How Maria Francesca Melis finds inspiration in nature and heritage
Culture, heritage, emotion and the plant and floral world help to inspire the vivid and memorable works by Maria Francesca Melis
Inside a 1910 Grey Lynn villa transformed into a light-filled family home
Once dark and unwelcoming, an Auckland villa goes from drab to fab with clever renovating and restoration
Artist Leigh Thompson explores an ever-changing world through clay
Nature, water flow, organic forms and world events help guide Nelson potter Leigh Thompson’s creative process
Artist Alice Alva’s colourful world of reused materials
One of Hamilton artist Alice Alva’s many talents is her ability to create beauty using unwanted found items
Your guide to the ultimate home bar setup
Staying in is the new going out, so here’s how to dial up your home entertaining cred
Inside artist Bronwyn Lloyd’s world of wonder
“A supportive community is essential to a thriving craft sector and everyone can play a part in that, large or small.”
12 beautiful bar carts for entertaining in style
Happy hour starts here
How this Christchurch townhouse was designed to feel like a heritage home
A new-build brings together the beauty and details of a classic character home with all the comforts of modern life
Meet Sara Boult, the Wairarapa clay artist turning emotion into form
Wairarapa clay whisperer Sara Boult’s works are not just functional objects of beauty, they’re also a form of therapy
Walnut wood decor to go nuts over
Walnut is the perfect wood for new and old styles
Why slow decorating is the new interiors philosophy
Like slow fashion, the slow decorating movement is all about quality over quantity and selecting items you’ll want to keep forever
Step inside the stunning revival of this 1925 bungalow
The Gatsby era inspired the opulent restoration of this Roaring Twenties bungalow
Behind the work of Wellington poet and painter Briana Jamieson
Texture, nature and poetry converge in her luminous works
These inspired royal homewares are fit for a king
Crown your space
High-end homewares without the price tag
Champagne taste, beer budget
Kasia Stanicich’s dream Christchurch home features a makeup studio
Meticulous planning and family ties brought the content creator's build to life
Inside the glorious ’80s-inspired interiors of hit Disney+ series Rivals
Rustic, Rutshire-approved style
Embrace the surreal decor trend with these quirky homeware finds
Embrace the surreal – who needs real life?
Inside Morgan Paige Taitoko’s world of soft focus and distortion
Morgan Paige Taitoko’s beautiful works challenge perceptions by blurring daily scenes through obscured glass
This dusty pink kitchen is the heart of Hercules Noble’s Auckland villa
Thinking pink added the kitchen-sink drama
to the home of self-taught private chef and social media sensation Hercules Noble
How artist Kayla Bacon went from auto electrician to psychedelic painter
Former auto electrician Kayla Bacon is sparking interest in the art world with her funky, psychedelic works
Inside Erin Forsyth’s world of native botanical art and murals
Meet the Auckland creative with a love for nature
The 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards winner uses a bold yet classic paint palette throughout their Arrowtown home
A warm and vibrant jewel-toned palette that was bold, yet classic helped guide this year’s Resene Colour Home Awards winner
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The sixth 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist’s home honours its roots
This Matakana cottage nails the balance between modernising a home and honouring its roots
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Inside Debra Powell’s Waikato studio, full of whimsy, clay & greyhounds
Debra Powell shapes her fascination with crime history, anthropomorphism and her beloved greyhounds into whimsical ceramics
Meet Alison Leauanae, the artist weaving heritage, memory and identity
Alison Leauanae’s hand-stitched and woven abstract works are inspired by past connections and her cultural heritage
Build me up Butter Cup: These classic car enthusiasts take to the road with their butter yellow caravan
Geoff says the hardest part of the remodel was “fitting everything we thought we needed into a small space”.
Why you should add Paeroa to your summer roadie list
World famous in Aotearoa, you’ll be fizzing over the collectibles and curios in this town
The fifth 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist goes for a bright sunny colour that brings them joy
Inspired by the colourful houses seen during their travels abroad, a Waimarino family power up the joy and sunshine meters at home
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The fourth 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist goes for timeless elegance in their century-old Nelson home
The design inspiration for this home makeover was timeless elegance with a cocktail bar vibe. Mission accomplished
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The best 2026 diaries for a stylish and organised year ahead
Here's to an organised life for 2026!
Best Bach Aotearoa: Nine of the best holiday homes on the market right now
If you're wanting to join the crowds flocking to their slice of paradise, here are some stunners on offer.
The third 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist creates a bright, warm and colourful interior
A playful pink porch stands out against this house’s black exterior, hinting at the colourful world inside
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Set the scene: Inside Tracy Grant Lord’s thoughtful Auckland apartment
Old and new worked in agreement when an acclaimed scenographer moved from a historic lodge and into a city apartment.
