Neil Finn-House, CEO of Mitre 10 MEGA in Dunedin, embarked on an exciting journey to transform his 130-square-metre, three-bedroom apartment… more
Neil Finn-House, CEO of Mitre 10 MEGA in Dunedin, embarked on an exciting journey to transform his 130-square-metre, three-bedroom apartment… more
When it comes to their home design, the perfect analogy for Simon and Katrina’s home would be the iconic "business… more
In the heart of Ōrewa, where ocean views and picturesque landscapes surround every window, you’ll find a townhouse that’s had… more
Before building their ultimate holiday home here, the owners of this lakeside dwelling had a caravan on the site for 10 years. It's… more
A special blend of Resene Sisal and Resene Grey Olive was used in this bedroom, designed by Leonie von Sturmer. more
While earthy colours were an important device to blend this new house with its rural landscape, inside the owners splashed… more
The owners chose the exterior colours - Resene Masala and Resene Gauntlet paints, and Resene Tamarind, Resene Smokey Ash and Resene Cedar… more
When Debbie first bought this Dunedin house, it was an unloved villa that had been converted into three small flats. "They… more
Stuart and Eileen bought their section in Gibbston, Queenstown, five years ago, attracted by the "fabulous 360 degree views of the mountains."… more
A spacious multi-level house house originally built in the 50s, Evan and Bridget's home interior had gone through a major renovation in the 80s… more
Chris and Lesley bought their three-bedroom townhouse in 2004 and, after living with the all-white interior for a while, decided to give… more
Although it's not winter at Lake Tekapo right now, we couldn't resist showing you this photo of Derek and Elizabeth's… more
Although this house is now a family home, it was originally a show home for a new design of transportable housing.… more
Ask Steve and Gaynor what they love about their home, and you're in for a long list. While waxing lyrical about their stunning… more
"We bought this property 10 years ago," explains Vera of her Waiatarua home. "It had an older house on it that… more
Homeowners Lee-Ann and Martin Warr sent in this great photo of their floor painted in Resene Jaguar, a sophisticated and… more
Yah, the sun is shining and the temperatures are rising. It’s time to venture out of the house and reassess… more
Super neutrals are also extremely useful outside, not only as background fences to blend in behind plants but as feature… more
Adventurous homeowner Glenn London is certainly a man who develops a passion for colours. At the moment Resene Ipanema (a… more
A church-like entrance-way greets visitors to the house, which the Wraights describe as a mix of cottage and farmhouse styles… more
The house exterior was designed to blend with the West Coast bush, so is finished in Resene Limed Gum on… more
With a view out across the neighbourhood to hills and farmland beyond and all day sun, Liz and Pete didn’t… more
Like any other part of the colour spectrum, when it comes to neutrals, there is a fashion. For years, warm… more
A change of season may not be a good enough reason to influence your style decisions, especially when it comes… more
A former rest home that was a maze of cubicles has been relocated and reborn as a serene and beautiful… more
The sun is shining, we’ve emerged from our houses and into the garden… If you’re like us, you’ve winced a… more
The exterior of the house is painted in Resene Bel Air for the weatherboards (darkened slightly by the local Resene… more
House painting ideas from our Habitat Plus booklet ‘1 look, 4 ways: exterior colour schemes’. more
Designer Tina Stephens of Roomie Interior Design was recently given a very personal commission – to redesign both the structure… more
Whitewashing is an easy way to bring out the beautiful textures of wood-grained furniture more
A place to gather, get cosy and be creative... Six living rooms that are, simply, loveable. more
Getting your 5+ a day is easy in these fruity coloured kitchens. Zesty, juicy tones have been popping up in… more
It may be partly in jest, but ask Mike and Jenni Callaghan what influenced the colour scheme of their new… more
When landscape designer Brooke Mitchell was told the brief for this garden, it was music to his ears. Especially with… more
One room is bright orange, another is turquoise, a third is bright blue and the living room sports a rampant… more
Some days you just never want to get up. Having a bedroom that’s an ultimate haven of gorgeousness doesn’t help…… more
What better way to display the latest collection of textiles than through gorgeous in-situ room sets? Celia Faris, merchandising manager… more
When you're the owner of a home renovating business, it's hard not to pick up a million and one decorating… more
What colours will be embraced in our homes during the next few years? What decorating directions will emerge? Trends don’t… more