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Boats, beaches and beautiful bays: Win this first-prize home in Whitianga!
08 May 2025
Positioned on the eastern coast of the Coromandel Peninsula, Whitianga is a favourite holiday spot. Close to popular tourist attractions, this charming harbour town has a resort-like feel and is…
A coastal canvas: How to create your own summer scene screen
01 Apr 2025
Bring a slice of summer into your space with this vibrant DIY project – a coastal-inspired screen that transforms any room into a beachside retreat. With a mix of breezy…
Riding the creative wave: Greg’s handcrafted surfboards
27 Mar 2025
Greg Anderson has always had a creative streak, shaped by a background in painting and decorating. Starting his journey with an apprenticeship under his father in the 1990s, Greg learned…
Resene X NZ Fringe Tables Return for 2025
20 Feb 2025
The Resene X NZ Fringe tables are back for 2025, bringing a vibrant collection of artist-designed picnic tables to life. Artists from diverse backgrounds have poured their creativity into these…
Brightening communities: Alana Mays' vibrant Chorus boxes
20 Feb 2025
Artist Alana Mays is transforming everyday infrastructure into vibrant public art. Through her work on Chorus boxes, she brings colour and creativity to local communities with the help of Resene…
Nat Davis marks a new chapter in New Zealand’s interior design story
11 Feb 2025
With a passion for design and an extraordinary multifaceted career, Nat Davis has long been immersed in the world of architecture and interiors. Now, as the founder of The FOLIO…
On the hook
07 Mar 2025
Headphones are a common part of of our daily lives these days, whether it's for podcast listening, work calls or catching up on your favourite tunes. It’s handy to have…
Captivating coastlines and cosy charm: Win this brand-new home in One Tree Point, Northland
30 Jan 2025
Located just 25 minutes from Whangarei and two hours from Auckland, One Tree Point is a peaceful coastal community, looking out across Marsden Bay towards Whangarei Heads. It offers safe…
Favourite finds: Embrace coastal elegance with our top product picks
30 Jan 2025
Welcome to a new year of Favourite Finds. Each month we showcase the best in home design with a curated selection of products to help you craft the perfect décor…
How to make a corner clothes rack
01 Mar 2025
Helpful hang ups
Rethink a hinged clothes rack by attaching it to a corner wall for a hugely useful hanging space, perfect for beside the front door or in a teenager’s…
Lightbulb moment: How to create your own coat hanger lamp
07 Mar 2025
Create a striking, modern desk lamp by repurposing a sturdy wooden coat hanger, painted in your favourite Resene testpot paint colour or Resene Colorwood stain. It’s a simple project that can brighten up…
Tap into the enduring appeal of coastal design with these chic Resene colour combos
14 Jan 2025
There are certain quintessential design details that have become definitive representations of specific regions of the world – and for many of us, it’s coastal design. With our vast coastlines,…
Two easy and extra festive Christmas DIYs
17 Dec 2024
Christmas is right around the corner but there’s still time to add some festive touches to your home. These two easy DIYs will spruce up your home ready for family,…
Kaleidoscope by the coast: Win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Clarks Beach
20 Nov 2024
Warm and inviting with vibrant splashes of Resene colour, this fully furnished, three-bedroom Jennian home is ready to use right away. For a chance to win, simply purchase your $15…
Think wood stains are immune to influence from colour trends? Think again
11 Nov 2024
Beloved for their classic and earthy appeal, wood stains remain an essential tool in the world of design as a method for enhance the natural beauty of timber while complementing…
School holiday boredom busters
25 Sep 2024
If you’re looking for something to keep the kids busy with over the holidays, check out these three super cool DIY ideas! The kids might need your help to gather…
Orewa’s mural masterpiece adds to its lively beach vibe
25 Sep 2024
Noila Souza's vibrant murals can be found in various locations around Orewa. If you’ve noticed them as you walk or drive by, then you’ll see they all have a common…
Come to the Coromandel: this first-prize Heart Foundation Lottery home is a piece of paradise
15 Aug 2024
Nothing says a classic Kiwi holiday more than the Coromandel. And Resene paints bring shades of seashells and landscape to this gorgeous home in Cooks Beach, so every day feel…
A splash of colour at Porritt Park: Thames' vibrant playground
31 Jul 2024
In the heart of Thames, Porritt Park has recently transformed into a vivid oasis of fun and creativity. The new playground, officially opened on May 30th, is a testament to…
Hues of the harbour: Transforming a bathroom with art
21 May 2024
This historical gem, converted into delightful accommodation, boasts a spa-adorned bathroom with a twist – a dreamy window with a view, all creatively created with captivating Resene colours.
