Resene Eighth Lemon Grass is subtle and soothing in the lounge opposite the dining area, with Resene Black White on ceilings and trims. “It’s not too bright or stark, Resene Black White is my favourite ‘pure white’,” Rachel says.

“Because the top floor is elevated above street level, it’s blessed with natural light from sunrise to dusk. It’s incredibly warm and in the summer months. That’s why I chose very deep, rich, dark colours for the northern side. These colours help to visually balance the temperature and alleviate harsh glare. I then built the palette for the rest of the home around the core colours.” Resene Eighth Lemon Grass is painted on the walls, Resene Black White on the ceiling and trims and Resene Black on the staircase.

Resene Eighth Lemon Grass is soothing in the kitchen, continued from the lounge, and complements the cabinetry. Bring greyed greens into your kitchen with Resene Cutty Sark or Resene Stromboli. The ceiling and trims are in Resene Black White.

“The history of the home is so special and unique as are the incredible character features. It maintains original stained-glass windows, 3.6m studs, a grand entrance hall and a huge section,” says Rachel.”  The hallway walls are finished in Resene Eighth Lemon Grass with Resene Black White on the ceiling and trims.

Resene Bounty shines in the living room, the soft steel blue balancing the room’s brightness and warmth from the sun. Resene Black White is on the ceiling and trims.

“I wanted the master bedroom to feel moody and sensual and Resene Bounty ticked all these boxes,” says Rachel. Ceiling and trims in Resene Black White and door in Resene Black.

Resene Loblolly is a winter grey, icy and crystalline used on the walls in this bedroom. The ceiling and trims are in Resene Black White.

“For Ivy’s room I wanted something vibrant and playful.” Resene Jet Stream was picked, with Resene Black White on the trims and ceiling.

“My favourite room is unquestionably the home office. This is the brightest, warmest space in the house, and I have painted the entire room in Resene Dark Slate. This space exudes calm and fills me with happiness, working in here is an absolute delight.” Trims and ceiling in Resene Black White.

Resene Tasman is painted on the walls in the home’s bathrooms, with Resene Black White on the ceiling and trims. “Peaceful and aquatic, this colour is perfect for bathrooms and laundry spaces,” says Rachel.

“The apartment is at ground level and although it still receives a generous amount of natural light, aesthetically it feels much cooler. It originally had dark grey carpet that absorbed all the beautiful daylight and pure white walls which made it feel very cold and clinical. It felt emotionless and lacked both personality and style. It was clear to me that this space required colours to help lift its spirits, reflect the sunlight and radiate warmth.” Resene Half Caraway was used in the master bedroom and Resene Caraway in the other two bedrooms.

Resene Half Evolution is downstairs in the living room, with Resene Black White on the ceiling and trims. “What’s not to love about this gorgeous earthy olive. This colour beautifully complements all the other colours used throughout and feels so harmonious. It works perfectly with the amber coloured Kauri floorboards, fireplace and pendant. I think the end result is stunning.”