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When we flip through the glossy pages of a magazine and are bowled over by full page spreads of gorgeous projects that appear to be the pinnacle of perfection, we’re often not getting the whole story. In our imperfect world, there’s no such thing as a perfect project. No matter how many years we have under our belts, there are always unique and unexpected hitches and hurdles that trip us up along the way, and things seldom turn out exactly as planned. While taking in the beauty of a stunning portfolio piece is generally inspiring, understanding the challenges that were overcome during its creation can be where the real value lies – and it’s imperative for furthering what our industry is capable of.
At BlackWhite, we are all about celebrating achievements – certainly in design and the use of Resene paints, stains and wallpapers, but also in problem solving, innovation and adaptability in the face of obstacles. I have enormous appreciation and respect for those who have been transparent about both the ups and downs of their journeys over the years, for you are playing an active role in helping others who may one day encounter similar stumbling blocks. You have done the hard yards, and your willingness to share your lessons learnt means we can all take a smarter approach to our work and what we are able to create for our clients.
Of course, it also helps Resene to know about the snags you run into, because if there is a paint or coatingsbased solution to be uncovered, you can be sure that the staff will be unwavering in their search for it – even if that means developing a brand new product. And with each new Resene product comes clever and innovative ideas for how to use it, and even more extraordinary stories for us to share.
Happy reading!
Laura Lynn Johnston
Editor
Sit back, relax and enjoy all the articles from BlackWhite magazine - simply click on the story below of interest and read the full article or use the search function for a particular topic. Earn CPD reading this magazine – If you're a specifier, earn ADNZ or NZRAB CPD points by reading BlackWhite magazine. Once you've read an issue request your CPD points via the CPD portal for ADNZ (for NZ architectural designers) or NZRAB (for NZ architects).
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If you have a project finished in Resene paints, wood stains or coatings, whether it is strikingly colourful, beautifully tonal, a haven of natural stained and clear finishes, wonderfully unique or anything in between, we'd love to see it and have the opportunity to showcase it. Submit your projects online or email editor@blackwhitemag.com. You're welcome to share as many projects as you would like, whenever it suits. We look forward to seeing what you've been busy creating.
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