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The art of neutrals: Our top five living room looks you’re sure to love
20 Feb 2025
Neutrals are the ultimate foundation for a beautifully designed living room. Whether you love soft, warm tones or crisp, modern whites, Resene's range of neutrals offers endless possibilities for layering textures,…
A stylishly organised home: Decluttering with design in mind
12 Feb 2025
A well-organised home can work wonders for your mental and emotional well-being. The good news is you don’t have to sacrifice your favourite colours to maintain a peaceful and clutter-free space.…
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…
Here comes the sun: See how yellow can brighten your home
15 Aug 2024
What's guaranteed with yellow is the lengths it will go to brighten up your home. And with homes celebrating well-being and self-care like never before, yellow finds its home in…
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…
Red-letter days: How to use this rosy shade in your home
10 Jul 2024
Warm, bold, chic or cosy – red can do it all. From glam to retro, bright to burnished, red hues bring personality and style to your interior. And while winter…
Finding your style: Minimalism vs. Maximalism in home design
26 Jun 2024
Throughout history two contrasting styles have captured the attention of homeowners and designers – minimalist and maximalist. Each offers a unique approach to aesthetics, space and individual expression and it…
Warm vs cool: Deciding on the right colour palette for your home
11 Apr 2024
Generally speaking, cool colours are blues, greens and purples, while warm colours are reds, oranges and yellows. However, it is possible to have a cool colour with a warm undertone…
Easy outdoor ideas to up your entertaining game this summer
17 Jan 2024
Summer is here, and there’s nothing quite like a fresh outdoor space to spend time with family and friends while we enjoy the warm weather. While you might have the…
Paint it black: Bold and brilliant ideas for using this dark shade at home
23 Nov 2023
In New Zealand, we embrace the colour black with our sports teams, fashion and our homes! Black is a great colour choice for your home as it can be striking…
Purple passion: Five ways to embrace this regal hue in your home
14 Nov 2023
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. You can help to support a good cause by Hosting a ‘Big Purple Dinner’ your way! Eat purple, dress purple, decorate with purple and…
Dive into tranquillity: Refreshing blue hues for your bathroom
07 Nov 2023
When it comes to home design, bathrooms often take a back seat to more frequently visited rooms like the kitchen or living room. But, in our quest to create the…
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…
Exploring the psychology of colour in interior design
25 Jul 2023
When it comes to interior design, colour plays a vital role in creating the desired ambiance and influencing our emotions. Understanding the psychology behind paint colours will allow you to…
Red hot interiors: Make a statement with these vibrant décor ideas
11 Jul 2023
The colour red has long been associated with passion, energy and a sense of vibrancy. However, its use in home decor has evolved over the years, offering a range of…
An enchanting 114-year-old villa transformation: From tired to timeless
30 May 2023
Amber and John’s Christchurch home has a youthful glow. The 114-year-old double-bay villa is resplendent with thistle-detailed cornices and blooming ceiling roses, a timeless quality not lost on the couple,…
Beyond the ordinary: A home adorned in bold colours
04 May 2023
Homeowners Jon and Natasha wanted a home that was exciting, spacious and social, with pops of bold colour throughout. With a joint effort from kitchen designer Alison (Ali) Withers and…
‘Home sweet organised home’ - Tips for decluttering in style
04 Apr 2023
Having an organised home can do wonders for your mental and emotional well-being. You can still enjoy a peaceful and harmonious home without forsaking your favourite shades. With a bit…
Make your garden pop with these colourful ideas
02 Mar 2023
‘Leaf’ it to us to give you some wonderful tips and inspiration to take your garden to the next level. All you need are some Resene paints in your favourite…
5 ways to transform your outdoor space
18 Jan 2023
Summer is here, even though the recent weather may not suggest so. Now is a great time to refresh your outdoor space, whether you want to add a pop of…
Resene Cinderella stories -– Before and after exterior transformations
18 Dec 2022
Happy-ever-after stories aren’t just reserved for fairy tales. These exterior home transformations show that even grand old dames can become belles of the ball with a touch of Resene colour.
