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The art of joy: Designing a home that smiles back
23 Apr 2025
As the days get shorter and the weather turns grey, our homes become more than just a place to retreat – they become our daily dose of sunshine. Creating a…
Unique nature-inspired ideas for every room in your home
27 Feb 2025
Bringing the outdoors in is a wonderful way to create a refreshing and uplifting atmosphere in your home. With stunning Resene wallpapers inspired by nature, you can transform any room…
Taking your minimalist space to the next level with paints and wallpapers
30 Jan 2025
Minimalism is more than just a design trend – it’s a way of life that celebrates simplicity, functionality and the beauty of restraint. However, minimalism doesn’t have to mean plain…
Work it out: Fresh ideas for your home office
22 Jan 2025
After a well-deserved holiday break, diving back into work might feel a bit daunting. But what if your home office could inspire productivity, creativity and maybe even a touch of…
Tis the season: Three ways to make your home festive this Christmas
05 Dec 2024
Christmas is a time to deck the halls, but why stop there? Transform your entire living space into a festive wonderland with the perfect colour palette and thoughtful decorations. With…
Bringing the outdoors in: Nature-inspired interiors with paints and wallpapers
20 Nov 2024
Infuse your home with the calm and beauty of nature by embracing earthy tones, leafy patterns and lush greens. Nature-inspired interiors have the power to create tranquil spaces that nurture…
Mid-century inspired designs: Our top picks and how to get the look
16 Oct 2024
A mid-century inspired home is characterised by a minimalist yet functional aesthetic, with a strong emphasis on clean lines, organic shapes and an integration with nature. If this type of…
Restful retreats: Designing bedrooms with tranquillity in mind
09 Oct 2024
Bedrooms are our personal sanctuaries, spaces where we seek peace, rest and rejuvenation. Whether you're looking to create a haven of calm or a bold, expressive retreat, the right combination…
Stunning bathroom and powder room ideas – plus our top tips!
25 Sep 2024
Bathrooms and powder rooms are more than just functional spaces – they’re areas of your home that can make a big design statement. Whether you want a relaxing retreat or…
Designing a colour-blind friendly home
06 Aug 2024
Creating a visually appealing home that is accommodating for those who are colour-blind requires thoughtful colour selection and pairing. By choosing the right colours and combinations, you can craft an…
Afternoon delights: Quick and colourful projects to try at home
24 Jul 2024
Picture the scene: you’ve got a free afternoon and you feel like getting busy with a craft idea. This is where Resene testpots come into their own – just the…
Bring nature indoors with a biophilic design
03 Jul 2024
Biophilic design, a concept rooted in our intrinsic connection to nature, will always be a popular choice for home interiors. By incorporating natural elements and themes into your living space,…
A home fit for the ton: Bridgerton inspired décor ideas
12 Jun 2024
The lavish, Regency-era aesthetic of the popular TV show Bridgerton has captivated viewers around the world, and we must admit, the luxurious patterns, historical hues and delicate pastel tones of…
How to make the most of small spaces in your home
28 May 2024
Making the most of small rooms or empty walls in your home can transform underutilised areas into functional and stylish spaces. Whether you’re looking to add a workspace, update a…
Breaking the mould: Inside Emilie and Hugh's colourful home
24 Apr 2024
This is one home that breaks the mould with its exuberant use of colour. Emilie and Hugh’s house is not just a dwelling, but a canvas of vibrant hues and…
Embrace serenity: Creating a blue zone home
17 Apr 2024
In a world that often feels fast-paced and chaotic, creating spaces within our homes that foster serenity and promote well-being has become increasingly important. Inspired by the concept of ‘Blue…
How to create a chic and elegant space using purple
06 Mar 2024
Let’s face it, purple may not be the first colour that comes to mind when we think about home design, however, it’s all in how you use it. You might…
Get funky with these vintage and retro looks
28 Feb 2024
The appeal of vintage and retro aesthetics continues to endure in home décor, offering a timeless charm that transcends eras. Resene paints and wallpapers provide the perfect canvas to recreate…
Beyond the shore: Coastal chic with Resene paints and wallpapers
22 Feb 2024
If you dream of waking up to the gentle sound of waves and the soothing scent of the sea, why not bring some coastal charm into your home? Resene paints…
Unique nature inspired ideas for your home office
15 Feb 2024
It’s that time of year when most of us are back to work after a long, relaxing break. No doubt a lot of this time was spent outdoors enjoying the…
A symphony of colours: Bauhaus inspired makeover in Wellington
05 Feb 2024
Inspired by a woman they had never met, the homeowners of this 1950s home embarked on a colourful journey through time.
