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A winning mural at the Raglan Club
23 Apr 2025
It was another colourful year of entries in the Resene Mural Masterpiece competition, with a huge number of entries received, which of course made choosing the winners a very difficult…
Back to essentials: Nature-inspired wallpapers that ground and soothe
17 Apr 2025
The Resene Essentiell Wallpaper Collection is inspired by the raw beauty of nature’s core elements – clay, stone, water and air – evoking a gentle harmony between the familiar and…
Favourite finds: Our top picks for rustic, farmhouse and vintage vibes
17 Apr 2025
Favourite Finds is back to showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor look for your home. This month’s…
Pastels with a twist: a look at the mid-tone Resene paint colours that are redefining spaces
08 Apr 2025
Pastel colours have made a strong return in recent years, marking a resurgence we’ve not seen since the early 1990s. Soft pinks, peaches, blues, greens and lavender purples have become…
Reader roundup: A mountain mural, Dragonstone sculptures and outdoor colour
27 Mar 2025
We’ve got a great roundup of projects from our readers this month. From a revamped bedroom to handmade coasters and a blue-tiful bathroom, you’re sure to find some inspiration here!…
Create your dream kitchen with Resene and Samsung
27 Mar 2025
The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, and thanks to Resene and Samsung, you can truly personalise yours with stylish, colour-matched appliances. The Samsung Bespoke…
A bold fusion of nostalgia and modernity at 1981 Noodle House
14 Mar 2025
You might think 1981 Noodle House is just a dining destination – but it’s also a journey into the past, infused with playful, contemporary charm. Designed by Ong Design and…
Muted but not mundane: why ‘quietly colourful’ designs are trending and how to nail the look for your clients
14 Mar 2025
When you are trying to balance your design’s aesthetics, functionality and psychological benefits, it’s likely you’ll want and need to take a nuanced approach to colour. Unlike stark minimalism or…
Nature’s touch: Find serene beauty in this stunning wallpaper collection
12 Mar 2025
The Resene Jade Wallpaper Collection is designed to bring a sense of tranquillity and harmony into your home. Featuring soft, nature-inspired hues and delicate patterns, this collection creates an inviting…
Transform your next project with the Annabel Taylor Home Wallpaper Collection
11 Feb 2025
A stunning new wallpaper collection has arrived at Resene ColorShops, offering a fresh and uniquely New Zealand perspective for your next design project. The Annabel Taylor Home Collection is part…
Bloesem Early Learning: A nurturing palette for growing minds
11 Feb 2025
Right in the heart of Mount Maunganui, Bloesem Early Learning is anything but your usual childcare centre – it’s a space designed to foster connection, calm and creativity. Guided by…
Reader roundup: School art, re-used paint buckets and fresh exteriors
04 Feb 2025
We’ve got a great mix of projects to show you this month. We absolutely love to see what you have been up to with Resene paints, and being able to…
Unlock your kitchen’s potential with Blum and Resene
04 Feb 2025
When planning your dream kitchen, the first thing that comes to mind is usually colour schemes and finishes, but it’s also important to think about what’s behind your cabinet doors…
Transform your space with wallpapers from the Annabel Taylor Home Collection
22 Jan 2025
A stunning new wallpaper collection has arrived at Resene ColorShops, offering a fresh and uniquely New Zealand perspective for your walls. The Annabel Taylor Home Collection is part of the…
What’s it called? From fascias to soffits and cladding – learn the features of your home!
22 Jan 2025
When decorating or renovating your home, it’s important to know what each part is called so you can make the best possible design choices that accentuate your home’s unique architecture…
Go with the flow: Summer living
17 Dec 2024
The silly season is well and truly on its way! With all the hustle and bustle that summer brings, introducing a fresh new design in your home is easier than…
Favourite finds: Our top product picks for all the neutral lovers
12 Dec 2024
Each month we’re bringing you the best in home design, inspiring you with curated picks – our favourite finds – to help you bring together your dream home décor.
