The latest looks in... neutrals

Of shape, tone and texture
Tonal colour schemes are a timeless and age-old way to decorate a room – or, in fact, an entire house... more

It’s tonal but not as we know it
A contemporary and elegant space that’s also a little quirky... more

Crème De La Crème
Whites and creams are timeless, easy to live with and are hugely adaptable... more

Freshly floral forever
If there’s one decorating motif that has survived the decades, or in fact the centuries, it’s the flower... more

Work – just a bit
Hybrid working arrangements have inspired many of us to carve out an office space at home... more

Room with a view
Murals can create a specific mood within a space and can also double as an eye-catching art piece... more

Feeling zen
Convert your spare room into a multi-purpose space where you can escape from the household hustle... more

Perfect imperfection
We’re craving organic looks. We don’t want ship-shape and neat, we want a bit rumpled and welcoming... more

Shape shifters
This room is a classic combination of palest grey, black and tan, with a casual twist... more

Layers of loveliness
This bedroom works so beautifully, with each layer of interest opening like flower petals... more

Art attack meets shelfie time
Making your own art boards or display boxes for the wall... more

Hola – it’s modern Mexican
A dreamy authentic interior. It’s mellow and rustic but with an uptick of optimism... more

You had me at hello
With a warm and welcoming paint palette, you’ll be setting an inviting tone right from the front door... more

Style statement
Opting for a statement piece of furniture in a splashy colour can bring a lot of character to... more

A patio for the gods
Decorate your outdoor living space in a way that reflects the energy of a favourite holiday destination... more

Grounded in nature
A strong trend has developed for decorators to turn their homes into relaxing retreats... more

Say bye bye to bland
The key to creating interest and richness in any space is to incorporate plenty of variety... more

White magic
The modern way of decorating with white is to layer multiple whites and finishes and textures... more

Check please
This feel-good print that is fun, stems from the newfound obsession that brought us cottagecore... more

Artistic expression
A look that emulates a well-curated art gallery has long been associated with luxury... more

That's amore
Create a courtyard with Mediterranean touches, with textured walls, painted limestone patio... more

Bring the Hamptons home
The casual luxury of a Hamptons-inspired interior is hard to resist, and its quintessential low-key elegance... more

Swirling statement
As people have been forced to spend more time at home, it’s natural for us to seek out colours... more

Curve appeal
If you follow design trends in interiors, chances are you've seen arches popping up everywhere... more

Scandi style evolves
Say ‘Scandinavian-style’ and many people visualise light, clean-lined spaces starkly adorned... more

Feature frames
It’s never been easier to transform your simple wall into a grand battened space or resurrect a... more

Minimalist dreams
Learn how to use shades of Resene Black White to achieve a minimalist look in your bedroom... more

Full circle
Use four principles of design to create a unified design for your next project... more

Find your zen
A Japanese inspired traditional home office, with ample storage space... more

Check mate
Painting a chess board directly on to a coffee table or side table can give you a stylish feature... more

Two takes on retro rugs
We’ve seen the 1970s begin to take over as the preferred decade to gather inspiration from... more

No moulding? No matter!
Using paint and contrast to create interesting architectural features in your home... more

Backyard as a bonus space
Making the most of your outside space has never been more important... more

Face value
Discover your inner artist with a Bauhaus inspired wall mural for your lounge... more

Character study
Let rebooted neutrals bring a multidimensional minimalism to your bedroom... more

Sun-day style
A place to relax outside, read a book and enjoy a tipple should be on everyone’s to-do list... more

Natural attraction
Encourage sweet soothing sleep with a bedroom painted in soft character neutrals... more

The greatest of ease
This contemporary space is styled using neutrals from either end of the spectrum to create... more

Nature's finest
Bask in the best nature has to offer with a conservatory that feels like springtime all year round... more

Out of the box
A tonal colour palette of green greys is translated into three unique spaces... more

Greyscale
Transform your lounge into a film noir set with clever greyscale styling... more

Sweet deco dreams
Curved or square, multicoloured or in your favourite hue, coloured headboards can make a... more

Get smart
A hallway with a smart black and beige colour palette is the perfect welcome note for a home’s entrance... more

Self care space
The trick to creating a self-care space is to think about the things that make you feel happy... more

Reading ready
For the past two years, shapes, motifs, colours and finishes reminiscent of the Art Deco era... more

In and out
There's a big draw in turning your home into the kind of place where you can relax... more

Cosy comeback
After two decades of grey as the preferred neutral, warmer tones are finally beginning to make... more

Greige for the girls
Neutral hues, especially shades of white, are the most common paint colours used in our homes... more

Seasonal switchouts
A change of seasons is the perfect time to spruce up the design scheme of your home, inside and out... more

Jade meets sage
A room like this one is perfect for bringing a sense of the outdoors in during the winter... more

Unleash your inner artist
The trend in hand-painted wall murals is for a relaxed, anything goes, freehand style... more

A nineties nook for now
This reading nook, while reminiscent of the late 80s and early 90s, still feels current today... more

Why revive when you can thrive
The popular pastels of yesteryear have been updated with slightly muddier tones... more

A classic beachy Cape Cod look
Nothing says relaxed beach style more than a range of soft blues, pale greys and seafoam whites... more

Washed in whitewash
This fresh cool room manages to take the essence of trendy Scandi cool... more

Two-toned neutrals
For large rooms, or simply as a striking feature, this unique two-toned look is a great way to... more

Space to soothe
Weathered blues and whitewashed plywood create a soothing space to relax and read... more

Creamier whites
You need shades that are versatile and will look good in rooms of all shapes and sizes... more

The new neutrals
Our concept of what's a neutral colour is changing. No longer are we talking only about... more

Creamier whites
You need shades that are versatile and will look good in rooms of all shapes and sizes... more

Sunset tones
There’s a subtle shift into the modern trend for peaches and nudes... more

Meet the super neutrals
Turn a forgotten corner into a modern reading nook with super neutrals from Resene... more

Wabi-sabi style
Soft muted greens are the new neutral this season. Use a two-tone approach for interest... more

Try Japandi
Japandi – a mix between Japan style and Scandi with a simple organic style and using natural colours... more

The essential home office
The rising popularity of portable devices doesn’t do away with the need for a home office... more

Going global
Stylist Amber Armitage takes a trip around the globe and translates her inspiration into spaces... more

Everyday Luxury
A calming interior inspired by the elegant aesthetic of NZ fashion brand Marle... more

Yours in chalk
Matte finishes on furniture, upcycling and feature area projects bring a luscious depth to hues... more

Through the seasons
Changing up your paint colours and accessories can give you dramatically different looks or even... more

Wallpaper moments
New and interesting ways to add wallpaper/ pattern and texture into your home... more

A place to call home
We show how to add personality and part of you into your home through displaying personal items.... more