Hannah chose the memorable red hue of Resene Poppy for the front door of their Wellington villa. It makes for a beautiful feature against the exterior, which is painted in Resene Triple Rakaia with joinery in Resene Alabaster and complemented with a striking fence in Resene Black.

Resene Poppy was the perfect hue to help Hannah realise her vision of being “the beautiful villa with the red door.” The door is flanked with Resene Triple Rakaia and trimmed with Resene Alabaster to provide a lovely neutral base, allowing the brilliant red door to stand in the spotlight.

Inside, Resene Sea Fog lines the impressive panelled walls and ceiling in the hallway leading to the living room while Resene Alabaster features on the skirting and architraves.

Resene Sea Fog, Hannah’s favourite colour choice, is carried on into the kitchen and dining room. Beautiful contrast is achieved with the waterfall black marble island and pendant lights in similar shades to Resene Black. Soft grey, similar to Resene Mercury, can be seen in the dining chairs and balances the crisp white and striking black in the space.

Resene Sea Fog also features in the living room with Resene Alabaster on the skirting and architraves. Lush indoor plants bring life and colour to the contemporary space.

In the master bedroom, a feature wall in the deep charcoal hue of Resene Shark makes a striking statement. Resene Sea Fog on the ceiling reflects light down into the otherwise moody room while the accent hues of warm mustards, similar to Resene Noosa, pale pink, similar to Resene Paper Doll and soft grey, much like Resene Flotsam, add depth and interest to the space.

The guest bedroom heroes the soft, calming hue of Resene Periglacial Blue. The ceiling is painted in Resene Sea Fog and the skirting and architraves in Resene Alabaster. Tonal blues really give this space a serene feeling – try layering in Resene Half Dusted Blue and Resene Blue Moon for a similar look in your home.

The study walls are adorned with Resene Black. Hannah consulted the experts at her local Resene ColorShop and opted to have the colour tinted into Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen, which works just like a chalkboard and can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. The ceiling is in Resene Sea Fog and the architraves are in Resene Alabaster.

Resene Triple Rakaia was the perfect choice for Hannah, who wanted a “warm greyscale exterior.” Resene Alabaster on the trims provides a crisp contrast.

Beautifully maintained white iceberg roses add character to this restored home. Exterior painted in Resene Triple Rakaia, front door in Resene Poppy and joinery and fencing in Resene Alabaster.

images Hannah Kang