When we understand a little about how colour works on our minds, we can use it to set a mood. Neutrals with a yellow base lighten and visually warm a room. Resene Gin Fizz (used on the wall) is an example of a delicate but warm ochre-toned cream. Highly saturated colours, such as an intense red, make a dramatic accent and are softened and balanced by the mellow glow of gold. 

Key design elements of the 70s are back – with a modern twist – in both fashion and interiors. Not sure about brown? Think of the toasted colours of burnt brick orange, terracotta, burgundy, rust, ochre, cinnamon, deep copper and burnished brass. Use a patterned or printed wallpapered panel or wall to add the appearance of texture and to complement a strong paint choice, such as Resene Twizel (featured here). Layer up with natural textiles for a comfortable space that feels truly inviting and authentic. The brick wallpaper is part of the Resene Wallpaper Collection J71408 from Resene ColorShops, 

Faux brick wallpaper emerged as a huge trend in 2016 and is predicted to stay popular for a long while yet – get the look with the Resene Wallpaper Collection J71408 from Resene ColorShops. 

Strong dark colours have the visual effect of bringing a surface closer, helping make a room look cosier and giving an open space a more intimate feel. The walls are painted in Resene Barometer, with furniture painted in metallic Resene Blast Grey 1. 

Match deep blues and blacks with luxuriant gold accessories and richly textural, luminous fabrics and furnishings. The walls are painted in Resene Atlas, skirting board painted in Resene Barometer and furniture painted in metallic Resene Blast Grey 1.