Visitors to Ann Shelton and Duncan Munro’s Wellington home often…
Breathe new life into your bach with these stylish paint and wallpaper ideas
20 Dec 2023
Ah, the quintessential bach and holiday home over summer. If yours is looking a little dated, then these quick Resene paint and wallpaper ideas will give your space the spruce…
Christmassy crafts: Last minute festive touches for your home
13 Dec 2023
Embrace the spirit of the season with these delightful last-minute Christmas crafts using Resene paints, bringing festive charm to your home in a uniquely creative way. These simple, cost-effective projects,…
Tis the season: Five festive and stylish ideas for your home
06 Dec 2023
When it comes to decorating your home for Christmas, it doesn’t have to be all traditional green and red with mountains of tinsel. Using some simple tricks and styling ideas,…
Warm up your home: Paint it orange for Arthritis NZ
31 Oct 2023
When it comes to decorating your home, paint plays a crucial role in setting the mood and defining your living spaces. Colours have the power to transform any room from…
Six living room looks that are sure to give you inspiration for your home
25 Oct 2023
Transform your living space into a haven of style and comfort with six exquisite living room inspiration looks that are bound to ignite your creativity. From timeless elegance to vibrant…
Classic meets contemporary in this stunning Sydney home
25 Oct 2023
The process of turning a house into a home is a journey filled with creativity, innovation and an eye for detail. Interior designer Julieanne Henry was tasked with breathing new…
Wallpaper inspiration: Six trendy looks from new Resene Wallpaper Collections
17 Oct 2023
From subtle neutrals to vibrant colours and extravagant Versace designs, you’re sure to find your dream wallpaper in these collections We’re taking a look at a design from each of…
Designing your perfect home interior using mood boards
04 Oct 2023
Creating the perfect ambiance in your home is a combination of personal style, well selected colour and attention to detail. Mood boards can be an invaluable tool to get you…
The enchanting world of flowercore home décor
01 Aug 2023
If you enjoy embracing nature and bringing the outdoors in, this delightful interior design trend is for you. This whimsical style will infuse your home with an aura of tranquillity…
Biophilic bliss: Incorporating nature-inspired paint schemes and wallpapers into your home
04 Jul 2023
Embrace the tranquillity of nature within the confines of your home with the enchanting concept of biophilic bliss. We’ll show you how to incorporate nature inspired Resene paint colours and…
Prints charming: Wallpaper inspiration to elevate your home interior
30 May 2023
In the realm of interior design, few elements possess the transformative power quite like wallpaper. It is a creative medium that allows you to infuse your personal spaces with an…
Creating your dream bedroom: 5 ideas that will elevate your sleep space
23 May 2023
Your bedroom is more than just a space for rest and relaxation, it's a personal sanctuary where dreams are nurtured and rejuvenation takes flight. The design of your bedroom plays…
An office transformed into a beautiful and functional family home
17 May 2023
When Tina and her family saw their now home advertised on Trade Me as an office, they saw potential right away. Upon viewing the structure, Tina immediately felt that she…
From bland to grand: Transform your space with a feature wall
22 Mar 2023
Are the rooms in your home looking a little flat? Or maybe you’re tired of seeing the same old colour on each wall? A feature wall might be just what…
6 ways to make the most of small spaces
25 Jan 2023
Do you find yourself walking past a dull corner or room in your house and wonder what you can do with such a small space? Or perhaps you have a…
5 spring greens to refresh your home
09 Nov 2022
Much has been written about the versatility of green in interior decorating and design. Its reputation for versatility is well-earned. There’s a Resene green to suit to every person, every…
7 cream, white and grey Resene wallpapers that let neutral palettes shine
27 Oct 2022
Opting for neutral tones doesn't need to mean predictable. If your home design features lots of cream, white or grey, selecting a neutral-coloured design from the Resene Wallpaper Collection is…
Resene blues for every room – and blues for outdoors: 30+ blue paints you’ll adore
20 Oct 2022
When it comes to designing with colour, blue is one of the all-time classics. There is a blue to suit every taste, every mood and every broader colour scheme or…
Spring into action: Get your outdoor areas ready for summer
05 Oct 2022
Dust off your DIY and maintenance skills, it’s that time of year when we all race outside to enjoy some warmer weather and realise there’s some work to do to…
Townhouse undergoes creative transformation with Resene wood stains and stenciled interiors
22 Sep 2022
When Katherine bought her two-story townhouse in 2113, she almost needed to wear sunglasses indoors, so bright was the interior decor.
