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The fear of making mistakes in your interior design make-over can be paralysing.
Who doesn’t want a little bit more sunshine in their lives?
Broadening your outlook when it comes to painting your home can pay off, providing colour in a fresh and enlightening way.
Kitchens and dining rooms are so often the heart of your home, no matter what kind of house or apartment you live in.
Humans have always drawn inspiration from nature in all kinds of creative expression, including interior design.
Nothing is more annoying than putting a huge amount of effort and money into redecorating or renovating your house, only to find something has gone wrong.
Connecting the indoors with the outdoors has become one of our most desired design trends.
Today’s minimalism, borne out of several years of social upheaval, is a little warmer and a little more relaxed.
Concrete, ceramics, metal and even melamine kitchen cabinets can all be painted over, which opens up a whole new world of ideas for revamping your spaces.
Versatile and timeless, a neutral palette is a popular choice with interior designers for good reason. Here are some ways to take neutral up a gear.
Moody, gothic or noir interiors are having something of a comeback. Many of us are driven to these dark and moody spaces where we can retreat and recharge.
When done right, architectural details catch the eye. They draw us in, providing interest in what would otherwise be an ordinary space.
Got a small space that needs a revamp? The good news is that no matter how spatially-challenged your room or dwelling, you don’t have to be squeezed for choice with your Resene colour palette.
With some clever Resene paint touches, you can keep that sunny, laidback vibe in your home the whole year round.
With creativity, clever use of colour and smart design, you can satisfy your regal tastes without blowing even a meagre budget.
The soulful, uplifting nature of sugar and spice colours appeals to our senses, whether you adopt them in deep dark tones or lighter versions.
Primordial greens, the ultimate in getting back to nature, are the greens of dense, rich vegetation. Is it any wonder we want these greens in our homes?
Here are some ideas for quick and inexpensive bach makeovers from Resene.
To spruce up your outdoor area without sacrificing all of your free time, schedule in a few high-impact projects that you can get done in a day or a weekend.
Wabi sabi design – a relaxed, easy-going approach that keeps things simple and uncluttered without veering into austere minimalism.
Embrace your curves! Graceful, elegant, whimsical… what's not to love about an arch?
A classic interior is the perfect template to hang your creativity on.
Bathrooms and ensuites are spaces crying out for more colour personalisation and style. Create a functional space where you can also unwind.
With both inflation and the cost of living rising, thinking about eco-friendly ways to decorate is not only of benefit to the planet, but also to your wallet.
Cost blowouts and overcapitalising are two of the biggest dangers when it comes to planning and successfully executing your home renovation.
Deep warm tones of paprika, cinnamon, allspice, cumin and cardamom are a play on our current preference for earthy, natural shades but given extra oomph.
Evoke this breezy, feel-good vibe with upbeat hues, whether on a few elements within a room or coated across all four walls.
Is your house in need of a fresh finish on the outside? Or perhaps it's just time for a makeover?
As your house emerges from winter, it’s a good time to spring clean the outside.
When should you renovate or redecorate? There are other things to take into account when planning your renovation, besides the weather.
There is a preference for relaxed spaces, soft textures, plants and natural fibres and a seamless flow between inside and out.
Wine reds for every room and every style. Deep, sultry reds are everywhere at the moment.
Simply put, Japandi is exactly that – a mix between Japan style and Scandi, with a focus on simplicity, using natural colours.
Patterns bring energy, juxtaposition, angles, vibrancy, depth, interest and contrast into interior spaces.
The world is really your patterned oyster. Use the classics; checks, spots and stripes to liven up your home interior.
A wealth of hues will set a dramatic mood for a home and fresh approaches to using them, creating settings you'd happily get lost in.
Transforming children’s bedrooms can be some of the most fun projects you can do in your house.
Here’s a quick guide to decoding some of the trends, ideas and styles around right now.
There’s never been a better time to look at ways to update and refresh furniture we already own.
Can you put together a whole room around an artist or art movement? There’s no reason why not.
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.
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.
Steeped in personality with a dash of eye-catching style, painted stripes and colour blocking charm interiors with character and sophistication in equal measure.
The right amount of shine and shimmer in the right place can be the finishing touch that truly elevates your space.
All wood surfaces eventually need a little care and attention. Luckily it is usually easy and cost effective to completely transform them.
One of the most satisfying parts of any newly renovated or decorated space is that moment when you add in your personal belongings.
Here are some tips for making sure you use your weekend time efficiently to get maximum results.
Insider secrets for the perfect paint finishes when you’re doing it yourself.
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.
If you’re new to experimenting with interior design, it can seem like there are a lot of “rules”.
You can absolutely mix warm and cool colours in your design palette, and in fact you should do this.
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.
Here are some great, small projects that, with some planning, you can wrap up in a wet weekend.
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.
Finding a spot to unwind and decompress at home seems more important than ever, when our homes are often also workplaces and study zones.
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.
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.
Proportion is an important but often forgotten aspect of decorating your interiors.
It's easy to underestimate how redecorating a home can be a mood-enhancer, even on a small scale.
A holiday in the tropics always seems like a grand idea. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible, for one reason or another.
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.
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