Artist Hana Carpenter and her husband Samuel, a historian, live in Lower Hutt, Wellington. Like many houses in the area,… more
After six years living in a “dull and dreary” home, Franny had finally had enough and decided it was high… more
With orange as her happy colour, it’s no surprise to see it feature throughout Joanne’s home – from a beautiful… more
Designer Tina Stephens of Roomie Interior Design was recently given a very personal commission – to redesign both the structure… more
Alice and Caleb are certainly no strangers to a challenging DIY project – sledgehammers, paint brushes and power tools have… more
Black Friday is traditionally the day following American Thanksgiving and one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Back… more
A house may not be able to wear red socks in support of Emirates Team New Zealand's America's Cup campaign,… more
If you bought a home with walls painted deep red, bright green and brilliant orange, you might be tempted to… more
Homeowners Krissy and Stefan faced a very familiar story when it came to renovating their 1920s bungalow in the character-filled… more
Sometimes it seems we’ve all been struck with a lack of courage, when you drive down residential streets to see… more
When Angela and Scott moved into their Gulf Harbour home in December 2018, the home’s interior had been pretty much… more
When Angela and Scott moved into their Gulf Harbour home in December 2018, the home’s interior had been pretty much… more
Gemma and Jeremy’s wee home in Nelson is packed with character – and characters. Flamingoes, parrots and flowers from the… more
With a view out across the neighbourhood to hills and farmland beyond and all day sun, Liz and Pete didn’t… more
When it comes to renovating a house, it seems that Daniel and Nicola are not afraid of a challenge. Before… more
Grand but not precious, this Edwardian villa is the ultimate 'home, sweet home'. more
At Habitat by Resene we get to see all sorts of creative ideas, submitted by our readers. Here’s a selection… more
How do you add colour to a home without overwhelming the spaces? Paint the doors in cheerful, happy colours, of… more
Artist and colour consultant Kelly Southee isn’t on the fence about using colour in her Brisbane home. Originally from Upper… more
It was a typical first home - a humble mint and forest green ex-State house in Taranaki. Adam and Kate… more
Dennis and Alhazmi's Avondale home was a traditional 1950s bungalow until they transformed it outside and in, with bold colour… more
Surrounded by lush subtropical gardens, John and Margie's home sits high on a slope overlooking the calm waters of Orakei… more
Jeff and Karen affectionately call their beach house Witsend, "which explains our stressed, city state-of-mind when we arrive on Friday… more
As the days sizzle on and the sun stays out to play, it’s hard not to be inspired to surround… more
A can-do attitude and a talent with colour meant that this family’s limited home-building budget didn’t affect the amazing results… more
Bedrooms are ultimately very personal spaces so we can do what we like with them, really. Some of us grab… more
Using Lego as colour inspiration for your house may seem unusual but when you have two boys with large collections… more
Yah, the sun is shining and the temperatures are rising. It’s time to venture out of the house and reassess… more
Sick of staring at the shabby fence. Give it a smart new paint job using Resene Lumbersider tinted to whatever… more
A quirky interpretation of a classic picket fence graces the front of this bungalow, as it peeps out from behind.… more
With an edgy yet polished design and a palette of Resene colours and wallpaper, the Gourley house from TVNZ’s Our… more
What is it about our psyche that as soon as we have a higher-than-18-degrees sunny day, we look out the… more
Gary and Phil’s sensational sizzling garden
Indoor/outdoor flow – it’s the catch-cry of every real estate advert and something we’re all…
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Sometimes it seems we’ve all been struck with a lack of courage, when you drive down residential streets to see… more
The last time we featured interior designer Kelly Gammie’s Auckland home, it was decorated with a blend of dark Resene… more
Painting the house, inside or out, is something that usually sits on that endless list of home renovation or maintenance… more
All Black legend Sir John Kirwan and his wife Fiorella have a long connection with Waihi Beach so when they… more
Artist and colour consultant Kelly Southee isn’t on the fence about using colour in her Brisbane home. Originally from Upper… more
Artist and colour consultant Kelly Southee isn’t on the fence about using colour in her Brisbane home. Originally from Upper… more
It’s a big, intimidating task, but painting your home’s exterior can instantly boost its resale value and has a huge… more