“Everything was pink – every wall, every trim, door and…
Home design ideas to help you brush up on your artistic side
15 Sep 2022
While we’re all fond of blocks of bold colour, or swathes of sophisticated neutrals in our interiors, sometimes they might just need a little bit of extra artistic flair.
Adding unexpected…
Personal space: five bedroom styles that beckon
08 Sep 2022
Bedrooms are personal sanctuaries where we want to relax and retreat. They’re also a place where you can experiment to create an interior style that really reflects your personality.
Because they’re…
Invite the sun in and relax with resort-style interiors
01 Sep 2022
Although travel is once again in full swing and the lapping waters of foreign lands may be calling, why not consider a one-way trip to the tropics at home? Channel…
Transform a room with colour: 3 interior designers dish their top tips
29 Jun 2022
It can be overwhelming or even downright intimidating figuring out how to incorporate colour into your home. Perhaps there’s a space you love but you know it could do with…
Travel-inspired interiors: 5 looks to transport you
16 Jun 2022
Who said you had to leave your home to gain all the glorious inspiration travel offers? Take a voyage across the globe by incorporating these travel-inspired Resene colours and wallpapers…
Friluftsliv: The Scandi interior trend taking the world by storm
26 May 2022
Friluftsliv is a Norwegian philosophy making a big impact in interiors– even if most people don’t know how to say it. Pronounced ‘free-loofts-liv’, the phrase loosely translates to ‘free air…
Check it out: Channel the checkerboard with these interior looks
12 May 2022
Checked patterns are by no means new in the design world, popular since the Renaissance period in Europe. But the classic staggered arrangement of contrasting squares has experienced a resurgence…
A California bungalow damaged in the Christchurch earthquakes, is now sitting pretty in Japandi-style soft neutrals
05 May 2022
Liesbeth and Ewout’s Californian bungalow built in 1934 once sat four kilometres down the road from its current location. The couple, originally from the Netherlands, bought the home when they…
Trend alert: Six colours we can’t get enough of right now
21 Apr 2022
Like trends in fashion, building design or music, our collective taste in colours is constantly evolving. Our fondness for certain colours is influenced by all sorts of external factors from pop…
A travel-inspired terracotta family home with heart
07 Apr 2022
Helen and Phil’s Auckland home exudes life and warmth, so much so it almost wouldn’t surprise you to find a beating heart right in the middle of it. Collected treasures…
An interior designer’s modern twist on her 1920s bungalow
30 Mar 2022
Until recently, interior designer Sonja Low’s 1920s bungalow was decked out in aging 80s apricots and faded yellows. Rolling up her sleeves, Sonja got to work modernising the family home…
Five feature wall ideas to give your home the X-factor
17 Mar 2022
If you’re looking to add instant wow-factor to a bland room, a feature wall is calling your name. They’re relatively simple to create but can pack a punch in terms…
Revamp any room with a painted arch: Five curvaceous ideas
09 Mar 2022
If there’s a room in your home that you feel needs a little reinvention, a painted archway could be just what you need. A complete room refresher doesn’t mean you…
Liveable luxury at home: 5 ideas for a touch of affordable glam
02 Mar 2022
Luxury means something different to everybody. We often associate it with opulence and wealth, but luxury can be as simple as 30 minutes of peace and quiet to read a…
Which white is right?: How to choose the best Resene white or neutral for your home
24 Feb 2022
Did you know that among Resene’s top 20 most popular paint colours, 18 of them are variations of white.
White is one of the most versatile - and most commonly…
Popular and enduring shades of Resene blue inspired by sea and sky
10 Feb 2022
In a subtropical climate like ours, it’s easy to be drawn to an ocean-inspired colour palette full of beachy blues. Whether you choose one of the neutrals with a hint…
A kaleidoscope of colour creates the ‘wow’ factor in a 72 sqm apartment
02 Feb 2022
When Lynette first viewed the Mt. Maunganui flat she would eventually buy, she knew it wouldn’t be staying Resene Tea for very long.