In the heart…
A reflection of the sea: This first-prize Heart Foundation Lottery home is a cosy oasis
07 May 2024
The soothing Resene blues and whites on the exterior of this Jennian home fit perfectly into the beachside community of Papamoa, Bay of Plenty.
Known for its pristine beaches and…
Nurturing learning through colour and design
07 May 2024
A new mural, titled ‘Poipoia te kākano kia puawai’ was recently unveiled at the Creative Corner Early Learning Centre in Parkside, Timaru.
The early education centre was one of ten winners…
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…
Hop into Easter with these fun DIY projects for the whole family
21 Mar 2024
With Easter looming, we want to bring you more fun and vibrant DIYs that you can do at home with the kids. Although the school holidays are after Easter this…
Meet the team: Natalie Tennant
12 Feb 2024
What is your role at Resene and what does it involve?
My role is a Resene Trade Representative in Sydney New South Wales. Sydney is such a large territory and…
Find peace in Pegasus with this first-prize Heart Foundation Lottery home
31 Jan 2024
With a gorgeous lake at its centre, the growing town of Pegasus is popular with families of all shapes and sizes. Situated in north Canterbury, it is just 25km from…
Kids boredom busters: Keep them busy over the holidays
20 Dec 2023
Running out of ideas to entertain the kids? Try some of our colourful and most popular ideas with the help of Resene paints and colours to keep them busy while…
Christmas gift ideas: Support local creators and artists by gifting something unique
06 Dec 2023
Short on Christmas present ideas? There’s always last-minute shopping to do or someone on the Christmas list a little tricky to buy for, so here are some unique, handmade gifts…
There’s no place like the beach: DIY beach sign
06 Dec 2023
If you have a beachy vibe going on at home, or have a family bach near the coast, then this fun beach sign could be the perfect addition to your…
Beauty and the beach: WIN this Heart Foundation Lottery first-prize home in Clarks Beach
28 Nov 2023
Clarks Beach is a quiet and delightful neighbourhood tucked away on the southern edge of the Manukau Harbour. As part of the Heart Foundation Lottery’s 30th birthday celebrations, you could…
Choosing the right Resene colours to support your biophilic design concept
10 Nov 2023
In recent decades, there has been a strong trend towards boxy, minimalist and largely white interiors. While some may feel this look is ‘clean’, these spaces are far removed from…
Pick your favourite design and you could win $5000 for your home
25 Oct 2023
Parnell’s annual décor competition, partnered with Resene, has been underway this month, and we’ve taken a look at three of the design themes so far. By choosing your favourite you’ll…
WIN $5000 for your home: Just tell us your favourite design theme!
17 Oct 2023
Parnell is once again running its annual décor competition, partnered with Resene, where you’ll have the chance to vote for your favourite design theme.
We’ve explored the first two themes,…
This sophisticated seaside home could be all yours!
11 Oct 2023
One of the most populated towns in the Coromandel, Whitianga, is revered for its charming harbour and resort-style living. This is why the Heart Foundation is delighted to return here…
WIN $5,000 for your home, thanks to the 2023 PARNELL and RESENE DÉCOR PROMOTION
09 Oct 2023
With an eye for detail and design, we know you’ll love this competition! Parnell is once again running its very successful annual décor competition. This year Parnell has partnered with…
Give a hoot, don’t pollute: A nature mural with an important message!
04 Oct 2023
Professional artist Brigita Botma has unveiled her award-winning mural titled ‘Give a Hoot, don't pollute’ in Coromandel township, Coromandel Peninsula. Using Resene paints, she has represented the beauty of Mother…
Thinking about refreshing your living or dining space? This project is sure to give you some inspo!