This month’s…
Mocha madness: The delectable hue setting the tone for the year ahead
10 Dec 2024
Each December, there is always a great deal of interest among designers as to what colour trends we can expect to see in a new year. Since different colour forecasters…
Springing into the new season
09 Oct 2024
It’s hard to believe we are now well over halfway through the year, and there is a lot to get excited about – including your interiors! The days are warming…
Tune in to our latest podcast: Equip yourself for success
02 Oct 2024
habitat by Resene’s podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk, has been a hit with homeowners and designers alike. If you haven’t tuned in yet, now’s your time to get…
Fun and quirky Father’s Day gifts
27 Aug 2024
Give dad something special this Father’s Day and make your own gift! Try this rocking DIY artwork, or this handy glasses holder, which is sure to impress Dad and put…
Create something truly special with more than just paint
13 Aug 2024
Sometimes, a simple paint finish isn't enough! If your clients want something unique or distinctive, then make a statement with a colourwashing effect. Whether it's adding drama to a home,…
Bean there, hung that: DIY coffee cup holder
06 Aug 2024
Whether you’re running out of space for all your mugs or just want to show off your best collection of coffee cups, this DIY cup holder is both stylish and…
Find wintry inspiration with Resene and nood
08 Jul 2024
With the arrival of cold weather and rainy days comes an invitation to indulge in cosy and charming designs.
It’s important to be mindful of how different tones and textures can…
Get cosy this winter with Resene and nood
03 Jul 2024
With the arrival of cold weather and rainy days comes an invitation to relax and indulge within the comforts of your home.
The design of your home, particularly places like your…
Hangin' with the best: DIY tea towel holder
26 Jun 2024
Having a place to hang up your tea towels or market bags will never go amiss in your home. This very simple DIY peg holder is super quick to make…
Frame of mind
12 Jun 2024
Looking for a creative way to inject colour and pattern? Consider the artistic merits of Resene wallpaper.
With a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour…
Designing for emotions: leverage colour psychology and popular Resene paint colours to maximise a space’s impact
10 Jun 2024
It should come as no surprise that colours have the ability to evoke a wide range of emotional responses. This phenomenon is rooted in both associations to colours and the…
Black is back: Which Resene paint colours to choose, where to use them and how to play to their strengths
10 May 2024
In design, many tend to divide colours into two camps: those considered to be classics and those thought of as trends. But there are plenty of times when a colour…
Painting and decorating in winter? No problem. Try these tips!
07 May 2024
Painting and decorating your home in winter is easier than you think. With some handy tips and products from Resene you can ensure your outdoor spaces are safe and comfortable…
Restoring memories: A bath with a colourful new life
17 Apr 2024
Within a heritage-listed homestead, amidst the serene beauty of nature, lay a unique piece of furniture with a touching story of love, loss and cherished memories. What once was an…
How to blend trends and timelessness through transitional design
08 Apr 2024
If you have ever found yourself on the fence about whether it’s better to embrace a trend-focused colour palette or opt for a classic look comprised of timeless hues, we…
Crack open your creativity with these DIY Easter crafts for all ages
14 Mar 2024
Easter is right around the corner and what better way to ‘hop’ into the spirit then doing some bright and colourful DIY projects. Get the kids involved and pop into…
Dive into décor with the first podcast episode of If These Walls Could Talk!
07 Feb 2024
Explore the enchanting world of transforming your living or working spaces with the allure of colour in habitat and Resene's new podcast series, If These Walls Could Talk.