Fit…
Entertain outdoors in style this holiday season with these tips for decorating courtyards, gardens and patios
08 Dec 2022
Got friends or family visiting for the summer? With the holiday season and Christmas right around the corner Resene has some great tips for sprucing up your outdoor space and…
Blushing with pride, interior stylist Amber Armitage has a modern take on classic Kiwi bach colours
01 Dec 2022
During the uncertainty of the pandemic, Amber Armitage knew one thing for certain when she saw a real estate listing for a home in Mangawhai - she had to buy…
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…
Wow, wow, wow! This 1893 villa’s Victorian-inspired colour palette is a must-see
06 Jul 2022
Rachel’s home is rich in history, having long peered out towards Auckland’s harbour on Buchanan Street. One of Devonport’s earliest villas, the iconic home’s interior has just received a head-to-toe…
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…
Know your blues: Eight dreamy blues to consider (and how to pick one for your home)
19 May 2022
There’s nothing that sets a mood in a room like blue does. An incredibly versatile colour, blue can be refreshing, tranquil or moody. Its numerous shades can work as a…
Get the Bridgerton look with these Regencycore inspired trends
24 Mar 2022
Whether you’ve delved into the TV genre of period dramas or not, Regency era interiors are all the rage and are here for us to take a little opulent inspiration…
In the purple – shades of mauve, lilac and aubergine are frontrunners in 2022
26 Jan 2022
Whether your pick is a full-on purple or more of a neutral undertone, it’s easy to find a purple to suit your personality and home. Purple is a bold and brave…
Eight Resene dark greens and how to use them
16 Dec 2021
Green is a colour that can evoke powerful emotion, it’s a dominant colour in nature associated with renewal and life and so represents harmony, balance and peace. And who doesn’t…
Nature-inspired interior ideas: Bring the outdoors in with colour
11 Nov 2021
There’s nothing better than a seamless indoor/outdoor flow during the warmer months; the breeze flowing through your lounge or opening up the sliding doors to invite the garden inside. But…
How to get the luxe look on a budget: Elegant Resene wallpapers and paint colours to try
21 Oct 2021
Three words come to mind when we think of the luxe look: stylish, sophisticated, expensive. But living in style doesn’t have to break the bank. With some nifty hacks and…
Recharging colour ideas to give your home a pick me up (in under 48 hours)
14 Oct 2021
If you’re after a splash of joy in your life, we have the perfect projects to give your home a revitalising renovation. Embrace the warmer weather and bright Resene paints…
The hottest paint colours and decorating trends for 2022
29 Sep 2021
Creativity is on trend this year and the hottest Resene paint colours are here to help. We all have our own unique and wonderful style, so much so that some…
Functional or fashionable? Bold batten ideas to inspire your interiors
22 Jul 2021
Batten down and get ready for an elegant design hack to embellish your interiors. Gone are the days of battens being solely used for fastenings and functional purposes. Now, battens…
Why neutral lovers should try pastels: Seven spectacular ways to incorporate pastels in your home
24 Jun 2021
Soft, simple, and playful, pastels are back – and these gentle tones will pack unexpected punch to your interior. Embrace the optimism of the 50s in your home with Resene’s…
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…
Makeup artist gives her villa a character makeover with bold pops of colour including blush pink
11 Mar 2021
Makeup artist Amber Carroll is used to transforming her clients for weddings and photoshoots, so when it came to her own she was keen to give it a bit of…
6 bright and beautiful yellow ideas for your home
28 Jan 2021
Add street appeal with a yellow front door. The door on this villa is painted in Resene Turbo with Resene White on the trim and weatherboards in Resene Triple Concrete.…
Going, going gone: Expert shares décor and colour tips that will help sell your home
28 Jan 2021
Considering selling your house? Interior designer Meisha Campbell has styled many homes for customers who are putting their homes on the market. She shares her top tips for attracting potential…
Spring to it: Six ways to decorate your deck and make the most of outdoor living
04 Oct 2021
Decks are a transformative part of the home. Not only do they instantly extend your living area, but there's nothing better than enjoying a crisp spring day or long summer…
5 two-toned rooms that’ll make you want to double your colour
07 Oct 2020
‘Twice the colour, twice the impact’ is a maxim that can apply to a lot things, but it is especially true of interiors. Dividing your walls from your wainscotting, your…
9 stylists weigh in on the hottest trending colours to decorate with now
02 Sep 2020
We’ve found ourselves in the midst of a unique time in history that has thrown us all for a curve. Whatever our plans were, they’ve either been disrupted, cancelled, shifted…
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…
An atmospheric paint palette gives this hardworking Hamilton house a feel-good refresh
26 Aug 2020
Anna loves her house. She’s made a lifetime of happy family memories in the Hamilton home she’s shared with husband Grieg and their children for the past eight years. In…
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…