06 Sep 2023
If you’ve been thinking about renovating and refreshing your home’s living or dining space, or wondering how a designer can help you make the right colour and design choices, then…
Product of the month: Resene wood stains
11 Jul 2023
Take a leaf out of Mother Nature’s playbook… whether it’s exterior cladding on a modern architectural home or native timber flooring in a warm cosy interior, wood has been used…
Where and why you should be using Resene colour washes to transform your project materials
10 Jul 2023
One of the most significant impacts that the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the architecture, building, interior design and property management industries is reducing material availability. Where we used to…
Reader roundup: From bright bedroom designs to fresh exteriors and town murals
23 May 2023
It has been a busy month for our readers, and we absolutely love hearing from each and every one of you about your creative projects using Resene paints, stains and…
Your designer guide to interior trends
20 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your home. The…
Your designer guide to interior trends
17 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your next project.…
Reader roundup: Beachy murals, time traveller living rooms and Resene letterboxes
15 Mar 2023
The new year brings new ideas, and our readers have been busy creating all sorts of wonders with Resene paints. From abstract paintings to moody lounges and upcycled wagons, we…
Rock on! DIY rock art for your garden
02 Mar 2023
Your garden will look rock-solid with some colourful art amongst all the greenery. Why not get creative with some Resene testpots and leftover rocks and stones. This project allows you…
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…
Artist Lynsey Watts creates one-of-a-kind mesmerising mandalas
11 Jan 2023
It all started with a rock. When Lynsey Watts stumbled across a little kindness rock hidden in her community painted in mandala style she was instantly drawn to the design,…
Resene Colour of Fashion winner is applauded for his grape design
14 Dec 2022
Fashion graduate Henry Calkin has taken out the win in the Whitecliffe and Resene Colour of Fashion 2022 programme. Inspired by the Matariki star cluster, Henry’s design was complete when…
Corey Harbrow paints a clear picture on keeping our sea clean
14 Dec 2022
You might not ‘sea’ it at first, but Canterbury artist Corey Harbrow’s sea creature mural has a hidden message. The bright Resene colours may have helped him make these easily-recognisable…
Meet the team: Torben Olsen
13 Dec 2022
What do you do at Resene?
I am the Queensland State Manager. No day is the same, and I work with a wide range of clients including architects, designers and resellers.…
Artist Kathryn Ritchie finds her inspiration in the landscape around her
01 Dec 2022
Kathryn has dabbled in art all her life, but her real journey began twenty years ago when her husband Mark suggested they make their garage into an art room so…
Support local this Christmas with handmade gifts from local creators
01 Dec 2022
There’s always someone on the Christmas list a little tricky to buy for, so here are some unique, handmade gifts from local creative artists.
Clocking on
Go extra thoughtful this Christmas and…
Reader roundup: Bright barbiecore and sustainable gifts
17 Nov 2022
habitat readers have been brave and creative this month. In this reader roundup we see our readers trying new techniques with Resene paints and finishes such as colour blocking, going…
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.…
Drumroll, please… the winner of the 2022 Resene Wallpaper Design Competition announced
08 Nov 2022
Drumroll, please… the 2022 Resene Wallpaper Design Competition has closed, and the winners have been crowned. Congratulations to this year's winner, designer and artist Valerie Khoo.
Valerie's nautical design Shells celebrates…
Meet the Team Karmen Hoare, Resene Auckland Architectural Manager
10 Oct 2022
What do you at Resene?
I originally joined Resene in 2011 as an Architectural Specifier Representative which offers a variety of services including assisting clients with colour selection to paint system…
Meet the Resene team - Brooke Calvert, Resene Canterbury Design Advocate
14 Sep 2022
If you’re needing help with paint, it’s easy to find a Resene rep at www.resene.com/meet-the-team.htm.
What do you at Resene?
With a background in interior design and a keen eye for…
The sunny Tasman is the backdrop for this charming home up for grabs in the Heart Foundation Lottery
01 Sep 2022
Sunny and safe, this Heart Foundation Lottery home in Richmond is perfect for any lifestyle and any life stage. Boasting one of the best climates in all New Zealand, the…
Sirpa Alalaakkola’s winning tropical teeny house is inspired by the Caribbean
27 Jul 2022
The winning adult’s Teeny House entry came from Sirpa Alalaakkola of Picton, whose detail-packed teeny house features a rock-climbing wall. habitat by Resene caught up with Sirpa after her win to…
Painted ‘Hope Stones’ support the Nelson Cancer Society
27 Jul 2022
After spotting an article in her local Nelson newspaper on painting Hope Stones for the Cancer Society, Janis felt inspired. “I remember thinking: ‘I can help with that’.”