No, for Lynette, bold colour is far…
Five colour and style trends we’re going to see everywhere in 2022
12 Jan 2022
As 2022 gets underway, nature is inspiring all areas of interior design, from botanical prints and natural materials to paint colours. The desire for calming and restful interiors that counter…
A country bungalow gets a second life with gorgeous greys and youthful blues and greens
15 Dec 2021
When Chrissie and Tony Kavanagh moved to Cambridge with their two daughters, they loved the heritage feel of the Waikato town. They found their dream house in a hundred-year-old bungalow…
Get the most out of outdoor living with the colours of your favourite travel destinations
08 Dec 2021
An outdoor space is like having an extra room in your house, and with all the time spent at home lately, those lucky enough to have a patio or deck…
Off the wall: Get creative with these ideas for fabulous floors and clever ceilings
04 Nov 2021
You’ll be floored by the results when you look beyond your four walls and start treating your floor and ceiling as part of your creative canvas. Consider the ceiling and…
Take it outside: Simple tips and tricks for painting the exterior of your home
27 Oct 2021
It’s a big, intimidating task, but painting your home’s exterior can instantly boost its resale value and has a huge effect on the way you feel about your home. First…
5 tried and tested whites and neutrals - that make your space come together
23 Sep 2021
While we’re obsessed with Resene’s bold range of vibrant colours and daring hues, it’s often their carefully considered range of whites and neutrals that inspire homeowners when it comes to…
Our favourite colours for positivity and wellness
25 Aug 2021
Colour yourself happy with our top calming colour picks. With many of us working from home, it’s time to start creating spaces that work for us. Colour psychology states that…
Three’s The Block NZ picks up the pace with Kid’s Bedroom week
01 Jul 2021
Another exciting week on Three’s The Block NZ saw the four teams create five colourful Kid’s Bedrooms. With $7000 on the line, the teams continued to up the ante treating…
Shortland Street behind the scenes: Michael Galvin shares his thoughts on Chris Warner’s colourful new townhouse PLUS check out the Warner house through the ages
24 Jun 2021
On 17 May Kiwis were glued to the screen, watching in shock as Chris Warner’s house went up in smoke. Shortland Street’s drastic cliff-hanger saw the beautiful beige home of…
A derelict century-old Carterton villa is restored to its original glory (you won't believe what it used to look like)
13 May 2021
Chessa Stevens realised her childhood dream when she restored this century-old villa. As a young girl, Chessa remembers driving past the dilapidated house in her hometown of Carterton and wishing…
Know your whites: 13 whites and neutrals to consider (and how to pick one for your home)
05 May 2021
When it comes to repainting your home, chances are your colour palette will include some off-whites – whether that’s just for the trims and joinery or tip to toe. But…
Calming interior colours: Six pretty-quick fixes that’ll help you relax to the max.
07 Apr 2021
Is there a space at your place in which you can really switch off? Everybody needs a little time away, and with Resene paints and a little know-how, that can…
Five on-trend seasonal autumn updates that are easy to achieve
18 Mar 2021
Loving the end of the golden weather and ready to flip the script? As the blues and greens of summer turn to autumnal ambers and browns, Resene paints come into…
A 1970s Lockwood is transformed into a Scandi-inspired delight with Resene Spanish White
18 Mar 2021
When Nathalie and Ross bought their 1970s era Lockwood home in 2019, they knew they had bought a quality home from a local Kiwi company. When they renovated their beautiful…
Holiday at home: A Hurunui home inspired by international travel
16 Feb 2021
Meg and Tom have painted memories into the walls of their home. Well, Meg did all the painting, but Tom, who has been busy on their Hurunui cattle and sheep…
Minor changes that make a big impact: Ways to improve a rental property using paint
20 Jan 2021
Painting walls and furniture are two minor changes you can make to rental properties. When painting walls seek written permission from a landlord. The green wall block is painted in…
Going coastal: How to create the laid-back beachy bach look using blues and whites
17 Dec 2020
There’s nothing like getting away from it all to shed the stresses of everyday life. A change of scene with a vacation at a bach, crib or holiday house creates…
Create peaceful and relaxed festive flair with beach-themed Christmas decorations
02 Dec 2020
For many of us, Christmas at the beach resonates more than festive scenes with snowflakes and snowmen. This year has been quite a year. Make the festive season as relaxing…
Georgian-style heritage home gets a light and breezy refresh with Resene Double Sea Fog
02 Dec 2020
When it comes to an expensive lunch in the Hunter Valley Scott Bentley and his partner Guy may hold the record. However, it wasn’t an expensive shiraz which blew the…
