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Design inspiration from art

Design inspiration from art

Can you put together a whole room around an artist or art movement? There’s no reason why not... more

27 July, 2022

Punky, popular ways with pinks and purples

Punky, popular ways with pinks and purples

The new generation of pinks and purples are bold and dramatic, perfect for elevating an otherwise neutral room and stamping your personality on any space... more

25 July, 2022

The return of the 70s

The return of the 70s

When incorporating elements of 70s style into your home, unless you are creating a true retro theme, keep ‘sophistication’, ‘luxury’ and ‘warmth’ top of mind... more

20 July, 2022

Add charm with stripes and colour block

Add charm with stripes and colour block

Steeped in personality with a dash of eye-catching style, painted stripes and colour blocking charm interiors with character and sophistication in equal measure... more

14 July, 2022

Add shine to your interior design

Add shine to your interior design

The right amount of shine and shimmer in the right place can be the finishing touch that truly elevates your space... more

10 July, 2022

Give your wood surfaces a facelift

Give your wood surfaces a facelift

All wood surfaces eventually need a little care and attention. Luckily it is usually easy and cost effective to completely transform them... more

07 July, 2022

Showcase your personal treasures

Showcase your personal treasures

One of the most satisfying parts of any newly renovated or decorated space is that moment when you add in your personal belongings... more

03 July, 2022

Top tips to get a quick decorating refresh done in a weekend

Top tips to get a quick decorating refresh done in a weekend

Here are some tips for making sure you use your weekend time efficiently to get maximum results... more

30 June, 2022

Professional help

Professional help

Insider secrets for the perfect paint finishes when you’re doing it yourself... more

29 June, 2022

DIY tips for painting windows and trims

DIY tips for painting windows and trims

Trim features in your home – or on the outside – such as windows and door frames are often the last part of the reno to get attention... more

28 June, 2022

 Whites & neutrals 101

Whites & neutrals 101

Take notes from this masterclass on how to nail pale... more

27 June, 2022

Break all the rules

Break all the rules

If you’re new to experimenting with interior design, it can seem like there are a lot of “rules”... more

25 June, 2022

Understanding warm and cool colours

Understanding warm and cool colours

You can absolutely mix warm and cool colours in your design palette, and in fact you should do this... more

24 June, 2022

All white now

All white now

There’s just something so serene about an all-white room. Easy and versatile, timeless and long-lasting, it’s a hue that suits any interior... more

19 June, 2022

Five projects for a wet weekend

Five projects for a wet weekend

Here are some great, small projects that, with some planning, you can wrap up in a wet weekend... more

13 June, 2022

How to turn your home into a nourishing retreat-like space

How to turn your home into a nourishing retreat-like space

So much of our time is spent at home these days, so it's essential to provide yourself and loved ones with a relaxing home that restores you... more

09 June, 2022

Soothing colours for relaxation spaces

Soothing colours for relaxation spaces

Finding a spot to unwind and decompress at home seems more important than ever, when our homes are often also workplaces and study zones... more

31 May, 2022

Making your front door sing ‘Welcome!’

Making your front door sing ‘Welcome!’

An easy weekend DIY project, changing up your front door colour can breathe new life into your home and create a welcoming entry to come home to... more

29 May, 2022

Preparing your house for sale

Preparing your house for sale

A new paint job goes a long way to presenting your home in the best possible light when it comes to preparing to market your home... more

23 May, 2022

The art of balancing trends with your style and budget

The art of balancing trends with your style and budget

Design trends come and go – but style is forever... more

20 May, 2022

Playing with your room’s proportion

Playing with your room’s proportion

Proportion is an important but often forgotten aspect of decorating your interiors... more

17 May, 2022

Comforting greens for a nurturing environment

Comforting greens for a nurturing environment

It's easy to underestimate how redecorating a home can be a mood-enhancer, even on a small scale... more

15 May, 2022

Create a tropical escape without leaving home

Create a tropical escape without leaving home

A holiday in the tropics always seems like a grand idea. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible, for one reason or another... more

11 May, 2022

Designing for pet-friendly interiors

Designing for pet-friendly interiors

We love our pets – even when they get mud on the newly painted walls, scratch up the curtains and leave a layer of fur lovingly all over the new couch... more

08 May, 2022

Design for the seasons – without breaking the bank

Design for the seasons – without breaking the bank

There are some simple hacks to keep rooms up to date for different seasons that will satisfy your seasonal creativity, without breaking the bank... more

30 April, 2022

DIY design tips for small spaces

DIY design tips for small spaces

Being constrained by small spaces can really spark creativity as you’re forced to think outside the box to solve issues while sticking to your design vision... more

25 April, 2022

Design bedrooms that grow with your kids

Design bedrooms that grow with your kids

How do you give your kids a bedroom they love, that’s practical and age appropriate, without breaking the bank?... more

20 April, 2022

Create learning zones at home

Create learning zones at home

Having a dedicated learning zone at home can be really helpful in getting children and teens to switch into a learning frame of mind... more

17 April, 2022

The secret of the three S’s in decorating – sumptuous, sultry and smouldering

The secret of the three S’s in decorating – sumptuous, sultry and smouldering

The secret of the three S’s in decorating – sumptuous, sultry and smouldering... more

13 April, 2022

The world of wallpaper

The world of wallpaper

Today’s wallpaper industry is thriving and the range available is diverse... more

09 April, 2022

Night time’s the right time

Night time’s the right time

Using dark colours in bedrooms gives a cue to the eyes, mind and body to wind down and relax... more

06 April, 2022

Born of the earth

Born of the earth

Earthy tones and materials suit our green interior and coastal fringe... more

03 April, 2022

DIY tips for upcycling

DIY tips for upcycling

Paint, wallpaper and stain are very useful and affordable ways to breathe new life into used pieces... more

