Reader roundup: Spotlighting your home projects

22 Jan 2026

Our readers are always busy creating many different things with Resene – artwork, upcycled furniture, you name it! But this month we’re putting the spotlight on some of your wonderful home painting projects, and we are loving all the colour choices!

Remember we love to see your finished projects, so please email us some photos and the Resene colours and/or Resene wallpapers you’ve used to editor@habitatbyresene.co.nz.

Homeowner Natasha added a few bright pops of colour to her home, including Resene Opal in the living room, Cosmos which matches her floral curtains, and in the bedroom, bright red Roadster paired with creamy Spanish White. It’s amazing what some added colour can do to a space – if you’re thinking of adding some but can’t decide, pick up some testpots from your local Resene ColorShop and try them out before deciding.

Zoe has just completed her bedroom renovation, and it’s a neutral dream! She chose Resene’s most popular white, Resene Black White, which pairs beautifully with her natural, earthy toned décor.

habitat reader Tanja has redecorated her living space, and it’s gone from a dull white to a cosy and cocooning green. For the trims and ceiling she used Resene Alabaster, and for the walls, the deep tone of Forest Green. Taking inspiration from nature for your home colour scheme always works out well!

Tanja also painted her dining space in Resene Linen, a neutral with an earthy green edge, and the ceiling in Alabaster.

Caryn added a lovely blend of green and white to the ensuite in one of the boarding rooms at her home. On one wall is the gentle green of Resene Sage, and the surrounding walls are in Eighth Tea. This combination pairs beautifully with the wood tones on the vanity and floor.

Wayne’s Oamaru home steps away from traditional villa colours. On the weatherboards he has used Resene Quarter Sakura, for the foundations Black Rock and for the trims Alabaster. “I am from Oamaru Veranda Lacework Co, and I have replaced the cast iron lacework with my fibreglass replicas to avoid rust on the white trim,” he says. “The veranda in this picture didn't exist until I replaced the lean-to kitchen with what you see. I built it to disguise the quirky kitchen style from the road and in my mind it looks like it was always meant to be.” What a great project!

Published: 22 Jan 2026