Try these home office ideas for a stylish working nook
18 Nov 2020
The adage ‘dress for success’ is also true of office nooks. Having a work space at home that’s organised and conducive to your practice, projects and thought processes is a…
How to instantly refresh your home with yellow
28 Oct 2020
Tart yet radiant, yellow is the secret to your home’s day-long golden hour. While it’s used most frequently as an accent colour to bring an acidic punch or a certain…
6 beautiful blue rooms that will convince you that it’s time to redecorate
09 Sep 2020
Restful, relaxing and reassuring, blue hues have long been used to create tranquil spaces in our homes. A colour that calls to mind the sea and the sky, it’s ideal…
Try these on trend hues to paint your space with positivity
26 Aug 2020
With many of our best laid plans long since out the window, we’ve hunkered down at home and rediscovered a love for making the most of what we have. From…
How to embrace your inner maximalist with a carefully curated collection
19 Aug 2020
Thanks to Marie Kondo’s ‘KonMari’ method, the successfully organised among us have managed to minimalise our homes to stark perfection. And while elegant neutral walls, soft curves and earthy, homespun…
10 unique ways to enliven your floors with paint
29 Jul 2020
When it comes to floors, we often forget that a paintbrush is a great option for giving them a colourful refresh. Much like your walls, your ‘sixth wall’ – the floor…
These eight mini mural ideas will transform your walls
08 Jul 2020
If you’re wanting to make a statement in your space, lending an ear to the old adage ‘a little goes a long way’ could be just the ticket. For those…
An old bungalow is brought back to life with hard work and shadowy blues
08 Jul 2020
Jason knows when to trust his instincts. When he first set eyes on this 1920s Californian bungalow in the heart of New Lynn, he immediately fell in love with its…
These design pros tell us which three Resene colours they’re crushing on
15 Jun 2020
As we enter a new season, it’s natural to want to change things up around the home. What better than a new colour scheme to freshen up your bedroom or…
Claire and Aaron craft an eclectic dream world out of a 1940s cottage
04 Jun 2020
Set on a large mature section nestled above Little Shoal Bay on Auckland’s North Shore is a sweet 1940s brick-fronted cottage. Now owned by Claire and Aaron, the home is…
8 colours to cosy up to this winter
28 May 2020
Starting to feel the winter blues? The mercury may be dropping, but there is a silver living: now’s the perfect time to fluff up your interiors and introduce beautiful Resene…
Colours of the sand and sea
31 Jan 2013
Mellow, aged tones with weathered texture and washed shades of sea blue and sandy golds. These are the colours of the sea and shore, but you certainly don’t need to…
Be a man, get a cave
03 Jun 2014
Warning: this article will reinforce gender stereotypes. It has to. It’s about man caves.
The man cave has been around for centuries providing men with a hub in which they can…
Cindy and Neville seize the eco moment
03 Jul 2014
Building a new farmhouse-style home in semi-rural Auckland gave Cindy and Neville Poole a chance to use up-to-the-minute energy efficient and eco-friendly products – including Resene VOC-free paint.
Having lived…
Ann and Noel mix soft with hard
30 Oct 2014
A careful blend of quiet Resene colours to sit alongside the raw beauty of plywood and concrete has resulted in a stunning home that responds to its wind-swept Wairarapa setting.
When…
Heidi and Kim's storybook apartment
15 Jan 2015
‘Globetrotter’ is an apt description of Heidi, of Yohm Interiors, and husband Kim.
For several years, the couple has split their time between working and living in London, exploring Europe, and…
Rick and Carolyn’s elegantly grand ‘barn’
26 Jul 2015
When Rick and Carolyn Thompson were looking for a new home, the classic lines of Customkit’s designs allowed them to create a home that’s strikingly simple… yet a little bit…
Millie and Duncan's special memory home
20 Aug 2015
A new home that combines character and charm, and a stunning palette of Resene colours is the result of a true family collaboration… and stands in memory to a very…
Colour trending: mono goes ethnic
31 Dec 2015
Black and white has been a classic interior colour combo for… well, forever. Now stylist Gem Adams takes this ultra versatile monochromatic palette and gives it a twist for today.…
Tracy revives a kiwi icon
14 Dec 2015
One kiwi icon met another when Tracy Murphy transformed her ex Lockwood showhome with Resene paint. Both Lockwood and Resene are New Zealand companies born mid last century… and both are…
Blake and Gabs find the right white
31 Dec 2015
White airy homes are all the rage these days, and with good reason. Paint your walls the right white, and you're inviting glorious light and space to any room – it's so natural and so…
A world of colour
09 Dec 2015
Colourist Megan Harrison-Turner takes us to exotic places, and shows how colour can bring a little bit of overseas into our homes.
