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Inside an eclectic Wellington home
28 May 2026
Erin and Brendan bought their 1920s Californian bungalow in Lyall Bay in late 2023. Already a good home, the couple saw an opportunity to make it feel even more like…
A 100-year-old bungalow refreshed in soft neutrals
07 May 2026
Holly’s home settles gently into its surroundings. A calm, coastal bungalow that feels both grounded and lived in. Although rewind a few years, and the story looked very different.
“In 2018,…
Mid-century mood meets heritage charm
11 Feb 2026
This house has that perfectly pleasing feel you only really get when colour, light and layout are all pulling in the same direction. An early 1900s bungalow on paper, now…
The Resene Black White refresh that brought this villa back to life
29 Jan 2026
When Amy and Ashton, two young lawyers, bought their Birkenhead home two years ago, they knew they were getting something special. The house was an old villa, with “beautiful artistic…
A home that thrives in the dark
03 Dec 2025
This Sydney bungalow, refreshed and expanded with the help of Resene, leans into the dark side in all the right ways. Wrapped in deep, saturated tones like the earthy stone…
From shaky ground to solid hues
17 Sep 2025
For Angela and Mark Godenho and their three children Alice, George and Jack, home has always been a place to nurture growth, embrace joy and hold strong through challenges.
After…
First time homeowner? Here's how to choose your style
19 Aug 2025
Becoming a homeowner comes with a million little decisions, and one of the biggest can be figuring out what your style actually is. Perhaps you’ve moved into an old 1920s…
A bittersweet farewell for a 1920s bungalow
02 Jul 2025
Letting go of a first home is never easy. Every corner and wall holds a milestone, a memory and a meaning. But as life shifted – with mortgage renewals and…
How to pick the right exterior paint colour for your home
27 Mar 2025
The exterior of your home is the first thing people see, making it an important canvas to showcase style and personality. Whether you’re drawn to timeless neutrals, rich earthy tones…
Need some kitchen inspiration? Check out our top five designs
22 Jan 2025
Whether you're drawn to moody tones, soft greens or neutral palettes, these top kitchen designs showcase creative and inspiring ways to use Resene paints and wood stains. You have everything…
Living the French dream: A colourful heritage home makeover
12 Dec 2024
Dreaming of a space that felt rustic yet stylish, and filled with personality, a family of four set out to transform their 1920s bungalow in Auckland into a blend of…
A timeless transformation: Modernising a traditional bungalow
17 Sep 2024
When interior designer Rose Schwarz of Schwarz Design was invited to revamp a tired bungalow, the brief was clear. The client wanted a fresh look, a new kitchen and a…
Creating character: A do-up transformed into a dream family home
27 Mar 2024
This charming 1920s bungalow purchased as a ‘do-up’ project has now turned into a dream home through the thoughtful design of homeowners Prue and Andrew. The duo with an eye…
Te Atatū Peninsula bungalow undergoes a stunning makeover
24 Jan 2024
The interior of this quaint bungalow in Te Atatū Peninsula stood untouched for years until artist Kate Hursthouse took the reins of its transformation. After three years of residing in…
Elegance in monochrome: The timeless beauty of the ‘mullet’ home
17 Oct 2023
When it comes to their home design, the perfect analogy for Simon and Katrina’s home would be the iconic "business at the front - party at the back." Their beloved…
A breath of fresh air: Restoring charm to a beachside bungalow
22 Jun 2023
Nestled just a few houses from the beach, this charming bungalow owned by Jacquie and Gerard has undergone a remarkable transformation. Built in 1926 with cedar, the original house exuded…
Reviving a traditional bungalow: An elegant and timeless design for a Ponsonby home
19 Apr 2023
As with many older homes, especially those that haven’t been renovated in over 50 years, there are often unforeseen hurdles. Interior designer, Katie Scott, doesn’t let this stop her creating…
A modern twist on a 1930s bungalow: Mid-century meets Hollywood glam
04 Apr 2023
In this home revisited, we saw a couple who had moved back from San Francisco where they lived in a very colourful home. Homeowners Mel and Joe wanted to ensure…
Rural bliss: Canterbury family’s take on French country classic
23 Nov 2022
Shane and Ashley’s Leeston home is a picture of calm – however if the dreamy Resene Quarter Thorndon Cream and Resene Clouded Blue walls could talk, they would tell you…
This 1930s bungalow in Remuera is inspired by shades of the sea and sky
17 Aug 2022
Mel and Joe’s home in Auckland is proof you can dive into a deep blue colour palette yet still keep things light and airy. Stunning hues like Resene Raven, Resene…
A photograph from space inspired the colours in this 1920s bungalow
23 Jun 2022