Hope Stones began…
Sirpa Alalaakkola’s winning tropical teeny house is inspired by the Caribbean
27 Jul 2022
The winning adult’s Teeny House entry came from Sirpa Alalaakkola of Picton, whose detail-packed teeny house features a rock-climbing wall. habitat by Resene caught up with Sirpa after her win to…
Reader round up: Mural walls, makeovers and mudcakes
16 Jun 2022
It’s been another month of Resene fans across the country getting their creative juices flowing. There’s no shortage of impressive projects using Resene paints and wallpapers, check them out below.
Flower…
Trademe auction launching this month for Paint New Zealand Beautiful
12 May 2022
A stunning Aotearoa landscape painted with Resene paints is up for grabs on TradeMe this week, with proceeds going to Paint New Zealand Beautiful.
Anna Evans’ landscape, which Woman magazine will…
Make your own ANZAC poppies with shells
21 Apr 2022
Brighten up your wall, fence or home this Anzac Day with these seashell poppies. They make a beautiful addition to a garden at any time of the year too in…
A Napier landmark gets an authentically coloured uplift
19 Apr 2022
It was 27 years ago when sisters Keri Mason and Raewyn Dailey were looking for a building to purchase to start up a new business and a large Art Deco…
Brick Bay now inviting entries for the next Folly Competition
19 Apr 2022
Back for another amazing year, the team behind the Brick Bay Folly Competition are ready to receive innovative and experimental ideas from architecture students and recent graduates looking to push…
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…
Carbon offset as you redecorate with Resene
09 Mar 2022
If you’re hoping to paint your walls with the planet in mind, Resene is making it simple. Resene has teamed up with CarbonClick, a Kiwi company making it easier for…
Upcycled surfboards channel the colours of the ocean
10 Feb 2022
As a former scuba-dive instructor, Andre Roth has a love of the ocean. She is also a talented artist and combines her love of both ocean and art in her…
Reader roundup: From a toilet fit for a Pharoah to a rainbow beach installation, our readers are a creative crowd
16 Dec 2021
‘Tis the season for creativity as our habitat readers share their ideas for adding colour about the place.
Egyptian fantasy graces a toilet fit for a Pharoah
In Peter's home the smallest…
2021 New Zealand Architecture Awards winners announced
07 Dec 2021
Two social housing projects, transportable tiny houses for at-risk youth, a Christchurch Kōhanga Reo and a ‘build to rent’ development were among the winners at the prestigious 2021 New Zealand…
Six new Resene wash hues bring the best of the beach to interior timber
07 Dec 2021
We have seen renewed love for honesty in materials, which favours those that come from nature, making linen, wood, cane, clay and stone incredibly desirable to decorate with thanks to…
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,…
Reader roundup: From intricate dollhouses and little libraries to vibrant hospital murals, our readers are taking creativity to a whole new level
11 Nov 2021
It’s amazing what wonderfully whimsical and astounding things can be created with a simple paintbrush, Resene testpot and dash of imagination. Readers from across the country have been cooking up…
Check out this beautiful Heart Foundation Lottery home in the Whitianga Waterways
04 Nov 2021
The Coromandel is a top destination for tourists and homeowners throughout New Zealand which is something that Liz Halpin, Lottery Operations Manager at the Heart Foundation, sees as crucial to the appeal of this location as a whole.
“The Whitianga Waterways development…
Sydney artist Arnie Arnold releases collab collection with Totem Road and Resene
11 Oct 2021
Furniture brand Totem Road and Resene have collaborated with Sydney artist Arnie Arnold on a sustainable art offering that reflects the aesthetics and experience of Australian coastal living.
