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This bedroom is spilling over with shades of silvery sage. The expansive white walls and floor are painted in Resene Alabaster and have been grounded with a unique painted headboard feature in Resene Silver Chalice, Resene Peaceand Resene Helix that echoes the rectilinear shapes of the pillows. The bedside table and vase are painted in Resene Helix and lamp in Resene Silver Chalice. Duvet from Allium,chair from Contempa, artworkfrom Pop Motif. Project by Vanessa Nouwens, image by Bryce Carleton.
Surrounding the nature-inspired hues from Resene Holly and natural wood, Resene Half Sea Fog is painted on these kitchen walls for a striking contrast. Project by homeowners Christian and Mark, image by Helen Bankers.
This sleek, refined bathroom is a space of tranquillity and relaxation. The walls are painted in Resene Highland, with trims and ceiling in Resene Quarter Spanish White. Design and image by Carmel Sloane.
These soothing pastel green walls, painted in Resene Pumice, set a calming tone in this living room. The floor is stain colour washed in ReseneColorwood Bask and trims in Resene Rice Cake.Sideboard fromDanske Møbler, artworkfrom Florence Table, lamp, books and tumbler from A&CHomestore, pottery jug fromFlotsam & Jetsam, rugfromBaya and chair fromMocka. Project by Amber Armitage, image by Wendy Fenwick.
Paint it Green: Hue knew your home could look this good?
Once the colour of avocado bathrooms and shag carpet, green has well and truly shed its retro skin. Now it’s one of the most versatile shades in home design – grounding, calming and beautifully connected to nature. From soft sages to deep forest tones, there’s a green for every room and every mood. Bring the outside in or create a rich cocooning indoor space.Resene’s green palette is full of inspiration!
Now’s the perfect time to go green with Resene too as you’ll be supporting World Environment Day this June. To test out your green hue before going big, simply buy a green Resenetestpot this month and Resene will donate $1 to Trees That Count.
The offer applies to all Resene green 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-30 June 2025 at Resene owned ColorShops (NZ only).
Trees That Count runs the country's only marketplace which provides a place for anyone to fund or gift native trees, with a mission to plant millions more native trees throughout New Zealand. This support is matched with planters throughout the country who are restoring and growing precious wildlife corridors or pockets of native forest, turning small projects into mighty ones.
Here's some green inspiration to get you started:
Calm it down in your bedroom
This bedroom is spilling over with shades of silvery sage. The expansive white walls and floor are painted in Resene Alabaster and have been grounded with a unique painted headboard feature in Resene Silver Chalice, Resene Peace and Resene Helix that echoes the rectilinear shapes of the pillows. The bedside table and vase are painted in Resene Helix and lamp in Resene Silver Chalice. Duvet from Allium,chair from Contempa, artwork from Pop Motif. Project by Vanessa Nouwens, image by Bryce Carleton.
Soft, silveryor sage greens are perfect for bedrooms because they evoke peace, rest and a sense of sanctuary. Green is also easy on the eyes, making it a lovely choice for winding down after a long day. Paired with natural textures like rattan or linen, it brings a subtle freshness without overwhelming the space, or if you opt more lush décor like velvet and contrasting black furnishings you can create a sense of sophistication and refinement. Try greens like Resene Tiara, Resene Pewter, Resene Cutty Sark and Resene Blue Smoke.
Make your kitchen lush
Surrounding the nature-inspired hues from Resene Holly and natural wood, Resene Half Sea Fog is painted on these kitchen walls for a striking contrast. Project by homeowners Christian and Mark, image by Helen Bankers.
Green in the kitchen feels fresh and organic – like your space is whispering eat your vegetables in the most stylish way possible. Deep olive or forest tones add sophistication to cabinetry or feature walls, while lighter greens create a more airy, cottagecore charm. Whatever the green, it’s sure to pair beautifully with natural materials like wood, stone and ceramics, as well as with creamy whites like Resene Rice Cake and Resene Double Merino. Try popular dark greens for yourself with Resene Cabbage Pont, Resene Olive Green, Resene Bush or Resene Forest Green.
Go bold in your bathroom
This sleek, refined bathroom is a space of tranquillity and relaxation. The walls are painted in Resene Highland, with trims and ceiling in Resene Quarter Spanish White. Design and image by Carmel Sloane.
Bathrooms are an excellent space to try bolder colour choices, especially if you’re going a bit bolder with colour for the first time. Think glossy emerald hues or rich pastoral tones. It’s unexpected and vibrant, stepping away from the traditional clean white bathroom design, and gives a luxe spa-like feel without needing a full renovation.Try greens like Resene Highland or Resene Dingley, paired with a near black green, Resene Midnight Moss on cabinetry and Resene Quarter Rice Cake on trims and the ceiling.
A gentle touch in your living room
These soothing pastel green walls, painted in Resene Pumice, set a calming tone in this living room. The floor is stain colour washed in Resene Colorwood Bask and trims in Resene Rice Cake. Sideboard from Danske Møbler, artworkfrom Florence Table, lamp, books and tumbler from A&C Homestore, pottery jug fromFlotsam & Jetsam, rug from Baya and chair fromMocka. Project by Amber Armitage, image by Wendy Fenwick.
The gentle green and carefully curated décor in this living room, with its blend of soft and earthy woods, comfy linen and clay hues, emphasises comfort and simplicity. Quiet natured stone greens, like Resene Pumice, work especially well in homes surrounded by nature, creating visual harmony between your interiors and the view. These soft, pastel greens also look great if you’re opting for a colour drenched look – painting your walls, trims and ceiling in one colour – as they aren’t overpowering and still keep the room light and inviting. Try Resene Carefree, Resene Harp or Resene Rainee paired with Resene Colorwood Natural wood stain for the ultimate tranquil nature feel.
If you'reconsidering green for your next decorating journey, browse through these beautiful mood boards, paints, colours and decorating ideas to help you select just the right look and mood for your space.
For more advice or to pick up some green testpots to support Trees That Count, visit your local Resene ColorShop.
Published: 05 Jun 2025
Do you have a home full of wonderful Resene paint and colour? Send us some snaps by emailing editor@habitatbyresene.co.nz.
Resene Silver Chalice
Resene Silver Chalice
Resene Double Merino
Resene Double Merino
Resene Quarter Spanish White
Resene Quarter Spanish White
Resene Midnight Moss
Resene Midnight Moss
Resene Quarter Rice Cake
Resene Quarter Rice Cake
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