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Floral interiors have a timeless charm that can breathe life into any space, but they can be polarising... more
20 August, 2024
The trick is to find the colours and motifs you love about spring and work them into a broader, versatile canvas for your rooms that will work all year.... more
15 August, 2024
When you walk into some rooms, have you noticed, they seem to feel warm, inviting and interesting, even though they may be very simple in design... more
31 July, 2024
Industrial Chic has always had a regular place in the list of design trends that keep returning to favour... more
10 July, 2024
Cosiness can mean different things to different people. The key to cosy is finding colours, textures and decorative pieces that speak to your own idea of a warm, comforting retreat... more
31 May, 2024
The right tiles in the right space can lend your home interior a durable elegance. However, they can be expensive and, like any surface, can start to look dated or tired after time... more
17 May, 2024
Texture is a vital part of any complete and cohesive interior design. A simple note of burnished sheen can add a hint of luxury and glamour... more
22 April, 2024
Minimalism isn't for everyone. Living in a ‘busier’ space doesn’t mean rooms need to feel cluttered or untidy... more
15 April, 2024
Today’s modern minimalism skews much more toward comfort, allowing for a softer edge in textiles and colours... more
20 January, 2024
What is 2024 going to bring us when it comes to beautiful new design trends?... more
22 December, 2023
What does ‘texture’ mean and how do you work with it in your own home?... more
04 December, 2023
The increasingly popular tiny house movement is making us all think differently and more creatively about how we can use colour to make the most of smaller spaces... more
30 November, 2023
Let's take a look at some of the biggest ’90s trends and how they can be reinvented to look fresh and modern... more
24 November, 2023
There’s nothing quite like that feeling that comes with a stint at the bach, or a family summer holiday of any kind... more
11 November, 2023
Modern interior design tastes and trends have a renewed appreciation for all things vintage... more
04 November, 2023
Learn how to make the Wes Anderson-style work for you in your home... more
05 September, 2023
Here are some tips and ideas for creating feature floors using Resene products... more
23 August, 2023
Learn how to use wood accents inside and outside your home... more
18 August, 2023
It is an easy task to adapt what you might think of as a classic minimalist style to meet your tastes and overcome a sense of austerity... more
09 August, 2023
It’s time to put the fun into these functional home spaces and design rooms that inspire creativity as well as productivity... more
12 May, 2023
A sunrise of brights, a cocktail of tropical hues and shades that evoke smile-raising fun, look to the Miami heat and the Cuban summer for colour inspiration... more
04 May, 2023
Let’s take a look at what’s new in environmentally friendly design and decorating... more
02 May, 2023
Curves are a phenomenon that have garnered great appeal in interior design and with good reason... more
25 April, 2023
The idea of getting back to nature and enjoying a simpler life has been at the heart of design trends in recent times... more
22 April, 2023
Choosing a theme for your room, when planning an interior design, can be a very effective way to start building a cohesive finish... more
13 April, 2023
Our generally temperate climate, mixed with a collective love of indoor-outdoor flow and laid back beach holidays mean a coastal design style is perennially popular... more
31 March, 2023
"Step into a space in which the colours and forms have been configured to convey a tangible air of calm... more
21 March, 2023
Pop on your cardigan, grab yourself a home-brewed kombucha – and check out these four cottagecore looks... more
07 January, 2023
Feature walls have much to recommend them. They can add pizazz to an otherwise lacklustre space... more
30 December, 2022
Today’s minimalism, borne out of several years of social upheaval, is a little warmer and a little more relaxed... more
27 November, 2022
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... more
16 November, 2022
With some clever Resene paint touches, you can keep that sunny, laidback vibe in your home the whole year round... more
09 November, 2022
With creativity, clever use of colour and smart design, you can satisfy your regal tastes without blowing even a meagre budget... more
05 November, 2022
Here are some ideas for quick and inexpensive bach makeovers from Resene... more
28 October, 2022
Wabi sabi design – a relaxed, easy-going approach that keeps things simple and uncluttered without veering into austere minimalism... more
21 October, 2022
Embrace your curves! Graceful, elegant, whimsical… what’s not to love about an arch?... more
17 October, 2022
A classic interior is the perfect template to hang your creativity on. Here’s how to put a modern twist on four timeless looks... more
14 October, 2022
There is a preference for relaxed spaces, soft textures, plants and natural fibres and a seamless flow between inside and out... more
08 September, 2022
Patterns bring energy, juxtaposition, angles, vibrancy, depth, interest and contrast into interior spaces... more
22 August, 2022
Simply put, Japandi is exactly that – a mix between Japan style and Scandi, with a focus on simplicity, using natural colours... more
29 August, 2022
The world is really your patterned oyster. Use the classics; checks, spots and stripes to liven up your home interior... more
17 August, 2022
Here’s a quick guide to decoding some of the trends, ideas and styles around right now... more
02 August, 2022
Can you put together a whole room around an artist or art movement? There’s no reason why not... more
27 July, 2022
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
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
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
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
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
How do you give your kids a bedroom they love, that’s practical and age appropriate, without breaking the bank?... more
20 April, 2022
The secret of the three S’s in decorating – sumptuous, sultry and smouldering... more
13 April, 2022
Today’s wallpaper industry is thriving and the range available is diverse... more
09 April, 2022
You can create nature-inspired decor with careful choice of Resene paints and wallpapers... more
28 February, 2022
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
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
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