07 April, 2022

Make the most of awkward exterior areas

Make the most of awkward exterior areas

Do you have spaces around your property you just don’t know what to do with?... more

31 March, 2022

How to enhance the sense of space in a home with paint

How to enhance the sense of space in a home with paint

Paint has a life of its own. It can greatly impact the sense of space within a room... more

23 March, 2022

Just grow with it: Ideas for creating a timeless child’s room

Just grow with it: Ideas for creating a timeless child’s room

Creating a timeless children’s room that remains relevant throughout every stage of your child’s growth can be a big challenge... more

18 March, 2022

On-trend autumn colours to fall in love with

On-trend autumn colours to fall in love with

As the days get cooler and the natural world bursts into colour, it’s the perfect time warm up your home with some equally vibrant hues... more

13 March, 2022

How to layer accessories without cluttering your space

How to layer accessories without cluttering your space

The final part of any room makeover is the stage where you add the decor, mementos and art pieces that really make the space belong to you... more

10 March, 2022

Design ideas for maximum storage

Design ideas for maximum storage

Here are some ideas to maximise your storage options without just adding more clutter to your spaces... more

06 March, 2022

How to look after your paint finish

How to look after your paint finish

You want to make sure to take care of your paint finish so it looks its best for as long as possible... more

01 March, 2022

Creating a nature-inspired interior

Creating a nature-inspired interior

You can create nature-inspired decor with careful choice of Resene paints and wallpapers... more

28 February, 2022

Divine dining

Divine dining

A dining room can become both a social centre for your household, and a perfect canvas for some creative interior design... more

21 February, 2022

Be inspired by global influences

Be inspired by global influences

If your happy place is on some distant shore, bring a flavour of it to your home so that you can feel a little pick-me-up every day... more

19 February, 2022

Wallpapering tips for beginners

Wallpapering tips for beginners

Wallpaper has had a huge revival in recent years, and with good reason... more

13 February, 2022

Summer colours to revitalise your interior

Summer colours to revitalise your interior

Colours that replicate the summer season, whether simple hints or a broader expanse, lift our spaces in a resonating fashion... more

09 February, 2022

Practical minimalism for everyday living

Practical minimalism for everyday living

Minimalism is a perennial influence in the world of interior design, something lots of us aspire to, and something some of us find a bit daunting... more

07 February, 2022

Street appeal – what is it, and why should you care?

Street appeal – what is it, and why should you care?

You hear the phrase street appeal a lot when you’re buying and selling houses. It’s really all about first impressions... more

05 February, 2022

Refresh your bathroom with Resene

Refresh your bathroom with Resene

Don’t neglect your bathroom. A refresh can make a big difference to your sense of wellbeing... more

31 January, 2022

Which blue is right for you?

Which blue is right for you?

Blue. Just the word is relaxing, evoking a long deep breath. Visually, of course, it's even more powerful... more

25 January, 2022

Sunset hues

Sunset hues

In the summer months many of us soaked up sun’s warm rays, be it at the beach or on one of New Zealand’s remote hiking tracks... more

18 January, 2022

Add mid-century modern flair to your home

Add mid-century modern flair to your home

Mid-century modern design is one of those design styles that has had a life well beyond its own era to become a movement that is increasingly popular today... more

31 December, 2021

Design for a mood boost

Design for a mood boost

Designing interiors that spark happiness is simply about curating spaces that celebrate the people, places and things we love... more

29 December, 2021

Creative headboard ideas to jazz up a bedroom

Creative headboard ideas to jazz up a bedroom

A key method to harness character is with a headboard. A headboard can transform an ordinary bedroom into something uplifting and dramatic... more

25 December, 2021

A little bit country: How to embrace the Cottagecore trend

A little bit country: How to embrace the Cottagecore trend

The popular-right-now Cottagecore trend harks back to more simple times and pastoral living on farms and in small villages with vibrant cottage gardens... more

21 December, 2021

Summer lovin’: Keep things summery all year round

Summer lovin’: Keep things summery all year round

Here are some ideas for capturing the spirit of summer that will work in any home all year round... more

15 December, 2021

A beginner’s guide to wallpaper

A beginner’s guide to wallpaper

Wallpaper is having a surge in popularity as we develop a collective taste for rooms with impact, variety and interest... more

11 December, 2021

Star stripes

Star stripes

Draw the line at an insipid interior with a motif that’s tried and true... more

31 November, 2021

Where to spend your reno dollars

Where to spend your reno dollars

How to ensure you'll get the maximum bang for your buck, that adds value to your property, but also to the way you live in your home... more

30 November, 2021

Design for your batch, adapt for your home

Design for your bach, adapt to your house

Coastal living calls for houses that let us live lightly, while still being inspiring and uplifting to be in... more

29 November, 2021

Painting hacks for home decorators

Painting hacks for home decorators

Here are some simple painting tips, tricks and hacks from Resene for home decorators to help ensure your walls end up more “Wow!” than “Whoops!”... more

26 November, 2021

Make the most of a small outdoor area

Make the most of a small outdoor area

How do you get the most from your outdoor area if it’s less of a sweeping compound and more of a compact courtyard?... more

23 November, 2021

Make the most of your tiny bathroom

Make the most of your tiny bathroom

Bathrooms done well can be a real treasure of your home. So how can you make the most of your bathroom if space is at a premium?... more

19 November, 2021

Blues to love

Blues to love

With so many options to choose from, a little exploration means it’s a no-brainer to find a blue that works for your space... more

17 November, 2021

Sand - the new neutral

Sand - the new neutral

If you're looking for a neutral colour that offers something new and modern, let's talk about sand... more

31 October, 2021

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