Palmerston North homeowners Bridget and William haven’t shied away from bold use of colour in their 1920s character bungalow – bright Resene turquoises, yellows and deep blues feature throughout. “We’ve…
This Californian bungalow in Northland is pretty in pink
26 May 2022
It’s hard not to smile when you see Tanya’s front door. Resene New York Pink brings a slice of the Big Apple to Whangarei which hints at further colour to…
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…
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…
Peaceful Auckland bungalow makes a bold statement in the living room
23 Mar 2022
Jenny’s painter thought she was crazy when she told him she was painting her Auckland bungalow’s living room a steely charcoal. Thankfully, the end result in Resene Half Foundry sings…
A 1930s Californian bungalow in Nelson bursts at the seams with colour and character
17 Mar 2022
Guests at Mark and John’s Nelson California bungalow never have any trouble finding their address, all they need to do is look out for the bright red letterbox. Resene Havoc…
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…
Derelict to delightful: Resene Double Foundry and Marley Stratus give this bungalow timeless style
28 Oct 2021
This 1920s bungalow has had an adventurous life. With its handsome Resene Double Foundry exterior colour and matching Marley Stratus Design Series® spouting and downpipes in Grey Friars®, on first appearance…
The Block NZ’s Peter Wolfkamp creates a striking monochrome palette inside his Devonport cottage with Resene Half Merino
07 Oct 2021
The Block NZ’s site foreman Peter Wolfkamp traded the rule book for a paintbrush when he renovated his circa 1910 cottage. He and his wife Debbie rose to the challenge…
White done right: Shades of white and green transform this 1930s bungalow
16 Sep 2021
Interior designer Litsa Jackson has a way with white. Ever since she began her interior design business, Inside Storey, she’s loved the way the perfect white can bring a space…
From bland to beautiful: This Christchurch couple filled their charcoal and pink bungalow with paintings, plants and peacefulness
02 Sep 2021
For self-confessed serial renovators Leigh and Cory, colour is everything. When the couple first bought their 1920s three-bedroom bungalow in Christchurch it was painted tip to toe in white. With…
From derelict to dreamy: Solo mum uses Resene Half Sea Fog to transform this 50s home into a misty retreat
21 Jul 2021
Flood-damaged tiles, bug infestations and holes in the walls hardly sound like features of a dream home, but for solo mum Ché it was love at first sight. When the…
10 room makeover projects for under $500 (that you can do in a weekend)
27 May 2021
If you’re strapped for time and strapped for cash, then these ideas are for you. Having a budget before you start your renovation is a great way to stay on…
7 unbelievable reader house exterior makeovers – plus house exterior painting tips
11 Feb 2021
This Christchurch home has new street appeal with a fresh coat of Resene Element and zesty Resene Hot Toddy on the garage door
7 unbelievable reader house exterior makeovers – plus…
The perfect neutrals: This seaside home is anchored by a simple but stunning grey palette
04 Feb 2021
"Know the rules to break the rules,” is Nicky Scott’s interior design motto. Their 1920s bungalow has been home to the interior designer and her partner Andrew, and their two…
Exterior inspiration: Patio perfection in a 1930s bungalow
16 Dec 2020
Old world charm and colourful contemporary character meet at Rachel and Steven’s 1930s Auckland bungalow, which they share with their two children, Elias and Ivy. While open plan living may…
Shelley Ferguson tackles a tricky renovation to transform a tired bungalow into a stylish grey home with a modern Art Deco feel
25 Nov 2020
Shelley Ferguson has seen it all as a host on the TV3 DIY show, The Block NZ, but even she was shocked by what she encountered when she began renovations on a…
A modern Waikato home is given an old world sensibility
30 Sep 2020
After living in a bungalow alongside their ever-growing collection of antiques, Jo and Sean began their property search five years ago wanting the scope to blend their love of history…
An owner-builder turns a dated bungalow into a dreamy contemporary home
05 Aug 2020
Looking at it now, you would never believe that Jeff and Kay’s home used to be a 1960s bungalow. “We had been living in the house behind it for five…
Greys and blues transform a Sandringham bungalow into a sophisticated family home
29 Jul 2020
Interior designer Jennifer Domett of Domett Design knows the power that colour has for connecting spaces. She recently pulled together a palette of shadowy Resene greys and blues to create…
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…
Laura and Jarred bring a colour boost to this beautiful Californian bungalow
06 May 2020
With gorgeous colonial features, a rambling backyard and plenty of interior space on offer, it’s no wonder Laura and Jarred Hedwig fell in love with this 1920s Californian-style bungalow when…
Emma and Peter’s beautiful bungalow reno well worth the wait