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
Wallpaper is having a surge in popularity as we develop a collective taste for rooms with impact, variety and interest... more
11 December, 2021
Draw the line at an insipid interior with a motif that’s tried and true... more
31 November, 2021
Coastal living calls for houses that let us live lightly, while still being inspiring and uplifting to be in... more
29 November, 2021
We can all add a touch of period glamour and some decorative details to our interiors using Resene paint and wallpaper... more
25 October, 2021
Japandi combines Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, creating a look that celebrates warm minimalism, organic materials and simplicity... more
31 September, 2021
You can take inspiration from far-off places to create exotic, relaxing and fun spaces in your home... more
31 July, 2021
Here are some ideas and tips for successfully decorating with bold walls... more
26 July, 2021
Try thinking of maximalism simply as ‘more’ rather than the minimalist ‘less’ - suddenly it can become a fun decorating approach that works in any home... more
17 July, 2021
What better way to evoke a peaceful, retreat-like environment at home than with the colours of nature?... more
11 July, 2021
Whether you’re at home in a vast villa or lounging in a loft space, there are times we all want cosiness... more
06 July, 2021
Simple elegance with layers of texture are at the heart of most chic hotel spaces and that is easy to recreate at home... more
05 June, 2021
How do you make minimalism work in winter when you want more ‘comfortable and calming’ than ‘cold and clinical’?... more
31 May, 2021
Show off your design flair by creating vibrant and interesting backgrounds... more
20 May, 2021
Here are some simple areas to pay attention to that will help you transform your outdoor living areas so they’re usable all year round... more
15 May, 2021
When it comes to bringing character and personality into a home, Resene wallpaper will always have its place... more
19 March, 2021
The flow of more than one colour in different spaces carries vitality. A series of colours will bring interest and life... more
07 December, 2020
Thanks to colour and accent items, there are ways to blur the lines between home and holidays, making your dwelling more like the spaces you relax in... more
27 November, 2020
Most of us have at least one small space in the home that can be tricky to maximise with a beautiful statement. Here are some tips on how to make those small spaces big on style... more
29 October, 2020
Are you someone who is naturally drawn to a vibrant colour, and want to bring it into your home in a tasteful way? The good news is you can!... more
27 October, 2020
Learn how to use colour to create a sense of well-being and a peaceful, nurturing environment... more
25 October, 2020
When your carpet doesn’t match your drapes and your renovation budget doesn’t quite match your dreams, you need a clever fix... more
30 September, 2020
With a little help from interior designer Annick Larkin, we outline which paint colours make small spaces feel more spacious... more
30 August, 2020
Redecorate your space with Resene’s most fashionable seasonal shades, and pile on the texture... more
25 April, 2020
Open-plan homes have become the people’s choice in recent decades – a development that has necessitated some creative thinking... more
31 March, 2020
Birds are ruffling up the interior decorating world. Try these ideas for feathering your nest... more
28 March, 2020
The pioneer for modern home interiors, mid-century modern design showcases high quality, detailed pieces that use clean lines... more
26 February, 2020
Acclaimed Auckland-based interior designer Mal Corboy knows a thing or two about the prevalence of Scandi style in our homes... more
16 December, 2019
Bach living and bach decorating can be compared to the flip side of our usual lifestyle. It’s the contrast between weekend living and normal day-to-day bustle... more
04 December, 2019
Paint colour is certainly one of the easiest and most cost-effective solutions for expanding your space visually... more
23 September, 2019
If your home feels disjointed, chances are you might unknowingly be making one of these common colour mistakes.... more
17 June, 2019
An 80s revival of bold colours, geometrics, ethnic patterns, house plants, brass and shiny things have crept back into our homes... more
14 April, 2019
Feature walls have definitely not disappeared. In fact, they’ve made a huge comeback in a more sophisticated guise over the last few years... more
24 March, 2019
How to create a feature wall to protect, define and anchor your outdoor space... more
09 February, 2019
Pacific style design with an eastern influence may seem incongruous until you think about the key motifs they share... more
08 February, 2019
Here are some creative ideas for putting together a modern coastal palette that brings in colours from the surf, sun and sand... more
01 February, 2019
Nothing else symbolises the relaxed holiday lifestyle quite like the bach. A soulful place where you can add your own personality and character... more
14 December, 2018
Feature walls may change from year to year, but they will always be an extremely handy way to add personality, character and definition to a space or room... more
10 December, 2018
The bold geometric abstraction style of early 20th century Dutch artist Piet Mondrian has struck such a chord with modern sensibilities... more
15 October, 2018
Travel is just one of the ways styles and traditions from other cultures make their way into our homes... more
20 September, 2018
Dark paint or light paint for a small room? That’s the ultimate question for small-space dwellers... more
09 April, 2017
Today’s bathrooms are all about luxury and high-end design. Follow these four trends to bring your dream bathroom to life... more
13 March, 2017
There’s no quicker, easier or more affordable way to make a statement in a room than to give it a coat of brightly coloured paint... more
23 April, 2016
From raw industrial design to feminine floral chic, everyone has different tastes. How do you appeal to two different taste aesthetics?... more
08 September, 2015
A style that represents strong, no-fuss lines, deep colour tones and finespun fabrics... more
06 July, 2014
We love wood. Many people have panic attacks if others suggest painting over it... more
03 June, 2013
When it comes to decorating, adding femininity to a room need not mean girlie or over-the-top pink... more
17 June, 2009
Vastu is somewhat of an Indian equivalent to Feng Shui, based on related elements but interpreted in a different manner... more
03 June, 2006
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