Working for You

Whether you need a hub for your 40-hour work week, a space to study part-time or simply a quiet area to organise bills and family events, the demand for home workspaces is continuing to grow. Everyone’s requirements are different, and colour can help boost productivity whether you have a designated room for an office, a corner in the bedroom or a spot at the dining room table.

Multi-use spaces

You can put a workspace just about anywhere now and paint can help you define the space. Mask out a Resene FX Write-On Wall Paint feature in the corner of your room to create both an interactive and colourful feature; paint out shelving in a bold colour such as Resene Thumbs Up to boost creativity; or simply brighten up an old placemat and spruce up a penholder with colours such as Resene Unwind and Resene Coast to liven up your temporary trips to the dining room table.

Strategic & focused

Blue is thought to be associated with intellect and for some, being in a blue room can increase productivity. For long, focused hours surround yourself with Resene SpaceCote Flat on the walls tinted to hues such as Resene Wanaka or Resene Bali Hai. Off-set with soothing, soft hues such as Resene Norway or Resene Gelato.

Creative & inspiring

Surrounding yourself with the right colours can stimulate creativity while you work. Identify the types of colours that have a psychological effect on your creativity. You may find yourself drawn to bold oranges such as Resene Twisted Sister, electric turquoises such as Resene Hullabaloo or the free-spirited Resene Pizza. Use masking tape to mask out a section of your wall in Resene FX Magnetic Magic and create a large-scale, interactive mood board.

Finishing touches

Introduce green foliage throughout the room to make even the longest hours inside more enjoyable. Paint out pots in your favourite Resene testpot colours to keep you inspired and layer hanging planters. Dip the table legs of your desk in vibrant hues such as Resene Pompadour, Resene Koru or Resene Funk to add a touch of personality to your focused work space.

Colours used in this home office scheme...

Resene Colour Expert Rebecca Long is passionate about the difference colour and paint can make to a home. If you have a paint, colour or wallpaper query, visit your Resene ColorShop for expert advice, or book an appointment with a Resene Colour Expert online.

Photo Bryce Carleton. Stylist Annick Larkin. July 2021

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