Immerse yourself in…
Breathe life into a beige colour scheme with these boredom-busting Resene accent colours
12 Feb 2024
With the skyrocketing popularity of neutral-focused design aesthetics like ‘quiet luxury’ and ‘warm minimalism’, beige has made a big comeback in the decorating world. While often considered a safe and…
Five new aesthetic trends you may not have heard of
22 Jan 2024
Feeling busier than ever? You’re not alone. Between work, commuting, taking care of family, sport or volunteering commitments, hobbies, finding time to cook (and hopefully sleep), modern life has become…
Peachy keen: the perfect Resene paint colour pairings for the hue everyone is talking about
11 Dec 2023
Societal shifts and colour trends will always be closely aligned, and one method of soothing ourselves during tumultuous times is wearing and decorating with calming colours. As we look to…
Spring has arrived, and so has our 2024 colour and decorating trend forecast
11 Sep 2023
The beginning of spring is hugely energising, and it’s the time of year that many clients are inspired to embark upon new projects. The start of spring is also a…
On a roll: The ultimate wallpaper collection for your next project
07 Jun 2023
The new Resene The Battle of Style Wallpaper Collection has landed. Whatever the brief or style for your next project, there are no boundaries as to what you can create…
Colour your floor with these impressive designs from the Resene Living rug collection
23 May 2023
If you’ve spent the time to decorate your walls and ceiling, it’s time to add some more style and flair to your fifth wall – your floor! Colour your floor…
Let there be light: Pairing the Lightingplus Gavel range with your home’s style
17 May 2023
Lighting with Lightingplus
Creating a warm and cosy ambience is the ultimate goal for many homeowners. A home with warmth and great lighting can give more than a welcoming, relaxing environment…
On a roll: The ultimate wallpaper collection from Resene
04 May 2023
The new Resene The Battle of Style Wallpaper Collection has landed. Whatever style, or tone you are trying to set in your home, there are no boundaries to what you…
From flat to fabulous: Create a little magic with Resene’s new lifelike wallpaper collection
26 Apr 2023
The new Resene Pint Walls Wallpaper Collection seamlessly blends organic and structural elements, bridging the gap between natural and man-made aesthetics through the form of unique 3D flowers. Featuring a…
Colouring a brand: The interior palette of Noah's Ark Teahouse
17 Apr 2023
Situated on the famous Cuba Street in Wellington, Noah’s Ark Teahouse is an inviting and charming space. Tropical greens and well-balanced browns and neutrals from the Resene paint range were…
6 soothing colour selections to use where comfort is key
10 Mar 2023
Given the undeniable and transformative impact that colour has on a project’s design, your paint, stain and wallpaper selections go an awfully long way in setting the overall tone of…
This DIY litter house is a ‘cat’ above the rest
03 Mar 2023
Your cat will be ‘feline’ like a million dollars having their own trendy litter house to do their business. It will also help to hide the messy or smelly litterbox…
5 breezy Resene blues your clients will fall in love with
18 Jan 2023
Once the summer holidays have passed, it’s common for clients to approach designers looking for a change – especially if they spent their days off at home or at the…
Light up your Christmas with these DIY Christmas lanterns
23 Nov 2022
These Christmas lanterns are definitely a bright and colourful winner. You can choose any Resene colours you like to make your own jar lanterns, making them glow with candles for…
Entries are open for the HOME Interior Design Excellence Awards
08 Nov 2022
The HOME Interior Design Excellence Awards is a programme designed to celebrate the best of New Zealand residential interior design and architecture. Presented in association with Resene, Bremworth and Studio Italia, the…
Resene Total Colour Awards 2022 winners announced
25 Nov 2022
Despite the many roadblocks and challenges specifiers have been up against during the past few years, the 12th annual Resene Total Colour Awards saw a bumper crop of impressive entries.…
Celebrate Diwali with homemade diya lamps
29 Sep 2022
