Resene colours

Our award winners exemplify the role colour plays to accentuate design and how it uplifts our spaces inside and out - view these creative and colourful projects.

In recent decades, there has been a strong trend towards boxy, minimalist and largely white interiors. While some may feel this look is ‘clean’, these spaces are far removed from our natural surroundings. Studies have shown that spending too much time without access to nature can have a significant impact on the mental and emotional wellbeing of the building’s users. As more and more designers have become aware of these effects, it's no coincidence that biophilic design – which increases…

The Block NZ’s site foreman Peter Wolfkamp traded the rule book for a paintbrush when he renovated his circa 1910 cottage. He and his wife Debbie rose to the challenge of taking the century-old cottage and creating a home fit for modern living. The couple gave their home, which is situated in Devonport’s heritage zone, a sophisticated makeover with a bold range of Resene neutrals including striking Resene Nero and Resene Double Stack.

Trends often reflect the times in which we live. View decorating and paint colour trends for 2018 and beyond.

White can vary from cool blue or greenish white through to warm whites; white with ochre undertones and crisp, clean white. Warm and cool white illustration by Zena O’Connor, PhD, Design Research Associates, featuring Resene Paints.

Uncover the third finalist of the Resene Colour Home Awards, inspired by extended harbour views, blending interior design with stunning scenery.

As much as we’d like to believe that white is a ‘one size fits all’ colour choice, it can actually be one of the hardest hues to specify. While Resene White is a paint option that certainly does exist, in reality, it’s not a colour that very many people would want to be surrounded with day in and day out in their home or workplace. If used from tip to toe in a space, most will find it to be too bright and could cause headaches from glare depending on the direction, source and temperature of…

Much has been written about the versatility of green in interior decorating and design. Its reputation for versatility is well-earned. There’s a Resene green to suit to every person, every style and every room, but, if there’s one iteration of green that is really having a moment right now it’s spring greens - and they’re not just for spring.

Arna and Dave say when it comes to picking colours and styling a home, don’t overthink it. Choose what you love and you can’t go wrong. This meant bold and exciting Resene colours for this couple, in rich, earthy tones like Resene Waiouru and Resene Desperado. “We wanted to add interest with colour without being blindingly bright.”

This New Plymouth kitset home has been perfectly personalised with a calm, relaxing colour palette in the bedroom and bathroom.

Tessa and her family's house was a sea of beige and yellow and required a more colourful colour scheme.

The colours of nature

With a harmonious blend of African and Japanese design elements, this home, named the Kauri House, is nestled within one of New Zealand’s lush, native forests. The renovation of this home, brought to life by Context Architects, has resulted in a timeless and charming space with the help of the half strength of Resene’s most popular colour of all time, Resene Black White.

The Ultimate Guide for Choosing Neutral Paint Colours for Your Home. I will share my tried-and-tested recommendations for neutral paint colours

Colour scheme for a private residence, a large Victorian terrace house at North Sydney. Resene Paints: Light taupe/grey (Resene Quarter Truffle) in kitchen, sitting and dining rooms to give the illusion of space and light plus white (Resene Quarter Black White) ceiling and timber detailing to reflect light back into rooms. Fractionally deeper tone (Resene Half Truffle) in the sunroom to anchor the colour scheme. ©️ Zena O’Connor April 2016 https://zenaoconnor.com.au/

When it comes to repainting your home, chances are your colour palette will include some off-whites – whether that’s just for the trims and joinery or tip to toe. But how do you choose the right one? We’re here to help with these fabulous white and neutral options to help you choose the right white for your home.

When David and Kirsty Wraight built their 1910-style Marlborough villa, they wanted it to exude old-world charm with hints of modern design. Resene Kensington Grey was chosen for the exterior, an elegant and warm shade that adds to the villa’s beauty and blends with existing neighbouring homes.

Choosing the right white paint can be utterly paralysing. Everything becomes easier when you learn that there are only three Resene whites you need to know.

Which white is right for you? Resene Colour Expert Nikki Morris guides us through the top ten shades of white

View Resene Colour Charts online and download a selection of colour swatches ,jpgs, for use in your painting program