From habitat highlights - issue 42, bright ideas
Fresh thinking for practical design projects.
Create a striking, modern desk lamp by repurposing a sturdy wooden coat hanger, painted in your favourite Resene testpot paint colour or Resene Colorwood stain. It's a simple project that can brighten up any home office, kid's homework zone or craft shed while adding a spark of personality. Paint the coat hanger or base in a block colour or add a simple design like polka dots or flowers.
Lightbulb moment: Hanger lamp arm painted in Resene Undercover, hinge in Resene Blanc, lamp base and table in Resene Aquaclear satin and wall and vase in Resene Quarter Powder Blue. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this light visit Habitat by Resene
top tip Add extra bling to your hanger light by finishing it in a Resene FX Metallic paint colour.
Lightbulb moment: Hanger lamp arm painted in Resene Undercover, hinge in Resene Blanc, lamp base and table in Resene Aquaclear satin and wall and vase in Resene Quarter Powder Blue. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this light visit Habitat by Resene
Build with bins: Wall painted in Resene Quarter Powder Blue, floor stain washed in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy, skirting and tray in Resene Sea Fog, bin sides and middle shelf in Resene Colorwood Whitewash and top and bottom in Resene Element. Legs from Mitre 10. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this storage unit visit Habitat by Resene
Add extra, inexpensive storage to your bedroom with this chic and smart bedside table made from two wooden bread bins. Opt for a classic black frame for a modern, sophisticated look, soft pastels for a delicate finish or a stained finish using Resene Colorwood Natural to celebrate the wood.
top tip For a soothing colour finish try your favourite shade from the Resene Colorwood We Speak Beach stain wash collection.
Build with bins: Wall painted in Resene Quarter Powder Blue, floor stain washed in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy, skirting and tray in Resene Sea Fog, bin sides and middle shelf in Resene Colorwood Whitewash and top and bottom in Resene Element. Legs from Mitre 10. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this storage unit visit Habitat by Resene
Helpful hang ups: Rack finished in Resene Aquaclear semi-gloss, walls in Resene Sea Fog, floor stain washed in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy and bench in Resene Cape Palliser. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this clothes rack view Habitat by Resene
Living art: Wall in Resene Element with Resene FX Paint Effects Medium mixed with Resene Chicago and planter frame in Resene Element with box in clear Resene Aquaclear satin. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this wall planter view Habitat by Resene
Rethink a hinged clothes rack by attaching it to a corner wall for a hugely useful hanging space, perfect for beside the front door. The minimalist design makes good use of space for added storage without taking up valuable floor space. Apply a clear Resene Aquaclear urethane finish to protect the wood or blend it into your room by painting the rack the same shade as your walls.
top tip Choose the Resene Aquaclear sheen level to suit your surface. Gloss is brighter, while semi-gloss has subtler sheen and satin a more flat finish.
Helpful hang ups: Rack finished in Resene Aquaclear semi-gloss, walls in Resene Sea Fog, floor stain washed in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy and bench in Resene Cape Palliser. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this clothes rack view Habitat by Resene
This living art planter is an easy way to add 3D living art to your rooms. Continue your wall colour onto the frame for a seamless look or make it even more of a feature with a contrasting Resene paint colour or stain that makes the foliage pop.
top tip Use a matte Resene SpaceCote Flat finish to bring out the depth in dark colours.
Living art: Wall in Resene Element with Resene FX Paint Effects Medium mixed with Resene Chicago and planter frame in Resene Element with box in clear Resene Aquaclear satin. ▸ For a step-by-step guide on how to make this wall planter view Habitat by Resene
Colours mentioned in this article
Colours marked as "buy in-store" may not yet be available in our online ColorShop, however, the testpots can be purchased at your local Resene ColorShop or reseller.
Products mentioned in this article
Products marked as "coming soon" or "buy in-store" may not yet be available in our online ColorShop, however, they can be purchased at your local Resene ColorShop or reseller.
Projects: Ivan Moses
Stylist: Megan Harrison-Turner
Images: Bryce Carleton
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