October marks the start of Diwali celebrations around the country. The Indian festival of light celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil and the renewal of life.…
Let’s talk chalk: Dusty hues for your next project
16 Aug 2022
Recent times have seen us emerge from a period of change in which we were forced to stop and settle. The pandemic brought going into the office and school to…
How to create a DIY stencilled bench seat for your garden
11 Aug 2022
Need a new addition to add some colour to your garden in winter or have an old garden seat that needs a little touch up? Why not brighten it with…
Create dreamy interior pairings with Bremworth carpets and Resene hues
27 Jul 2022
Ever wondered how to match your carpet shades to your Resene paint wall colours? You can create cohesion in your abode – Bremworth has teamed up with one of Australia’s…
Vibrant Resene mugs launch at Briscoes
02 Jun 2022
Match your cup of tea to your favourite Resene wall colours – Briscoes have just launched a vibrant new range of Resene mugs. The ten mugs are bright and character-packed…
How to keep your paint finish looking fresh
28 Apr 2022
If you’ve recently painted any exterior or interior walls of your home, there’s no doubt you’ll want to keep them looking spic and span. After the time and effort that…
Colour your floors with these inspiring designs from the Resene Living rug collection
14 Apr 2022
If you’ve decorated your walls and ceiling to perfection remember to think about your fifth wall – your floor! Colour your floors with the Resene Living rug collection available from…
Three DIY Easter projects for a festive dining table
07 Apr 2022
Hop into these DIY Easter projects this weekend, they could be eggs-actly what you need to add a bit of festive flair to your table.
How to make a bunny cutlery…
Three simple and quick Easter DIYs for festive celebrations
07 Apr 2022
Sometimes the simplest crafts can be the most effective, especially when you’re trying to juggle outdoor egg hunts and visits from the Easter bunny. Resene has three simple DIYs to…
Reader Round up: Our readers are painting everything from dollhouses to doors
31 Mar 2022
Our creative readers have been busy. In this round up, we see readers using Resene paints and colours to spruce up cottages, bring mannequins to life, brighten doors and delight…
Six neutral-based colour palettes to use now
21 Mar 2022
While data shows that clients are making bolder paint colour choices than ever before – a phenomenon that’s most likely been spurred from staring at the same white walls for…
Grand Casino Dunedin interior retrofit ups the ante and scores big
22 Feb 2022
Located on the first floor of the Scenic Hotel Southern Cross building, the Grand Casino Dunedin is not your typical gaming locale. Originally named the Grand Hotel, it was built…
A prize worth winning – Heart Foundation Lottery House in Greytown up for grabs
19 Jan 2022
Greytown is a new location for a Heart Foundation Lottery House. This newly built, fully-furnished, first-prize home is only a few minutes’ walk from Greytown’s historic Main Street and with…
Resene Total Colour Awards 2021 winners announced
22 Nov 2021
In Resene’s 75th year, it seems fitting that the latest Resene Total Colour Awards have been a true celebration of all things colour. From neutral to bright, pastel to weathered,…
Travel the world from the comfort of your backyard with Target Furniture
11 Nov 2021
Outdoor furniture feature with Target Furniture
A change can be as good as a holiday and with Target Furniture you can transform your patio, deck or courtyard into a staycation-worthy retreat…
A creative tea towel for a good cause
07 Oct 2021
Add some charm to your next morning tea with this beautiful tea towel design by Ruby Seeto. Featuring a delicious Carrot Cake recipe from Ruby’s Nana Una, this fun tea…
12 paint and decorating trends to design with now
13 Sep 2021
The ripple effect created by recent challenges has been hugely disruptive for decorating and design trends, given the massive interruption to global supply chains and the cancellation of significant fashion…
Earthy Resene clay colours lure customers into Victoria Saliakouras’ curvaceous student concept
13 Sep 2021
It’s always exciting to see what Sydney Design School’s Interior Design students have to share – and the Resene colours that are influencing the next generation of designers.