15 Apr 2020
In late 2007, needing more space for their growing family, Emma and Peter purchased an arts and crafts bungalow in Auckland’s Mt Albert neighbourhood. “Even though the house needed work,…
Adam and Debra's Black and White Bungalow
25 Nov 2010
Before Adam and Debra bought their current home, they lived next door to it, and were constantly admiring its corner site and envying how much light it got. So, when…
Darren and Lee's Inner-City Oasis
18 May 2015
After living in their Californian bungalow for 17 years, Darren and Lee wanted to create a private backyard haven that would inspire them to relax and unwind. By using every…
A very glamorous boat house
17 Mar 2011
When the owners of this waterfront home told architect Jack McKinney that they wanted a house like a boat shed, it was a good thing that he had worked with…
Dave and Anna's Bright Bungalow
07 Apr 2011
Like many 1920s bungalows, Dave and Anna's home suffered from a serious case of light deficiency. When they first moved in, eight years ago, "It was dark, dreary and cold," recalls Anna. "Much…
Jeff and Alex's Spectacularly Colourful Christchurch Bungalow
29 Sep 2011
"I am obsessed by colours and collections," admits interior designer Alex Fulton. Her two-storey 1930s Californian bungalow in Christchurch, which she shares with husband Jeff and their 2 daughters, bears…
Gary and Mandy's Vibrant Red, Purple and Orange Bungalow
01 Dec 2011
Gary and Mandy have lived in their 1920s bungalow for 20 years and in that time have renovated it both outside and in. Originally owned by the Dairy Board in Pukekohe,…
Don and Liz Return Their 1908 Bungalow to its Original Style
02 Feb 2012
Don and Liz's 1908 bungalow needed a full restoration when they bought it 15 years ago. They were determined to get the house looking as it would have done originally, which meant painstakingly replacing…
Chris and Liz's Bold, Modern Choices For An Old Bungalow
29 Mar 2012
Chris and Liz's two-storey bungalow in Lower Hutt had been largely restored when they bought it five years ago, but they wanted to put their own stamp on it. Enlisting the help…
Ian and Sharon's classic mellow bungalow
07 Jun 2012
When all the rage was for minimalist white
interiors, Ian and Sharon couldn’t quite see that decorative approach fitting
with their mellow 90-year-old bungalow. Previous owners had painstakingly
retrofitted rimu and kauri timber…
Fiona goes bold and bountiful
11 May 2015
Hand on heart, we can honestly say there are few people in this world who would paint their house purple. Fiona Sheffield is one of the rare ones; her Auckland…
2 living looks: Sandra and Nicola’s designer spaces
04 Dec 2014
The living area is the hub of any home – it’s where we spend most of our time and the place our visitors see. The style of this important space…
Peter and Kathy’s contemporary cool bungalow
18 Mar 2015
After earthquake damage left their Richmond Hill home unsafe, Christchurch couple Peter and Kathy didn’t abandon the area, choosing to build anew in Sumner. It’s here where they now live…
Michele and James go bright but earthy
05 Mar 2015
Michele Powles and James Winton’s basic 1950s bungalow was in a sad state. Its skin was peeling and its tongue hanging out, but with a good drink of Resene paint,…
Fraser and Sandy's exotic retreat
08 May 2015
It’s a risk of the job – when you’re a designer, your own home can become a constant work in progress. That’s true of Fraser Gillies’ home, which was originally designed…
Create an exciting exterior
23 Apr 2015
As with many things, house exteriors are subject to changing tastes and fashions. Unlike the inside of your house, however, repainting the outside of your house is a lot more…
Mark and Claire's ever-changing home
16 Dec 2015
There are some people who are serial renovators, doing up homes then moving on to the next project. Mark and Claire Bramwell have done their serial renovating quite differently –…
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…
Traci and Nick’s sensational colour collision
20 Jul 2016
“I don’t do neutral. I love colour.” Traci Stanbury’s new house certainly supports that declaration, resplendent as it is in bold Resene colour. She and husband Nick bought their dream…
Amy and Brendon’s beach town beauty
01 Sep 2016
What happens when a house references Hamptons-style, old English cottages and a 1920s bungalow? This shining jewel of a new build, belonging to New Plymouth couple Amy and Brendon.
The couple embraced…
Cam and Deb turn basic into beautiful
29 Sep 2016
When Cam and Deb first bought their 1950s bungalow, it was tired, basic and awash with creamy apricot. They were lucky enough to purchase a house that had good solid…
Blayne turns talents to own winning home
25 Oct 2016
When you're the owner of a home renovating business, it's hard not to pick up a million and one decorating ideas along the way. And so when Blayne, owner of…
Antanas and Tara's reno of two halves
10 Nov 2016
Returning from England twenty years ago, Antanas and Tara had just enough money for a house deposit and insurance.