The ins and outs of painting in winter
01 Jul 2020
Painting the house, inside or out, is something that usually sits on that endless list of home renovation or maintenance jobs earmarked for spring and summer – or worse, the…
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…
The power of purple
09 Jul 2014
Purple is one of those colours that we can't seem to get enough of. Other on-trend colours swirl about our interiors while purple, and its quieter sidekick mauve, may wax and wane… but…
Glenn and Mandy reclaim the bach vibe
11 Jan 2016
When Glenn and Mandy got together with their architects to plan their Taupo bach rebuild, it was a meeting of creative minds. The result is a beautifully detailed dwelling, and…
Brooke’s garden design goes with the flow
02 Feb 2016
When landscape designer Brooke Mitchell was told the brief for this garden, it was music to his ears. Especially with a stunning mountainous setting such as this. The owners wanted…
Sonia and Yasmine chase away the shadows
04 Apr 2016
When two designers collaborated on a project south of Sydney, they turned a gloomy, shadowy home into a sophisticated retreat with a striking palette of Resene neutral colours. And they…
Create the best black and white scheme
25 Mar 2016
You’d think it would the easiest colour scheme in the world to create – black and white. It’s certainly a striking and dramatic combo that can be adapted to many…
Debbie gets fearless with colour
05 May 2016
One room is bright orange, another is turquoise, a third is bright blue and the living room sports a rampant floral wallpaper from Resene. Designer Debbie Omond doesn’t shy away…
Amber’s awesome colour curation
04 Apr 2016
Put a stylist and a bunch of Resene testpots and Resene Multi-finish palettes in a room, give them an Instagram challenge… and this is what you get. A collection of…
Form meets colour
26 May 2016
When local furniture manufacturer Platform 10 wanted to showcase their new ranges, stylist Amber Armitage turned to Resene colour to help highlight the furniture’s contemporary lines and versatile good looks.
Designers reveal their dream spaces
13 Oct 2016
Last week, the winners of the NZ Interior Design Awards were announced, in a competition asking designers to create a room around the theme 'My Dream Space'.
Using paint by Resene and their…
Gwen and Lloyd's retreat among the Waikato hills
30 Mar 2017
South Africa, England, Hong Kong... and finally, New Zealand. Gwen and Lloyd Bryce have lived in a fair few countries, but it's among the hills of the Waikato where they've decided to…
Bryce and Olivia switch up the industrial look
22 Jun 2017
Bryce and Olivia Mael like to do things differently, and so when it came to designing their new Hamilton home, they found a look that’s perfectly them.
With walls freshly painted…
Ideas for small space living
20 Jul 2017
Small space living is a hot topic in property circles, as many flock to the idea of downsizing and living comfortably in a way that takes up less space. If you're…
Jo and Jeremy swap beige with beautiful
14 Sep 2017
Out with the beige. This was the mantra of Jo and Jeremy when renovating their Hamilton villa, painting over the beige walls inside their home with modern, hint-of-pink Resene neutrals – from soft blush Resene Just Right…
Amber's colours of travel
14 Sep 2017
?Travel enriches our understanding of the world, delving into rich, new cultures and exploring landscapes that take your breath away. Stylist Amber Armitage recently set off on a world trip, and was…
Andy and Nate's winning home on The Block NZ
21 Sep 2017
After twelve weeks of intense renovating, The Block NZ teams went to auction last Sunday night, selling the four terraced homes based in Auckland's Northcote. Andy and Nate took out the…
Amber and Tony take modernist to the bush
09 Nov 2017
Hidden beneath bush-clad hills, this striking modernist home manages to look right at home in its surroundings – thanks to the clear vision of its homeowners Tony Stoddard and Amber Bill.
The couple spent…
Amber brings her happy place home
26 Apr 2018
Many of us have a ‘happy place’ – a particular spot, town or location that makes us feel good. Your happy place might be a particular type, like a bush…
Corina and David bring colour to castle living
31 May 2018
Your home is your castle, so the saying goes. Except for Corina Montgomery and David Lawrence, their home is exactly that… a castle set on a flat 7000 square metre…
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…
Rod and Heather’s captivating Cape Cod cottage
29 Nov 2018
With its cape-cod style architecture and fresh blue Resene French Pass exterior, Heather and Rod Claycomb’s Sand Dollar Cottage in Matarangi is a real head-turner.
The couple built the new building…
Our stylists’ current colour loves and how to use them in your home
12 Sep 2019
Recently, we asked some of our stylists what Resene colours they’re most looking forward to using in their own homes and upcoming projects.
What did we learn? The popularity of pink…
Amanda and Steve make a massive move and end up with their dream home
22 Oct 2019
Homeowners Amanda and Steve found the perfect piece of land in the heart of the Waikato with the intention of developing a Clydesdale stud and horse care facility. The couple…
You won’t believe what this home looks like now
16 Jan 2020
Situated at the end of a lovely cul de sac in Hamilton, not far from the river, Lisa’s home is a standard Huntly brick bungalow. Built in the 1980s, the…
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