Flying in the face of the assumption that all old houses are cold and damp, one woman and a team… more
When Jodie Robertson of Smoke N Mirrors was asked to design the interiors of a showhome for Jennian Homes, there… more
White is white is white – right? Wrong. When you’re decorating, there’s white (which you can buy as Resene White)… more
Debra DeLorenzo is no stranger when it comes to interior renovation and design. As an interior designer by trade, there’s… more
A lot can go wrong when trying to pick the right colours for your home, even with the best of… more
When it comes to deciding on a design and colour palette for your home, incorporating strong lines within the aesthetic… more
Picture the scene: you’ve got a free afternoon and you feel like getting busy with a craft idea. This is… more
Christmas is a time to deck the halls, but why stop there? Transform your entire living space into a festive… more
"It looked like a house dumped in the middle of a paddock," says Jodie of the first time that she… more
With gorgeous colonial features, a rambling backyard and plenty of interior space on offer, it’s no wonder Laura and Jarred… more
When Jen Domett of DomettDesigns was given the brief to design the interior of this show home by Compass Homes, she took… more
There are few trends as hot right now as ones based on earthy, natural looks. more
When interior designer Annabel Berry and her husband Simon built their house on the outskirts of Oamaru, they chose a… more
"We wanted something different," smile Jim and Paula when asked about the unusual design of their Omaha beach house. "We didn't… more
It's hard to believe that when Stuart and Melissa bought their stylish home, it was badly dated and in a… more
"We bought this property 10 years ago," explains Vera of her Waiatarua home. "It had an older house on it that… more
A grand old home is the perfect canvas for strong Resene colour… but has posed a few problems for its sustainability-aware owners.… more
When people decorate or build a bach, they often feel able to make bolder material and colour choices than they… more
"From the moment we saw this house, we loved the spacious living room and kitchen areas with their glorious outlook… more
With gorgeous colonial features, a rambling backyard and plenty of interior space on offer, it’s no wonder Laura and Jarred… more
Small bathrooms can be a tricky design challenge – and probably one of the most common. The good news is… more
If you’re wanting to make a statement in your space, lending an ear to the old adage ‘a little goes… more
When Jen Domett of DomettDesigns was given the brief to design the interior of this show home by Compass Homes, she took… more
'Tis the season to get excited about Christmas decorating... but if your festive ornaments are looking a little lacklustre, it can cast… more
This beautiful serene space has been created to be an inviting and comfortable escape that’s refreshingly gender neutral. Just a… more
For a couple balancing busy careers in swim coaching and economics, home is the place to relax and take time… more
Renters rejoice! Just because you’re not the one who owns your home, it doesn’t mean you can’t decorate it and… more
Transform your home into a serene sanctuary with the soothing shades of Resene greens. From subtle pastels to vibrant tropicals,… more
Throughout history two contrasting styles have captured the attention of homeowners and designers – minimalist and maximalist. Each offers a… more
Jeff and Karen affectionately call their beach house Witsend, "which explains our stressed, city state-of-mind when we arrive on Friday… more
A house that sits softly within its bush setting with privacy for its owners but which takes advantage of sea… more
The earthy colours of the coast and the moody tones of the sky inspired Bruce and Diane when they decorated… more
With an empty half-acre section in The Pines at Matarangi on Coromandel Peninsula, an Auckland-based couple with busy jobs at… more
Here’s a home
that proves neutrals can be rich in character as well as soothing and
sophisticated. Using a beautifully executed palette…
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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
When long-haul pilots Kurt and Paula Schultz set about creating a quiet coastal retreat, they initially went for bold, bright… more
While John and Linley's Coromandel beach house may look sleek and modern these days, in fact it has a long and… more
When it comes to enhancing the exterior of your home, there is an array of stunning colour options that can… more
Debra DeLorenzo is no stranger when it comes to interior renovation and design. As an interior designer by trade, there’s… more
It’s the colour that’s had the most profound change in status in decades, if not centuries. Green. This simple adjective… more