Founded in 2015…
Take a tour of interior designer Vanessa Nouwens' tonal teeny house
29 Sep 2021
Interior designer Vanessa Nouwens is known as the queen of tone-on-tone interior style. So it’s not surprising she put her colour skills to good use creating a cohesive teeny house (order…
A strong colour connection spells fun at these two splashpads
14 Sep 2021
With warmer weather still on the way and many of us still confined to our homes, letting loose with friends and family at a gorgeous splashpad sounds awfully appealing right…
Make your own lawn games for family fun
07 Sep 2021
Family young and old will be entertained with lawn games that can brighten up your day.
‘Tis the season to spend time with family and friends outdoors and with any gathering…
Growing with paint: First nature mural unveiled
26 Aug 2021
Faye Chadburn’s award-winning mural, ‘Circalunar Rhythm,’ has recently been unveiled on Percy Road opposite Papamoa Beach in Tauranga. The mural is part of Keep New Zealand Beautiful’s Resene Nature Murals…
Jobs and DIY projects to do around the house to keep busy (with leftover paint)
25 Aug 2021
Revamp your home office
This painted colour blocked feature in Resene Fast Forward clearly defines this workstation. Surrounding walls in Resene Sea Fog, floor in Resene Truffle, shelves and desk top in Resene Fast Forward, chair…
Eight fun ways to keep kids busy with paint
25 Aug 2021
Make the most of having your kids at home with these creative DIY paint projects sure to entertain. Their imagination will run wild as they make everything from cute driftwood…
Home is where the heart is: Take a look inside this flawless Heart Foundation Lottery home
11 Aug 2021
The opportunity to create an elegant home in the beautiful Bay of Plenty beach town of Papamoa, with its white sand and rolling surf, is one that many of us…
Colours come to life with Resene Living’s new scent-sational range of candles and diffusers
11 Aug 2021
Your favourite colour has just been taken to a whole new level! The Resene Colour Block range has a fabulous new collection of candles and diffusers inspired by vibrant Resene…
Wallpaper personality quiz: Find out your interior style and what it means for your home
11 Aug 2021
The Resene Wallpaper Collection has a wallpaper for any personality. We’ve created the ultimate wallpaper quiz to match your personality to an interior style and range of wallpapers. For more…
Nostalgic colours connect this ‘experimental’ bach to favourite childhood memories
06 Aug 2021
In a location chosen for its drama and seclusion sits a dreamy weekend retreat, perched at the edge of a tidal estuary within the North Cove of Kawau Island. Most…
You’ll be right as rain with these 3 wet weather family DIY projects
14 Jul 2021
Don’t let winter rain on your parade, bring the fun inside instead. Spend some quality time with the kids these school holidays and help them create a terrific toy box…
A splash course in colour: Three ways to make blue cosy
08 Jul 2021
During these wintery days, there’s no need to feel blue – colour your walls with the colour instead! We’re putting our own spin on the winter blues, making them cosier…
Three’s The Block NZ is back and is bigger and better than ever
01 Jul 2021
Three’s The Block NZ returns to NZ screens this week – and this season promises to be bigger and better than ever. Set in Auckland’s aspirational inner-west suburb of Point…
Somewhere beyond the sea: Artist Noila Souza’s paintings go with the flow
10 Jun 2021
Artist Noila Souza has crossed oceans to come to New Zealand, and she’s a dab hand at painting them too. More than 12,000 kilometres away from her home in Brazil,…
Immortalising New Zealand: Brigita Botma’s murals with a message
20 May 2021
Artist Brigita Botma is on a mission to beautify New Zealand, one wall at a time. With over 30 murals under her belt, Brigita’s intricate and moving works are created…
The lowdown on the iconic Hotel Ravesis’ fresh new look
13 Apr 2021
If you are one of the thousands who have already booked travel plans and happen to find yourself at Bondi Beach in a few weeks’ time, we recommend popping in…
Architect Chloe Coles’ lifelong love of colour and spaces
12 Apr 2021
With an architectural graduate for a mum and a planner for a dad, it’s no wonder that architect Chloe Coles grew up with a love of spaces, places and colour.…
Inspiration to holiday at home
18 Feb 2021
The Lindis Lodge in the Ahuriri Valley In the South Island blends into its environment.