Moroccan spice
Inspiring writers, poets and designers for decades, the…
Colour trending: pastels as neutrals
08 Dec 2015
For many more cautious colour users, these muted pastels are a great step up from neutral colours. They still have that easy-on-the-eye appeal and flexibility of neutrals like grey and greige but they give a…
Anita turns on some rustic homely charm
21 Jan 2016
It’s always a dilemma for an interior designer when their ‘client’ could be… well, anyone. When Anita Thomas was asked by Navigation Homes of Wellington to design the interiors for…
5 top winter colours for 2016
20 May 2016
This season’s top colours for winter are a mix of deep rich tones, as well as those with a distinct hippy retro vibe. All are rich, some are dark –…
Decorating a bach
29 Nov 2016
Will your bach be a sea of appropriately themed accessories and colours? Will it be chaotic collection of handy-me-down bits and bobs? Or will it be somewhere in between –…
Get the best from bronzy browns
30 Mar 2017
Nutty, leathery, rich and smooth – there’s something about bronzy and terracotta browns that warm the soul. These are the colours of cosiness - feel-good tones that speak of autumn…
Bruce and Denise’s utterly artful approach
23 Mar 2017
Denise Bryce and Bruce Church have managed to combine a love of three things… all in the one house. They love art, hospitality and colour, so their recently established Arthouse Bed…
The rise of the reading nook
23 Mar 2017
Has open-plan living had its day? Some commentators would say so, or at least point to the increasing desire for smaller, personalised spaces.
While we might still have an open-plan kitchen…
Bring the country look to your home
09 May 2017
If you love the country look, but live a fair distance from anywhere remotely rural, that's okay. There's a way for city dwellers to integrate all the charm and atmosphere of country living into…
It’s all in the family for Debbie and Brett
01 Jun 2017
With six children and 12 grandchildren under their belt, you can understand why having a home with plenty of space is important to Debbie and Brett.
When designing their new build, they thought…
Which Resene white to choose: Find the right white paint for your home
29 Jun 2017
Alabaster, chalk, ivory, cream… which is which? There are so many wonderful Resene whites to choose from.
All whites are not created equal… and that’s particularly true with paint colour.…
Turn your home from brr to brilliant
27 Jul 2017
Winter is well and truly upon us... and if you're feeling less than cosy in your home, it may be time for a few interior touch-ups. Changing your home from brrr to…
Paul's tour-worthy garden design
05 Oct 2017
Garden and house tours are the perfect opportunity to release your inner voyeur, be inspired by the work our clever local designers and homeowners, and to imagine transporting the ideas…
John goes vibrant with harbour side views
12 Apr 2018
With walls swimming in vibrant Resene blues and jewel-toned greens to reflect the views of the Wellington harbour, the colour palette of this home is a world away from its…
Franny’s home goes from blah to bold
03 May 2018
After six years living in a “dull and dreary” home, Franny had finally had enough and decided it was high time to bring more of her personality into the interiors…
Bold and beautiful colour awards announced
30 Aug 2018
The winners of this year’s Resene Total Colour Award were announced at a gala evening last night, with some unexpectedly bold projects taking top honours.
From a full-on pink dining room,…
Sonia creates a live-in work of art
04 Oct 2018
This 1960s architecturally designed house in Cronulla, New South Wales, has been given much more than a facelift with a new coat of paint. Sonia van de Haar, creative director…
Lara and Isaac’s artful and magical makeover
01 Nov 2018
The day after Lara Bui and Isaac Weston bought their 1970s home in Matua, Bay of Plenty, in 2010 they launched into a renovation with gusto. It would turn out…
A sophisticated slate bedroom gets a tropical twist
24 Jan 2019
When you think about a traditional tropical interior, it often evokes images of green palm leaves, pink flamingos and light-coloured cane furniture in bright sun-drenched rooms. This colour scheme –…
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