A major project…
Six highly adaptive whites and what to pair them with
06 Aug 2021
As much as we’d like to believe that white is a ‘one size fits all’ colour choice, it can actually be one of the hardest hues to specify. While Resene…
3 tips for creating the perfect powder room PLUS a powder room competition
24 Jun 2021
The humble powder room was once a place for eighteenth century ladies to preen, primp and powder their wigs before a ball. Powder rooms were as elaborately decorated as the…
Seven pastel paint picks for sophisticated spaces
15 Jun 2021
Not since the 1980s have pastel hues been as popular as they are today. It can be one of the trickier colour categories for designers to navigate, though; and it’s…
Fascias, Finials and Fretwork: Learn the features of a heritage home
20 May 2021
This country is home to 85,000 villas, most of which are yet to be upgraded or renovated, according to Renovate NZ. When wandering down any given road, it’s hard not…
A full spectrum redesign of the art room at Te Tuhi
05 May 2021
The future is going to be bright judging by the work of up and coming interior designer Xiaoping Jiang. Xiaoping studied at the Nanette Cameron School of Interior Design, where…
Five soothing colour palettes for chill-worthy spaces
05 May 2021
Stress has a way of sneaking up on you. It often doesn’t take much, and it may be as simple as feeling flat out at work or like you don’t…
Make your project pop with these outstanding orange-based hues
12 Apr 2021
If you’re looking for a hero hue, nothing does the trick quite like a showstopping Resene orange. In colour theory, the citrusy combination of yellow and red is considered an…
5 purple upcycling ideas to support a good cause and get your home looking grape
24 Mar 2021
With Purple Day approaching on March 26th support a good cause and sprinkle a bit of purple through your home. Run by Epilepsy New Zealand, Purple Day raises awareness of…
Six warming palettes that are perfect for the shift in season
15 Mar 2021
It’s tough to admit, but the tell-tale chill that signals the start of autumn is already in the air. As the weather continues to cools off, it can be a…
Avondale’s giant Crown Lynn planters are community’s cup of tea
03 Mar 2021
Commuters driving and cycling over Auckland’s Ash Street Bridge often do a double take when they travel past artist Paul X Walsh’s giant Crown Lynn cups. The street artist, most…
Around the world in eight elegant wallpapers
16 Feb 2021
Travel bug biting and nowhere to go? Bring some foreign – or not so foreign – flair home to an interior near you with these designs from the Resene Wallpaper…
5 unexpected colour combinations that totally work
16 Feb 2021
If you’ve been in the design game awhile now, you might find yourself lucky enough to have one of those clients that trusts your recommendations completely. It can be a…
Kitchen essentials to add a splash of colour
04 Feb 2021
Does your monochrome kitchen need a drop of citrus inspired Resene shades? Is your varnished kauri cabinetry begging for a burst of fresh Resene hues? Give your kitchen a lift…
6 gorgeous greens to try when your client can’t choose a colour
26 Jan 2021
The colour green is thought to bring balance and harmony to your surroundings, so it's no wonder that it's a favourite colour choice among design professional and layman alike. It’s…
A tourist destination is awash in an ocean of Resene blues
26 Jan 2021
The Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony has long been one of northern Otago’s most successful tourism attractions. Operated by Tourism Waitaki, it hosts an upward of 80,000 visitors a year who…
Embrace colour and patterns says Bolt of Cloth owner Suzannah Tonascia
17 Dec 2020
When it comes to colour, Suzannah Tonascia says trust your instincts. The owner of Bolt of Cloth homeware and textile store in Christchurch often meets customers who wish to select curtains…
It’s now easier than ever to check out Resene’s top colours
08 Dec 2020
When you’re feeling stuck for where to get started on your colour choices for a project, or to narrow down your options, it’s common for people to reach out and…
6 trending colour palettes to get you in the mood for spring
15 Sep 2020
As the weather finally begins to warm, both designers and clients alike are being drawn to decorating with different colours. For as long as humans have been decorating, we’ve been…
