blast painting, all while streaming to the…
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…
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…
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DIY Entryway Organiser
Say goodbye to the morning scramble for keys, coats and sunglasses and hello to this stylish entryway organiser. more
DIY Umbrella Holder
Entryways are usually the first impression visitors have of your home interior. This DIY organiser is designed to store your… more
DIY Rust Effect Obelisk
Create an obelisk that’s aged to perfection with Resene FX Faux Rust Effect. more
DIY puzzle table
This clever table coasts on castors so that you can easily tuck it beneath your sofa. more
DIY hinged screen
This sturdy screen, built from six timber planks (2400mm length x 90mm width x 45mm depth) and 8 fence palings… more
DIY utensil caddy
When you’re entertaining a crowd, it’s common to feel like you don’t have enough hands. Make it easy to transport… more
DIY plant caddy
Thanks to four castors, a bit of timber and a selection of your favourite Resene testpots, this pretty plant caddy… more
DIY barbeque caddy
When you’re entertaining a crowd, it’s common to feel like you don’t have enough hands. Make it easy to transport… more
DIY nautical flag block garland
Use this fun string of colourful blocks to decorate a sailing themed kid’s room. more
DIY buoy garland
Once you wrap your head around this simple knotting technique, you’ll find it super easy – and even fun –… more
DIY sun and cloud bookends
Rain or shine, you and your kids will never get tired of looking at these cheerful bookends. more
Turn painted eggshells into candle holders
Add some colour and flair to your dining table this Easter with this quick and easy tea light holder DIY,… more
Turn old newspaper into this cute carrot garland
Put bad news to good use with this simple Easter-themed DIY where kids can turn old newspaper into a chain… more
Decorate Easter eggs to look like fruits and vegetables
While they would be great for Easter, these adorable fruit and vege eggs are simple enough
for kids to make with… more
DIY paper punch eggs
A bowl full of these pretty eggs are sure to be the star of the Easter dinner table. Plus, they’re… more
Renew your shoes with Resene
Who wouldn’t want to show up to play in flash shoes like these? Customise a fresh pair of footwear or… more
How to build a tonal colour palette
If you are looking for a new colour to decorate your living room, blue is a great option. The colour… more
DIY trellis advent calendar
Countdown the days left until xmas with this quick and easy kid-friendly advent calendar craft. more
Organise your desk with these DIY cork bookends
Make your bookends work for you and add some flair to your desk at the same time. Simply paint up… more
How to make giant flowers
Add vintage flair to weddings, baby showers or other big celebrations with these handmade oversized flowers – made using wallpaper… more
Create a glow in the dark galaxy wall
Ditch the nightlight for a glow in the dark galaxy wall – the kids will love it! The moons are… more
Go semi-circle
Check out this simple and easy wallpaper hack, inspired by Resene Wallpaper Collection design 34244-2 and 34244-3. All it takes… more
Create your own abstract art
If you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this DIY will… more
Go pretty with DIY floating shelves
Floating shelves are a modern and pretty way to decorate your walls without much fuss. more
Geo chopping board
What’s better than a chopping board that’s beautiful enough to use as a serving tray as well? We took a… more
Romantic interlude
Ever fallen in love with a bedroom at first sight? This bedroom is layered up in seven greys from the… more
Resene celebrates 70 years!
Started by one man in his Wellington garage in 1946, Resene has turned a passion for paint into a passion… more
Concrete plant stand
Slightly Scandi and very cool, this concrete plant stand is a stylish addition to any home. And the best part?… more
Multi-coloured mat
Looking for a doormat that makes an entrance? Or a bathroom mat that doesn’t end up a soaking mess? Create… more
Make an entrance
The entranceway is the first part of your home a visitor sees. Making it not just welcoming but also a… more
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