Top stories for 2021: From Resene Duck Egg blue to Peter Wolfkamp’s cottage, these are some of our most-read stories… more
In a world that often feels fast-paced and chaotic, creating spaces within our homes that foster serenity and promote well-being… more
In celebration of World Sleep Day on March 17th, where the importance of quality rest is emphasised, come with us… more
The saying may be 'home is where the heart is' but really, it's the dining room specifically that is often… more
Restful, relaxing and reassuring, blue hues have long been used to create tranquil spaces in our homes. A colour that… more
When it comes to interior design, colour plays a vital role in creating the desired ambiance and influencing our emotions.… more
There’s nothing that sets a mood in a room like blue does. An incredibly versatile colour, blue can be refreshing,… more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
With many of our best laid plans long since out the window, we’ve hunkered down at home and rediscovered a… more
Time flies when it comes to the latest trends in interior design. With daring décor and new colour palettes to… more
The interior of this quaint bungalow in Te Atatū Peninsula stood untouched for years until artist Kate Hursthouse took the… more
Summer is just around the corner so now’s the ideal time to get your bach ready before you get bogged… more
An impeccably styled console table can be just the ticket to finish off your foyer or hallway with a flourish. more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
A lot can go wrong when trying to pick the right colours for your home, even with the best of… more
For a couple balancing busy careers in swim coaching and economics, home is the place to relax and take time… more
If you’re looking to add instant wow-factor to a bland room, a feature wall is calling your name. They’re relatively… more
We sure felt that crisp telltale breeze that signals the start of autumn blowing in with the beginning of April.… more
Like trends in fashion, building design or music, our collective taste in colours is constantly evolving. Our fondness for certain colours… more
Many of us dream of living the bach holiday lifestyle all year round, but few of us have the opportunity… more
Many of us dream of living the bach holiday lifestyle all year round, but few of us have the opportunity… more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
Lighting has a drastic effect on your paint colour choices – to the point that you really should be considering… more
Tucked into a steeply sloping section, this impressive Nelson home was born out of what started as a simple alteration… more
There’s something to be said for stepping inside your home and feeling relaxed and soothed from the moment you open… more
Even though the end of the cold weather is nearly in sight, it’s awfully hard to close your eyes and picture yourself… more
One of the country’s oldest homes is looking good for another century in fresh coats of Resene paint inside and… more
In New Zealand and Australia, no matter where you are, you’ve never very far from the beach. Many of us… more
During the design of their new home, Ian and Lynda had a pretty good idea of what they wanted. In… more
There’s no need to feel blue when it comes to repainting your home. Marie Antoinette didn’t when she covered her… more
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to revisit habitat readers’ most read stories of 2022. From villa… more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
Since being made famous by Marie Antoinette nearly 300 years ago, we’re not sure there’s any colour that’s been quite… more
Gone are the days of women putting up with being told that dens, garages, basements and sheds are “just for… more
For most of us, if we’re lucky enough to have one, a garage starts off as a place to park… more
For most of us, if we’re lucky enough to have one, a garage starts off as a place to park… more
It’s not uncommon for homeowners to finally settle on a wall colour only to be stumped on what to hang… more
There’s no need to feel blue when it comes to repainting your home. Marie Antoinette didn’t when she covered her… more
Colour yourself happy with our top calming colour picks. With many of us working from home, it’s time to start… more