Ruby’s new tea towel design for Wallace Cotton is a sweet treat
09 Sep 2020
Ruby Seeto’s fourth tea towel design with Wallace Cotton is a refreshing and delicious recipe for her Starship Spritzer – a fizzy and fun drink of honey, lavender and lemon…
3 trending colour palettes to try on your next design project
18 Aug 2020
If you’re feeling challenged for finding fresh inspiration at this time of the year – or just this year, in general – you’re not alone. Many of us look to…
Opulence is the name of the game when it comes to these rich-looking wallpaper designs
24 Jun 2020
While some feel like look of pared down minimalism is the epitome of luxury, unless it has been executed perfectly, it can run the risk of being something much worse:…
Editor’s Picks: A dining room for embracing life’s simple pleasures
03 Jun 2020
Family-style dining is a popular term used in restaurants these days. It’s an approach that offers a very different experience than the confines of a plated meal. It is, by…
Editor’s Picks: A nook for enjoying your favourite books
06 May 2020
With much of the world stuck at home, there has never been a better time to catch up on some of the books we’ve been meaning to get around to.…
6 geometric wallpapers that will make your space sing
15 Apr 2020
Despite the often orderly appearance of geometric patterns, they can be just as useful in adding to the casual appeal of a space as they can be to building structure…
DIY eggshell tea light holders
08 Apr 2020
Add some colour and flair to your dining table this Easter with this quick and easy tea light holder DIY, which uses little more than eggs and a few testpots…
Colorite gives a historic beauty a facelift
01 Apr 2020
Rich in history and significant in its design, a Queensland heritage-listed property was recently given a facelift using Resene paints and stains.
The Victorian-era style mansion was built in 1897 for…
Owl be watching you…
28 Feb 2013
This super cute cushion is made by local design company MayMay Chung, and is hand screen-printed on to 100% Belgian linen.
This owl design is called the Beatrice Cushion. Other fabrics…
Teapot trophy
25 Jul 2013
Resene
is known for helping out with various community projects. The Nelson Resene
ColorShop was involved in a local Mad Hatter’s Tea Party event with the Victory
Community Association. By way of thanks…
The psychology of colour
04 Jun 2014
It’s long been known that different colours engender different moods and feelings – red stimulates appetite, green is soothing, blue feels safe. No more so than when you surround yourself…
Child's play – your questions
17 Jul 2014
From picking out nursery colours to jazzing up a room, we answer all your questions.
Q. I am painting my boys’ room (they are eight and six) in Resene Thorndon Cream…
Schemes that work
31 Jul 2014
Why reinvent the wheel when there are various types of colour schemes that work well?
Complementary schemes
This is a more dramatic style of scheme, using colours that are opposite one another on the colour wheel.…
Most popular colours
06 Aug 2014
It’s no surprise that the biggest selling Resene colours are mostly neutrals. But even so, there is constant jostling within these hues, as shown with the announcement of the Resene…
Saving energy and electricity in the kitchen
28 Apr 2015
The weather is cooling and that means higher winter energy bills. There are some simple steps you can take to save energy in the kitchen – with the added bonus…
East, west, which direction is best?
15 Oct 2015
The magical thing about colour and light is that it's not static – this is why the same colour changes its depth and tone in different rooms in your home.
So how can you be…
Have a heart
02 Feb 2016
This February, the Heart Foundation NZ is encouraging Kiwis to throw a Heart Day with fellow staff members or friends, to help raise funds for the charity's national appeal.
When you register…
Continuous hot water: the key to a happy life?
01 Mar 2016
Homeowner and habitat staffer Trudy Dickinson goes on a journey to find the perfect hot water system.
Part One
It’s never very quiet at my house, but sometimes in the middle of…
Afternoon tea anyone?
30 Mar 2016
Designer Hayley French turns her creative mind to a street party… and Resene Blackboard Paint.