The second 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist adds a kaleidoscope of colour to their new-build
A kaleidoscope of colour adds warmth and vibrancy to this Arrowtown new-build
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Artist Bella Foster on colour, creativity and her love for Palm Springs
Exhibiting since she was 14, artist Bella Foster’s latest works mix Palm Springs imagery with bold retro colour palettes
Relief works: The healing power of Erica Toh’s art
Struggling with post-partum depression and anxiety, Malaysia-born, Hawke’s Bay-based artist Erica Toh found healing and comfort in the creation of textured art.
The first 2026 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist adds depth and character to their Wellington villa
Warm browns and green leafy accents add depth and character to this heritage Wellington villa
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Why a washable rug is your secret to stylish, stress-free living
Designed for real life messes
Our favourite Auckland city spots for second-hand, vintage and retro homewares
Where to rummage for second-hand homewares and furniture in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Around the table: Chloe Blades on art, books and dinner parties
Auckland artist and bookseller Chloe Blades paints colourful tablescapes that resonate with women
How artist Naomi Azoulay teaches and celebrates creative freedom through art
Educator and artist Naomi Azoulay celebrates womanhood in her work.
Everything you need to know about buying a home sauna in New Zealand
You don’t need to get in a sweat over installing a home sauna.
The fifth winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
A love for the ocean inspired a memorable and unique creative project
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11 throw blankets to cosy up with this winter
Wrap yourself in warmth
Auckland artist Jenni Stringleman’s work is inspired by past lives and challenges faced
A life challenge helped spark a creative change for the figurative artist
The fourth winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
Green and sunset colours adorn this blanket chest because lots of colour makes this artist feel happy
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Inside the creative world of award-winning singer-songwriter Reb Fountain
Bryony Ammonds-Smith met Reb Fountain and her pooch, Huey Lewis.
The third winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
Murray Churchill transformed his outdoor area into something great for him and the local fauna
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Artist Jen Sievers shares her creative process and what inspires her most
The colourful works of Jen Sievers have collected a loyal and adoring following
The second winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
Ready to start renovating, Kate Kelly chose a verdant shade to liven up her bathroom and old furniture
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Rug-tufted Kiwiana: Kim Lawrence’s colourful creations offer a walk down memory lane
Kim Lawrence uses embroidery and
rug-tufting to create vibrant and nostalgic works of art
Get set, dine: The table essentials that have us planning our next dinner party
Dinner party culture is back on the menu
See inside the winning home of the 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards
This year’s Resene Colour Home Awards winner’s work on her holiday house proves that a shoestring budget is no obstacle to true creativity
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The first winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
A Dunedin back garden has been turned into the ultimate fun zone for this lucky pre-schooler
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Multidisciplinary artist Lucy Hunter shares her many creative pursuits
This Dunedin muso, potter and illustrator is happiest when immersed in a creative project
The sixth 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist created a stunning plum feature wall
A couple of keen renovators have used bold colours to personalise their new home
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Inside former The Block NZ winners Alice and Caleb Pearson’s latest passion project
A renovation pro tackles her most personal project yet – a forever home for her parents
Oh Em Gee founder Emily Timoti shares the secrets behind her ever-lasting floral bouquets
Emily Timoti knows the best kind of blossoms are the ones that last forever
The fifth 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist used bold colours in their kitchen and wine cellar
Let your eyes drink in the bold, beautiful colour choices in this couple’s kitchen and wine cellar
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A quintessential Kiwi bach in pastel pink and yellow
A 1950s bach provides the idyllic escape for a couple of city dwellers and all who are lucky enough to come visit
A palette of pinks: This blushing caravan is perfect for girls nights and weekend escapes
Inspired by Napier’s iconic Art Deco Festival, this caravan was transformed into a pink dream.
Make the most of a trip to Mount Maunganui with our favourite spots
The best shops and restaurants to visit on a weekend in sunny Mount Maunganui.
The fourth 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist renovated her shed into a functional sleepout
A shed on the garden’s edge became a healing renovation project
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Sue Pat’s whimsical stationary cleverly captures the wonders of Christmas
This Christmas, Sue's stationary explores fictional shopfronts in an enchanting village.
Artist Rachael Stone gives us a glimpse into her colourful life
This multimedia artist combines community and colour in Hawke’s Bay
The best gadgets to satisfy all of your technological needs
The hottest apps, appliances and user-friendly gadgets to have on your radar as the holiday season approaches
The third 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist goes for an all green living room
A living room painted top-to-toe in this verdant shade has the ideal ambience
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Artist Tracey Finch perfectly captures the Bay of Plenty light
Tracey Finch’s love of a long, hot Kiwi summer is present in all her work
See our second Resene Colour Home Awards finalist
A rainbow of colours breathed new life into thie beloved Waitaki Lakes bach
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