With international borders closed, travel lovers can find holiday experiences closer to home through the TV…
How this former Waihi camp got a colourful Mexico-inspired revamp
21 Jan 2021
Accommodating colour: How this former Waihi camp became a Latin American-inspired holiday destination
Te Rau Aroha, the Anglican Church camp at Waihi Beach, was a little worn down when it caught…
The colours of a summer Christmas
03 Dec 2020
Christmas cards made in the Northern Hemisphere often show snowmen and families gathered around the hearth on a cold winter’s day. Here in in the Southern Hemisphere Christmas coincides with…
Bring in some glam with this easy DIY bar cart
11 Nov 2020
With just a few licks of Resene paint, an old wooden trolley can be transformed into a shimmering bar cart that’s perfect for your favourite tipples.
You will need:
A wooden trolley…
Brick Bay Nohonga opens in Britomart
05 Nov 2020
Three of the four finalists for the Brick Bay Nohonga (seat) design challenge have been laboriously constructed and are now on full display in Britomart’s Takutai Square. See Bela Grimsdale,…
Maurice and Marije of MnM Design talk building smaller, smarter
20 Oct 2020
Maurice Regeer and Marije Hoornstra, the Dutch born duo behind MnM Design, are partners in both business and life. Professional yet approachable and down-to-earth, their small design studio based in…
Bring beach vibes into your home with this DIY driftwood ladder
21 Oct 2020
Rustic and beachy, this easy-to-make driftwood ladder is a handsome addition to any room. You can paint it in any Resene testpot colours you like, and use it for hanging…
Kyle Anaru shares his approach to designing buildings that builders like to build
15 Sep 2020
Whenever we see striking black cladding with a splash of vibrant red, we are reminded of Kyle Anaru.
Kyle cut his teeth at a number of different design practices before starting…
Registered Master Builders House of the Year turns 30
29 Jul 2020
The Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition celebrates building excellence in New Zealand. The awards turn 30 this year, with hundreds of beautiful Kiwi homes having been part…
Meet the five Brick Bay Nohonga 2020 design challenge finalists
15 Jul 2020
Over the last five years, Brick Bay’s successful ‘Folly’ competition has invited architects to produce inspiring and creative designs. This year marks their inaugural Nohonga (seat) design competition in a…
Paul and Brett bring minimal and modern magic to this Mangawhai beach-farm property
16 Jun 2020
When it comes to designing a house thoughtfully, there are a number of approaches you can take. Sometimes it’s about choosing a design that stands out from the crowd. At…
Family set the footing, but Anna Major found her own path forward
16 Jun 2020
Some of us choose a career in design. For others, it’s almost as if the career has chosen us. As the daughter of owners of a longstanding décor business, that…
Finding the colour you want is as simple as 1, 2, 3
12 May 2020
Have you recently come across a colour you’d love to use on a project? Maybe it was at the beach, on a swatch of fabric or on a building. But,…
Resene Colour Match tool: Finding the colour you want is as simple as 1, 2, 3
13 May 2020
Have you recently come across a colour you’d love to use on a project? Maybe it was at the beach, on a swatch of fabric or on a building. But,…
Lyn captures the heart of West Coast beaches
29 Apr 2020
People near and far flock to Auckland’s West Coast beaches, largely to experience its black sand, rugged rock formations, and beautiful surrounding scenery. It’s also here that prolific Kiwi artist…
Bring home oceans of style with these water-themed wallpaper designs
29 Apr 2020
Even if you don’t live near the ocean, the lure of the beach is undeniable. It's casual, carefree and a majestically impressive display of nature all at the same time.…
Birds of a feather
08 Jan 2013
The
latest collaborative project by Liz Kerby of Flutter Design and artist Philippa
Bentley was inspired by gannet feathers collected on Muriwai Beach, harrier
hawk feathers gifted by a friend and in memory…
Funky Bugg
16 Jan 2013
BeefEater has released this funky BUGG® (BeefEater
Universal Gas Grill), a powerful, yet portable barbecue, which is perfect
for keeping at home or taking away on holidays. The BeefEater BUGG features an
eye-catching…
Double win
30 May 2013
A social housing project which won a
Resene Total Colour Award last year has also taken out a New Zealand Institute
of Architects award. The awards, sponsored by Resene and announced last…
Mural masterpieces announced
12 Dec 2013
The winners of the 2013 Resene Mural Masterpieces competition were announced recently, with a range of stunning murals from schools, community groups and professionals. Subject matter ranged from native flora…
Holiday at home
18 Dec 2013
Get the tropical island
feel at home with these colourful fun prints by Kravet from Warwick Fabrics. The
Soleil Tahitian Holiday collection of outdoor fabrics is designed by Windsor
Smith to unite modern…
Paint makes it beautiful
26 Mar 2014
Paint New Zealand
Beautiful's 2014 campaign will be launched this Sunday, March 30, in Kawerau as
part of the town's 60th birthday celebrations. Popular local landscape artist
Bela Ughy has been commissioned to…
The right white – your questions
12 Jun 2014
There are so many ‘whites’ to choose from – we help you pick the perfect shade.
