Colour inspiration – latest looks
Get inspired with colour! If you're getting ready for your next decorating journey, browse through these beautiful mood boards and colour ideas to help you select just the right look and mood for your space.
Dramatic monotone
Going all-in on one bold colour is a courageous idea and as this demonstrates, the results can be stunning... more
Two-toned neutrals
For large rooms, or simply as a striking feature, this unique two-toned look is a great way to add structure... more
Character darks
Dark exteriors have always held appeal. Black-painting weatherboards or other styles of cladding give a house a smart urban look... more
Space to soothe
Weathered blues and whitewashed plywood create a soothing space to relax and read as we seek to escape the hectic, ultra-public and digtal world beyond the front door... more
Creamier whites
You need shades that are versatile and will look in rooms of all shapes and sizes, will give you a blank, but not boring, canvas to build on... more
The new neutrals
Our concept of what a neutral colour is changing. No longer are we talking only about whites, creams, beiges and greys when we talk about neutrals... more
Peach meets pink
It has been the darling of recent times – millennial pink has appeared in all walks of life from clothing (men’s and women’s), products, accessories, hair and makeup, and interiors... more
It’s all in the layers
This sophisticated room is an easily achievable, classic look brought right up to date with the deft use of accent colours and layered tones... more
Tonal stripes
They’re simple to achieve, have endless variations and can be adapted to suit almost any look, from the full nautical ensemble of blue and white to something more minimalist and natural like this refreshing, inviting space... more
Earthy colourblock living
The dusky earth tones of this calm space, mixed with the natural fibres and wood tones make it feel as though you’ve just stepped in to an airy, cool luxury lodge after a trek through the desert or savannah... more
Sunset tones
Not too long ago this gorgeous mellow-toned room would likely have been awash in millennial pinks but here there’s a subtle shift away from that side of the spectrum into the modern trend for peaches and nudes... more
Waves of blue
Swirled to sleep Swirly waves of colour inspired by the lapping sea create a calm and peaceful environment for sleeping in this soothing bedroom... more
Deeply geo
Keeping it charming, cosy and oh-so-modern in this strong blue and grey look, this living room complements a feature wall in.... more
The new earthy roses
A modern take on an old favourite: terracotta. This tone-on-tone living space harks back to the retro appeal... more
Wabi-sabi style
Soft muted greens are the new neutral this season. Use a two-tone approach for interest and add deeper vegetative greens... more
Try Japandi
Japandi – a mix between Japan style and Scandi with a simple organic style and using natural colours, organic shapes, and textural elements... more
The essential home office
The rising popularity of portable devices doesn’t do away with the need for a home office. As a restful, well-ordered corner, this office nook...
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At home with sea greens
An easy-to-make feature wall created with painted ‘planks’ of plywood gives a rich backdrop to this colourful, yet contemporary room... more
A new take on purple
An easy-to-make feature wall created with painted ‘planks’ of plywood gives a rich backdrop to this colourful, yet contemporary room... more
Colour block
Why not pick a bold colour that you love or, like we have here, match it to a key piece of furniture and create a block of beautiful colour? ... more
Soft circles
For kids that love colour, these intersecting circles of modern pastels are just the ticket. Big and beautiful, it’s a great way to add... more
Pink meets blue
This delicious living room has a softly Californian retro vibe while using a very up-to-date colour – millennial pink... more
One for the boys
A simple painted shape can add fun to a child’s room without having to go overboard... more
Going deep with wine red
Deep wine red is a colour of the moment. Some call it burgundy but in this room, Resene Pohutukawa has the mood and look... more
Latest inspiration in print
You are here
Don’t forget to look around and admire the epic beauty that surrounds us every day... more
Crisp in colour
Balance and harmony with the colour green plus fun with florals from Remix magazine... more
Coast to coast
Let a coastal palette wash over your home with these ideas from Simply You Living magazine... view
