Homes

Painting the interiors can be a minefield, but with a little know-how, you can freshen up your home

Fun and festive without the sugar rush

A kaleidoscope of colour adds warmth and vibrancy to this Arrowtown new build

For the young at heart

Who doesn’t love a holiday? Maybe it’s family camping, a sandy beach getaway, a road trip or even an international adventure.

One couple’s Auckland home has everything they could ever want, including a ‘cyclone bunker’ and display space for their sizeable collections

Warm browns and green, leafy accents add depth and character to this heritage Wellington villa

What to sow, grow and know this spring

Stylish gifting made easy

The simplest way to give your teen the bedroom they want, is just to let them have a go at it

Your Home and Garden’s 2025 Resene Colour Home Awards winner proves that a shoestring budget is no obstacle to true creativity with her holiday home

Bounce with joy all summer long

Bath time has never looked so good

Practical ideas and clever hacks that will help you create, and maintain, that year-round indoor-outdoor flow you’ve been looking for.

A love of the ocean inspired a creative project in this Hawke’s Bay holiday home

Transform your home into a cosy winter retreat that helps you unwind and recharge

A Wellington home gets a dramatic update with an extension that has kerbside appeal

Lots of colour makes this Taranaki artist feel happy

Neutrals are super versatile, they can be kept simple and minimalist or be jazzed up with bolder contrast shades

Give your head the perfect spot to rest

The romcom-loving renovator created a home straight out of a Nancy Meyers movie

Gillian Swinton, who is passionate about self-sufficiency and lives on a lifestyle block in Central Otago, peels back the layers of growing immunity-boosting gold!

Welcome the autumn months with these rich warm colours to incorporate in your home

Make your bed the ultimate winter retreat

Despite having no renovation experience, this Auckland family completely revamped their property

No matter what your style, Duck Egg Blue is the ultimate classic colour to incorporate into your home.

A Dunedin back garden has been turned into the ultimate fun zone for a lucky preschooler

Pastel colours are back in the interior design palette, and we share ways you can incorporate these soft shades into your home

Beat the heat with the best fans on the market.

Upgrade your sleep with a dreamy new mattress.

The DIY pros have created a gorgeous home for her parents

Extending the life of your bouquet or posy is a real display of affection

We share simple ways to amp up the sense of quiet luxury and comfort without blowing out the budget

Drink in the bold, beautiful colour choices in this couple’s kitchen and wine cellar

One in four people struggle with sleep, and your wall colour might be to blame.

Renovating a garden shed helped an Auckland account manager heal her heart

Spread Christmas cheer - within a $30 budget.

Give your bed a summer glow-up.

Our handpicked guide is filled with thoughtful and unique ideas to make every loved one smile this holiday season

Be as adventurous and bold as you like with this room

Get your little ones into the spirit of Christmas by making some simple, colourful, homemade decorations for your tree, dining table or gifts. You’ll be making memories too!

We can't hire you a personal cleaner, but we can point you towards huge savings on a robot vacuum... which is essentially the same thing.

Snap up savings on gadgets like vacuums, headphones and smartwatches.

The countdown to Christmas is on with your own DIY advent calendar

Content Producer Mae MacDonald gets lost in the digital pages of the matcha-coloured Kindle

Dog houses, bird baths and cat beds – surprise your animal friends with these practical pet projects.

Try one of these fun indoor DIY projects this summer

Take decorating inspo from a cute print for a modern vintage look

Try one of these vibrant DIY projects this summer

This couple’s first build is an absolute blinder

A murky green-black shade adds a chic touch to this Taranaki rental

Spring gardening is all about planting and anticipation, then waiting to see the bounty emerge from the ground. As the days grow longer and the soil slowly warms up, here’s what you need to do Flower power Flowers that can be sown into the ground now include aquilegia, bishop’s flower, calendula, cornflower, cosmos, larkspur, love-in-a-mist, […]

It's time to say goodbye to the threadbare sheets you've been meaning to replace for years.

An easy-to-make nightstand just perfect for a book and a cuppa

Spring is the perfect time to give your space a fresh coat of paint

This year’s Your Home and Garden magazine’s Resene Colour Home Award winner couldn’t fit in with the neighbours – so they went all out instead!

Brits by birth, this Invercargill couple demonstrated a can-do Kiwi attitude in the creation of their rural paradise

From the balcony to the bedroom, keep cosy all season along.

Transforming the old into something new

Bring your Bridgerton obsession to life with these homewares fit for the Ton.

Using Resene wallpapers or murals as a framed print is a fantastic way to add drama

Refresh your living space with this nifty no-sew number – no expertise required!

Before you turn your machine on, take a moment to reflect on the risks

From sheepskin rugs to heaters, these are the best homewares for winter

This Auckland couple have given their home a modern makeover

Ed McKnight and Andrew Nicol, authors of Wealth Plan: How to Invest in New Zealand Property and Retire on Real Estate, offer their expert opinions

It’s thyme to try these smart and seasonal gardening ideas to make the most of your green space

Modern interior design tastes and trends have a renewed appreciation for all things vintage

The trends we will see throughout the year

What's new in environmentally friendly design and decorating

New Zealand’s top magazine editors Marilynn McLachlan & Sebastian van der Zwan share their favourite homewares

Stay warm this winter in soft and snuggly flannelette sheets.

Decorative eggs and fun animal headpieces are great kids’ projects to get into the Easter spirit.

Spoil the kids (and adults) in your life

Hop to it! Get ready for the holidays with a bowl of decorative delights

Blue is such a versatile paint colour to use in your home

Popped in a pot on the windowsill or planted near by, herbs will spice up your life and your cooking too

The world-class facilities at The Helier in Auckland’s Eastern Bays have raised the bar for retirement living in New Zealand

Turn up the fun factor by upgrading a plain fan into a whirl of colour

Textured wall features really popular right now, we share tips and advice on how you can make texture work within your own home

A dated Christchurch house is transformed into a stunning modern home

Choosing wallpaper these days is less about chasing trends and more about falling in love

What is 2024 going to bring us when it comes to beautiful new design trends?

The Casa Pop-Up Desk is an all-in-one workspace that simply folds away

The 90s trend is back but with a fresh and modern look

Want to tread a little more lightly on the planet while you’re spreading that festive cheer? Here’s how!

Finding great-value prezzies to rock everyone’s stocking – that’s the real bargain this Christmas at The Warehouse

Bring a personal touch to the Christmas presents this year

Getting Christmas done in one shop, that’s the real bargain at The Warehouse

Looking for an extra-special Christmas present? Here's some inspiration that's sure to delight

For a real Christmas cracker, paint jars and fill them with treats

Grow brew-friendly herbs and flowers at home to create the perfect cuppa!

Print, pattern and texture make our walls come alive

With everything petrifying in one place, The Scarehouse makes your Halloween haul easy

It's time to plan the ultimate fright night

Step right up and give your kid’s room a fun circus feel

No matter what your home's exterior is cladded in, there is a Resene product for all

One family gives new meaning to indoor-outdoor flow with a new home, where they can see the front and back yard from the open-plan living space

Encourage your kids to get outside and enjoy the spring sunshine by putting together a playground favourite

Aligning your decorating with your personality, lifestyle and desires has never been more achievable