Q. We have just bought a beach place and our contractor is starting the painting…
How to create a swatch board
09 Apr 2015
A swatch board is literally a board on which you paste samples of Resene colours, products and fabrics you are going to use. You may have collected ideas online and…
Resene's new Walltastic murals
28 May 2015
What if there was a way to relive a past summer in Paris, or escape to a lush tropical landscape every time you walk into your bedroom?
It could never replace…
Colour matching at your fingertips
06 Apr 2016
We’ve recently been using Resene's ColourMatch app and are big, big fans. Seen a colour you’d love to use on a project? Maybe it was at the beach, on a fabric…
As the sun sets
25 May 2016
Romantic, colourful, blinding and beautiful – sunsets are daily miracles that deserve to be photographed.
Earlier this year, MetService ran its Weather Snaps competition, including the Resene Colour Sunsets category –…
The Block NZ – Guest bedrooms get their reveal
30 Jun 2016
A month in of TV3's The Block NZ: Girls Vs Boys, and we've seen blown budgets, high emotions and tension between teams. But at the end of the day – or week, rather…
Sallyanne’s coastal colour creation
14 Jul 2016
Interior designer Sallyanne Prudence chooses coastal colour over a more classic nautical look. She explains:
A home by the coast conjures up a particular mood – a relaxed, comfortable lifestyle, water views…
Heritage Rescue: Mokau rejigged
18 Aug 2016
Mokau looks like a sleepy coastal town but its strategic position on the mouth of the Mokau River in North Taranaki has resulted in a vital and fascinating history. In…
Artisan showcases new sisals
20 Oct 2016
Summer is around the corner and we’re thinking of balmy sunny days, ice-creams and baches near the beach. Natural flooring suits the casual beach look so it's good to see that Artisan Flooring…
Shut in your style
10 Jan 2017
The trend for wallpapers that mimic other materials has gone far beyond those that look like timber or stone. This intriguing wall of faux timber shutters is the perfect summer…
Art inspired summery schemes
18 Jan 2017
Do you have a favourite summery art print at home or the bach? Maybe you picked up a quirky print or piece of retro beachy art while you were on…
Alison’s passion for green
30 Mar 2017
Interior designer Alison Ward has a passion for the colour green, and for small spaces. She likes nothing better than to find a previously disused space – an old caravan or…
Blog: It's time for a seasonal change
13 Apr 2017
Stylist Francesca Storey shares her seasonal decor tips.
As the weeks go by it's time to make some seasonal styling changes that complement the shift in our climate, landscape and lifestyles.
Current…
Property blog: does a pool add value?
22 Jun 2017
It may be an odd time of the year to start thinking about pools, but they take a bit of planning. If you want to have it in and ready…
Sea Walls a success... again
17 May 2017
Napier now has 53 unique ocean environmentally-themed murals, thanks to another successful Sea Walls event in late March this year. In its second year, Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans added stunning murals to…
Bronwyn rocks on through a rough patch
25 May 2017
Artist and mother of four Bronwyn Bateman was spurred into making art a priority in her life after her son was diagnosed with a serious medical condition, just a week…
Vanessa takes beach chic to new levels
22 Jun 2017
Vanessa Owens, owner of Driftwood Seaside Escapes and a serial renovator uses Resene paints and paint effects to achieve the beach chic look she is after, and for which Driftwood has become known.