Settling in Cambridge they found the perfect property, a simple 1920s weatherboards bungalow with no architectural embellishments…
Kate adds magic to this beach bungalow
20 Jul 2017
With sweeping views above the tree tops, and sitting privately between a park and the beach, there was inspiration aplenty for Kate Alexander when asked to update this character bungalow…
Steve's sad to stunning bungalow makeover
21 Sep 2017
When Steve bought this 1920s bungalow seven years ago, it had seen a fair few renovations through its life time. The most recent was a glasshouse extension built in the…
Warren and Heather's small reno makes big impact
29 Nov 2017
A cosy 100 square metres with a generous backyard, this bungalow was the perfect size for Warren, Heather and their young family when they bought it 10 years ago. But as the kids…
Sally stays true to green
22 Feb 2018
Often when renovating a house, it’s out with the old colour scheme and in with the new. However, such was Sally Fitzsimmons’ love for Resene Oxley that when it came…
Jane and Rory bring modern earthiness to their reno
01 Feb 2018
After the Canterbury earthquakes left their house damaged, Jane and Rory were 50/50 on whether to renovate or rebuild their 1929 bungalow.
The Christchurch couple chose to keep their old house…
Luke and Casey's character bungalow goes grey and gorgeous
01 Mar 2018
When Casey and Luke Muraahi first moved into their 1930s stucco bungalow, Casey imagined repainting the interior in lots of bright colours.
Instead, they went the opposite route, painting the walls…
Jamie and Harriet find the perfect white
29 Mar 2018
When Harriet Booth saw how beautiful Resene Merino looked on the walls of her sister’s house, she knew that this was it… the perfect white for her home.
Harriet and her…
Ben and Kate bring harmony to their Californian-style bungalow
24 May 2018
When Ben and Kate Campion set about building their new home, they not only based it on the look of a character Californian-style bungalow but decided to create their own…
Corrine and Emanuel’s bungalow goes bold with colour
27 Jun 2018
At first glimpse, Corrine and Emanuel’s Wellington home, freshened up in Resene Eighth Friar Grey, looks like another neutral-infused bungalow. Take a second look and the yellow letter box and…
Maureen and Paul brighten up a blank canvas
02 Aug 2018
On the surface, a home filled with beige walls has little appeal… but to Maureen and Paul, it meant they were given a blank canvas to fill with their favourite…
Krissy and Stefan find their extraordinary balance
05 Dec 2018
Homeowners Krissy and Stefan faced a very familiar story when it came to renovating their 1920s bungalow in the character-filled suburb of Westmere, Auckland. The house had great bones but…
Becky’s colourful Christchurch bungalow gives us something to smile about
21 Mar 2019
When Designer Becky Lee purchased her 1956 brick bungalow in Christchurch nearly five years ago, it was essentially a blank canvas with Resene Half Black White throughout the interiors. Being…
Emma and Henry’s Pt. Chev bungalow gets an indoor-outdoor makeover
18 Jul 2019
With two children and another on the way, Emma and Henry were rapidly outgrowing their three-bedroom traditional 1930s bungalow in Auckland’s Pt. Chevalier neighbourhood. The house didn’t have a bathtub…
Yvette transforms a rural Kauri property into a soothing sanctuary
24 Jul 2019
Five minutes north of Whangarei in the beautiful, scenic township of Kauri sits a quaint and traditional brick and mortar bungalow. Built in the 1990s, it’s a property that’s been the…
One home office, three ways – and the lessons we learned
05 Sep 2019
When Architect Michael Cooper built a new extension on Emily and Henry’s 1930s bungalow in Auckland’s Pt Chevalier neighbourhood to reorganise and expand their floor plan, it created a brand…
Liam’s Cambridge bungalow has been transformed by a light and earthy palette
11 Dec 2019
Having completed a number of renovations in Auckland with his DIY-savvy parents, Liam was more than ready for the challenge of tackling the 1987 Cambridge bungalow he purchased in 2018.…
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…
Philip and Jane’s glamorous villa looks pretty in pink
04 Mar 2020
While it may have served previous life as a modest bungalow, Philip and Jane’s 1920s Auckland home has since seen a complete transformation into the bold and modern multi-level stand…
Rachel and Steven’s character-filled 1930s bungalow
26 Feb 2020
‘Old world charm meets colourful, contemporary character’ perfectly sums up Rachel and Steven’s 1930s Devonport bungalow, which they share with their two children, Elias and Ivy. With its ornate high…