At the close of every summer, someone in our community has a little party. It’s a…
Continuous hot water: the results
14 Apr 2016
After discovering an old and leaky hot water cylinder (see here), I decided to replace it with a continuous flow hot water system – a Rinnai VT20. It’s small, efficient…
The Resene top 20
31 Aug 2016
Blackened-off whites have taken out the top three spots in the latest release of the Resene Top 20 colour list – colours like Resene Alabaster, Resene Black White and Resene…
From farming to furniture
08 Nov 2016
There are certain factors that can inspire a person’s creativity. Like living in the middle of nowhere with no shops, no cell phone coverage and, until recently, no WiFi access.
When…
Reader project: Hollywood heaven
08 Nov 2016
Clever reader Sylvia Dunkley spotted the Upcycling for Good project we featured last week in collaboration with the Salvation Army, and was inspired to share her own Sallies story.
She bought…
Six tips to getting your house sale-ready
03 Nov 2016
If the time has come to sell, preparing your property can feel like a daunting task... to help you out, here are six expert tips from Harcourts that will help you get started…
Freedom's new collection for a cause
02 Feb 2017
Freedom is showing its support for young families in need with the release of their 'Blacklist' collection, in partnership with New Zealand charity Bellyful.
Bellyful provides meals to families with newborns and families with…
Get the stone look
28 Feb 2017
The trend for wallpapers that mimic natural or other materials continues unchecked. They're just so clever and look so good. This more subtle creation with its appearance of stone block…
Denise finds warmth and style all in one
14 Jun 2017
Winter's here and heating is in the spotlight. Here's how one homeowner found a solution to keeping her home warm and snug.
When Aucklander Denise Mischefski moved into her new home, she…
Blog: Preserving your memories
10 Aug 2017
Enjoy your favourite photos every day with these three crafty framing projects, from Good magazine. Styling by Sarah Heeringa.
Hanging photo wall
You need:
Up to 20 square photographs (all 10cm x 10cm)
White card,…
Celebrating New Zealand's mural town
28 Sep 2017
Katikati is known as New Zealand's mural town, and the town celebrates this every year with the action-packed NZ Mural Contest and Arts Festival.
Kicking off on 30 September, this year's festival will start with a…
4 easy ways to refurb furniture
01 Feb 2018
Before throwing out old furniture, take a second look... with a bit of sanding here and a coat of Resene paint there, you could give these pieces a whole new…
Learn to style like a pro
05 Apr 2018
If you've always wondered how how to style your home like an expert, go along to a Sunday afternoon workshop in Wellington taken by stylist. Francesca Storey of Showroom Francesca will discuss…
Look out for these home design trends
05 Apr 2018
As new collections hit the stores with the change of season, it’s exciting to see what trends are emerging. We asked Freedom to share three trends that are helping to…
Editor’s picks of the month
03 May 2018
Here at Habitat by Resene many cool and creative examples of Resene paint come into our inboxes each day. We’d like to share some of those with you.
Getting creative
Sarah from…
Editor’s picks of the month
31 May 2018
Here at Habitat by Resene we see many creative projects using Resene paints and products. Here’s a few of our favourites.
In the clouds
This is one lucky girl, although with a mother…
Resene’s double duty at Outward Bound
11 Oct 2018
Did you know about 7200 litres of Resene paint have been applied to the school buildings at Outward Bound in Marlborough in the past 24 years?
Vic Koller, Outward Bound maintenance…
In the know: Colours they love
18 Oct 2018
Last week we looked at the colours some of our stylists are loving off the new Resene The Range fashion fandeck 20. This week, meet five more stylists and their…
HOMEmade recap: Extra space for Jo’s family cottage
22 Nov 2018
When Liverpool-born Jo returned to New Zealand with her Kiwi children – and the family dog - she bought her 1940s Auckland cottage within a few months.
She loves the quirkiness…
Colour me coral
13 Dec 2018
Sociable and spirited is how Pantone is describing its 2019 Colour of the Year – Living Coral.
