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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…
Holiday inspired interiors – for a getaway at home
04 Feb 2026
If you’ve been dreaming of that big escape, or perhaps you just didn’t get a break from work over the Christmas and New Year period, then we’ve got you. Until…
Step into a home in harmony with nature
10 Dec 2025
Discover Waraki House on the Waimea Estuary - a serene, sustainable home by architect Jo Monaghan where Resene paint colours and natural materials blend beautifully with nature.
Nature and wellbeing provided…
Let these top hallway picks lead your home into style
23 Jul 2025
Hallways are more than just a thoroughfare between rooms. They are your home’s first impression, and quite likely the most used space in your home! With the right Resene colours…
Time to rethink your flooring
08 Jul 2025
Floors are not always the first thing we think about when decorating our homes, but when done right, they can make all the difference and become an impactful feature. Use…
A colourful comeback for a 1970s townhouse
05 Mar 2025
Huddled in a row of 18 dual townhouses built in 1972, Ann’s home is a charming example of 1970s design, refreshed with charming neutrals and the gorgeous blue of Resene…
A grand revival: Bringing a historic gem back to life
27 Feb 2025
When Ryan and Nadine first laid eyes on their future home, it was more of a time capsule than a house – except the time capsule had been left open…
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…
From past to present: A 1906 home's transformation
14 May 2024
In the Wellington suburb of Brooklyn, a 1906-character home has witnessed the evolution of eras. With time leaving its mark on this incredible dwelling, it was time for a refresh,…
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…
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…
Daring to dream in colour: A 1940s state house makeover
06 Dec 2023
In a lovely Wellington neighbourhood stands a 1940s state house, a canvas of history and potential that caught the eye of Emma and Simon. Unfazed by the mish-mashed interior and…
Sunny disposition: How yellow interiors can brighten your home
15 Aug 2023
With Daffodil Day approaching, we thought we would explore this zesty tone and how you can incorporate it into your home. Yellow interiors are a breath of fresh air in…
Blending tradition and modernity to create a multi-generational home
25 Jul 2023
In the pursuit of creating a harmonious living space for two families residing under one roof, interior designers and husband and wife duo, Madushin and Tehani Amarasekera, embarked on a…
A renovation triumph: How love, hard work and Resene colours brought a dream to life
27 Jun 2023
Standing proud on a hill in Paremata, just north of Wellington, is a house that has captured the hearts of its owners, Steve and Melody. Purchased nearly eight years ago…
Winter blues no more: Five paint and wallpaper ideas to infuse warmth and tropical charm into your home
22 Jun 2023
As the cold winds blow and winter settles in, there's nothing quite as inviting as a cosy and warm home. Or, how about one that makes you feel like you’re…
A labour of love: Restoring charm to a neglected villa
15 Mar 2023
This delightful Wellington villa had been through two major renovations before Russell and Anna Allen bought it. However, some years of ‘deferred maintenance’ from the previous owner meant the couple…
From disrepair to dream home: Rachel Covey transforms a forgotten house
08 Mar 2023
Nestled in a quiet suburb in Dunedin, this home stands tall and proud looking out over the valley it sits upon. Saved from the brink of disrepair, interior designer Rachel…
Cosy wooden Wanaka home’s makeover in Resene neutrals inspired by the snowy landscape
13 Jul 2022
Enveloped by the mountains and sitting lakeside in Wanaka, Maggie and Lawrence’s home needed a colour palette to match their picturesque setting. Resene Foggy Grey and Resene Half Periglacial Blue…
An architecturally designed mid-century gem has a timeless refresh
29 Jun 2022
Once upon a time Ian and Georgia’s Auckland home would have likely been adorned with macrame and shag rugs. The home was designed by renowned architect Marshall Cook in the…
Creative family’s eclectic home nestled in the Karangahake Gorge
09 Jun 2022
After living off-grid on their land in the Karangahake Gorge for five years, Roshan and Metuisela felt it was time for something new. With busy working lives and their children…
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…
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…
Make your mark with wood stains indoors and out
17 Feb 2022
Back in the day wood stain used to really only come in one colour - a good old dark brown. That’s the colour of all wood, right? Particularly if you…
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…
A Melbourne grande dame gets a graceful colour makeover with Resene Merino and Greek-inspired blues
02 Dec 2021
Adding a touch of the Santorini vibe to their home was a must for this couple of Greek heritage, Nikki and Steve Koutspis. After all, the Melbourne couple eloped to…
Get your summer spaces guest-ready: Silly season tips for sleepouts, caravans, outdoor areas and guest rooms
18 Nov 2021
Wahoo, summer’s nearly here! But before you sit back, relax and kick into holiday mode, it’s time to pay special attention to those areas that come into use for gatherings…
New mum of twins completes ambitious renovation with pops of dusty coral, gold and ocean blue
27 Oct 2021
If you want something done, ask a busy person, and interior and spatial designer Samantha Rei has definitely been busy in the past year. She project managed the full reconstruction…
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…
Three storey 110-year-old villa is rejuvenated with Resene paints after surviving tornado and 600km relocation
15 Jul 2021