Tell…
Elizabeth is all about design
13 Jul 2017
Elizabeth Dittmer lives and breathes design. It's not enough that she's the owner of boutique interior design studio E.D. Interiors and also tutors design for Open Polytech... last year, she and her…
Lighting goes wireless
23 Nov 2017
Any colour, anywhere – there’s a lot to love about these portable LED lights by Larala Lights. The Mini Pillar is a portable LED light that can be placed anywhere, and its colour changed by…
Luke and Lou go for beachy and modern
21 Dec 2017
When Auckland couple Luke and Lou wanted to turn their 1960's beach-style bach into a "forever home", they asked HOMEmade for help.
With breathtaking views of the water from their living…
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…
In the mood for pink
14 Mar 2018
Therese Hogstedt of Candela Design takes her favourite Resene pink and uses it as the main element on a summer-inspired moodboard for a bedroom.
Holidays are about relaxing, exploring and breathing.…
Claire turns trash into treasure
21 Jun 2018
When plastic washes up on the seashore, Claire Jensen doesn’t just see pollution – she envisions what pieces of art she can create from the discarded material. The New Plymouth artist…
WIN: Tickets to The Design Show
26 Jul 2018
If you’re renovating, redecorating or building in the next while, The Design Show held in Auckland this weekend might be the perfect inspirational day out for you.
The Design Show explores…
Colourful kid’s play
23 Aug 2018
Teach your kids the joys of colour and DIY with these three gorgeous projects by Kiwi Families’ Alayna Flighty, including quirky bird feeders and a rainbow-coloured driftwood mirror.
Drift away
Spring is…
Blue and white - a timeless combo
25 Oct 2018
Some colour combinations transcend seasons or trends. Designer Kate Alexander takes a look at what makes blue and white such a classic match, and how to use it well in…
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…
Resene mural masterpieces
20 Dec 2018
The results of this year’s Resene Mural Masterpieces competition are in! Each year Resene are approached by a wide range of groups creating murals who are in need of paint.…
Easy-going interiors: How decorating a bach differs from everyday home design
17 Jan 2019
Whether by the beach, lake or mountain, the modest bach is an iconic part of our history and culture and sums up the meaning of escape from the city and…
Sylvie’s Kiwi garden pottery goes the extra mile
19 Jun 2019
After graduating from Dunedin’s School of Art at Otago Polytechnic University, artist Sylvie Haines began the search for her artistic voice. After a time experimenting with charcoal and lashes of…
6 colour palettes inspired by NZIFF’s upcoming films
11 Jul 2019
The New Zealand International Film Festival’s 2019 programme kicks off next week in Auckland, with over 150 films showing between 22 July – 11 August 2019, including 25 fresh from…
Readers’ Roundup
01 Aug 2019
We know it’s going to be a great day whenever we arrive to find our inbox full of a bunch of new projects submitted by our readers showing creative ways…
Celebrate Conservation Week at the Sustainable Blue Backyard Event
18 Sep 2019
Envirohub Bay of Plenty has teamed up with the Department of Conservation for a fun-filled educational day at Waihi Beach, complete with a kids’ treasure dig, sand sculpture contest, live music and beach…
The Lido Aquatic Centre gets a colourful lift
24 Sep 2019
When Palmerston North’s primary aquatic centre, The Lido Aquatic Centre, was due for replacement of the exterior building cladding system, the Palmerston North City Council and local artist Melanie Christmas…
Readers’ Roundup: October 2019 Edition
22 Oct 2019
We know spring has sprung when we start seeing plenty of fresh new projects popping up in our inbox.
If you’re looking for inspiration as you head into the long weekend,…
Make your own picture perfect sideboard
11 Nov 2019
A sideboard needn’t be limited to the ‘functional storage’ category. With a bit of artistic flair and a splash of Resene paint, you can turn your sideboard into a stylish…
Last minute ideas for Christmas decorating
17 Dec 2019
Christmas has a way of sneaking up on us, and whether you’re super organised or behind the curve, finding yourself with a never ending to do list is part of…
Esther Campbell’s colourful pop culture fan art
04 Feb 2020
In just two and a half years, Papamoa-based artist Esther Campbell has seen demand for her colourful, pop culture-inspired artwork grow by the day. The busy mother of three is…
Mike and Loren’s tiny house embraces minimalism
12 Feb 2020
At just 22m2, Mike and Loren’s Hawke’s Bay home is not your average dwelling. Tiny houses have been making waves in the building industry the last few years, and knocking…
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