Pantone says the choice is all about finding a little fun among the modern…
Add the look of Copenhagen to your nursery
07 Feb 2019
The Resene Jack and Rose 2 Wallpaper Collection is a selection of children’s wallpapers that have been designed to suit any nursery or child’s bedroom, but are still sophisticated enough…
DIY Love Banner
13 Feb 2019
If pink isn’t really your thing, this handmade black and white bunting is quick and easy enough to add a little love to your décor this Valentine’s Day – and…
This collection of colourful cots are the perfect addition to creative children’s spaces
19 Feb 2019
L’adorabelle was born from the imagination of award-winning designer and art director, Chaz Reid,? with the aim of creating interiors that suit the tastes of even the smallest design clientele.
Chaz’s…
Minimal distortion for maximum style
28 Feb 2019
Industrial chic design has been one of the hottest trends of the past decade. If classic looks are more your taste but you’d like to incorporate an edgy look, these…
Add a bit of zen
07 Mar 2019
New to the Resene Wallpaper Collection, this pattern from the ‘Earth’ collection features a gentle curved design reminiscent of a Japanese zen garden.
Available in six different colourways from your local…
Win a MultiTap with habitat
07 Mar 2019
Ever wonder what it would be like to never have to boil another kettle for tea again? We have one MultiTapTM (valued at $2,295) to give away to a lucky…
Diamonds are a wall’s best friend
07 Aug 2019
Interiors trends may come and go, but as the adage says, diamonds are forever.
While Marilyn Monroe may have preferred the real thing, when it comes to interior decorating, skip the…
Sustainable Style Show awaits eco-conscious fashion-enthusiasts this October
18 Sep 2019
Good Magazine’s Sustainable Style Show is only a month away, where fashionistas can catch a live glimpse of brand new spring collections from leading eco-aware brands Ovna Ovich and Mina.
Resene…
Put some zip in your walls with zigzags
09 Oct 2019
Chevron and herringbone designs have been all over our floors and up our walls for a while now but have gone from fairly uniform patterns to zig-zagging their way into…
Editor’s Picks: A lounge for an art lover
12 Nov 2019
Inspired by a recent visit to the Auckland Art Gallery for the kick off of the brand new Denmark Design exhibition, the assemblage of this month’s Editor’s Picks is a…
Infuse a bit of Eastern influence into your living space
12 Nov 2019
East-meets-west is a trend that can be woven into just about any room with ease. Clean lines, honest and natural materials and a restrained, earthy colour palette are all markers of…
TV when it's on, art when it's off
07 Nov 2019
Inspiration has truly come home. Powered on, Samsung’s The Frame seamlessly delivers premium content with superb QLED picture quality. Turn it off and you instantly transform your living space into…
6 tonal wallpaper designs that add just the right amount of texture
10 Dec 2019
Too much of a good thing ends up being a bad thing. Some wallpaper designs, while their pattern is beautiful, can overwhelm a space – especially if they have other…
7 wallpaper designs that are sure to break the ice
08 Jan 2020
Interesting wallpapers and paint treatments are an instant conversation starter and the perfect way to express your personality on your walls.
Give your visitors a reason to break the ice with…
6 bold wallpaper designs we’re currently coveting
04 Feb 2020
Why blend into a bland crowd when you can stand out? That’s the spirit we’re carrying into 2020 when it comes to interiors, with eclectic wallpapers being the very first…
DIY wallpapered stairs
04 Mar 2020
If your staircase is looking a little tired, give it a new lease on life with this DIY wallpapered project. Whether you choose one particular design that takes your fancy…
habitat by Resene magazine issue 32 is on its way
05 Mar 2020
The autumn/winter issue 2020 of habitat by Resene is out now – and it might just be our favourite to date! Featuring a huge range of refreshing ideas from winterising…
Change up your wallpaper without actually changing your wallpaper
25 Mar 2020
Some wallpaper is actually designed to be painted, making it easier than ever to personalise it to go with your home’s existing colour scheme. These paintable designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection can…
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