The renovation of Huntly House has more drama than a reality TV show. Homeowners Hayley and Chris embarked on an incredible adventure when they restored their triple storey, seven bedroom…
Contemporary ideas to update your heritage home
20 May 2021
Modern colour palettes aren’t just for contemporary homes. Freshen up your villa or heritage home with on-trend colour combinations that are anything but old fashioned. Resene’s extensive range of interior…
From convent to luxury lodge: The heavenly transformation of The Marlborough
04 Mar 2021
The serene feeling in the luxury hotel, The Marlborough, comes from both its exquisite colour palette as well as the building's divine history. The lodge in Rapaura began its life as…
An earthquake-damaged home gets a modern makeover
22 Jul 2020
Ask Emma what the best decision she made during the renovation of her 1950s earthquake-damaged Christchurch home was and her answer is immediate; “the green doors.” The soft olive hue…
A 1920s family home makes an elegant return to its former glory
15 Jul 2020
Justine had a very straight forward design brief for her 1929 home; ‘return to elegance’. “It was a very beautiful house once, and I wanted to bring those elements back…
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…
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…
Claire and Dave’s modern beach house brings the ocean indoors
20 May 2020
Finding the balance between beach chic and modern design can be a tricky task, but thanks to some clever designers and a carefully selected palette of Resene colours, Claire and…
Danny and Lisa’s age-appropriate reno
20 May 2014
Making sure a gorgeous Edwardian villa was given age-appropriate interior colours without ending up looking like a museum was a challenge taken on by homeowners Lisa and Danny… with some…
Where eco meets zen
10 May 2015
When it comes to bathrooms, nothing beats a fresh scheme that’s simple and relaxing. Because bathrooms are generally small spaces, it’s good to choose a style that allows you to…
Dennis and Mel's leafy suburban project
23 Jul 2015
When the structure of a home is near perfect when you buy it, there comes a little more freedom (read time and money) to sprucing up the paint work with…
Liz and Jody's enchanting country home
12 Dec 2015
Once upon a time, there was a couple who wanted a renovation challenge. They found it in Ashfield, a house built in 1913 for a country doctor to reside and…
Emma ups the style stakes
01 Feb 2016
Designing a home that's both grand and tasteful is an act usually reserved for architects and experienced interior designers. Emma is neither – but that didn’t stop her from taking full…
Hayley and Darryl find peace with white
16 Aug 2016
Designer Hayley French of Crush Interior Design loves white. She’s used Resene Black White and Resene White Pointer to transform a 1980s kitset cottage north of Auckland into a calming…
Timber: treat it right
21 Jul 2016
Ply, planking, slats and veneers in any depth of colour… timber has a certain feel that can’t be replicated. It has always featured in older character homes, was a darling…
Phil and Yvonne’s modestly beautiful new build
27 Oct 2016
When Phil and Yvonne Dorn faced their new build project, they knew what they didn’t want. They felt that many modern homes were too big, lacked character, were too minimalist…
Harriet helps heritage along
09 Feb 2017
With ponies in the paddock, a house steeped in history, and a loving family that resides within, the home of interior designer Harriet Di Maio is picture perfect.
Recently renovated and painted…
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…
Graham and Jo give heritage a new home
15 Mar 2018
When Graham and Jo moved into an old farm worker’s cottage in 2005, they riffed on the idea of a renovation – but realised it would be more cost effective…
Bruce and Olè's dark and dreamy Victorian-style home
05 Apr 2018
Filled with character and dramatic Resene colours, this Victorian-style bed and breakfast is a beautiful asset to Oamaru’s tourist accommodation – it’s hard to think that it was on its…
Gemma and Sam’s fabulous farmhouse renovation
14 Jun 2018
It’s always exciting to see the renovation of an old farmhouse, and this Gisborne home is no exception. Built in the 1930s, and recently given a makeover, it has retained…
Go for grey
31 Jan 2019
Two kitchens, completely different in style, but both with something in common – their stunning use of Resene greys.
The first is a stunning two-tone kitchen, inspired by black character doors…
Dion and Rebecca reimagine their Cambridge beauty
31 Jan 2019
It’s colour and more colour for Dion and Rebecca’s Cambridge home, which has seen itself transform into the beauty it is today after 10 years of renovations – with the…
Adam’s modernised mid-mod in Napier lets the art speak for itself
28 Feb 2019
Adam Harris, Graphic Designer and Managing Director for NZ Digital, bought this sunny 1950s brick and tile home in 2014.
Set on a completely flat section atop Napier’s Bluff Hill, the…
Janice and Eddie’s brave use of bold colours pays off
30 Apr 2019
Now that their top-to-bottom renovation is done and dusted, Janice and Eddie Cowley are happy to be living their most colourful lives – thanks to a whole spectrum of Resene…
Kathy and Greg’s character villa gets a cosy update
30 May 2019
15 years ago, when Kathy and Greg Chiles purchased their Edwardian villa in Dunedin’s Belleknowes neighbourhood, they were drawn to its character, sunny north facing position, interior layout and child-friendly…
Lara and Ben’s mid-century modern home stays true to its roots
04 Sep 2019
When Lara and Ben bought their 1950s Wellington home, it was bursting with tell-tale signs of the era; floral wallpaper adorned every wall in the house and carpet was laid…
Lizzie’s cute cottage glows like a jewel
16 Oct 2019
Sometimes a momentous event will spur us into action. That was the case with Lizzie Cook of Christchurch when earthquake repairs gave her the opportunity to complete renovations on her…
