Make way for a Memphis revival: RESENE
Just like that old adage goes – everything comes back around. Once laughed off as one of many crazy choices of the 1980s, the loud colours and zany patterns of the Memphis design movement have snuck their way back into the Zeitgeist. This radical throwback bedroom pays special homage to the Memphis movement. […]
Modern Reds: RESENE
This boldly beautiful space showcases the new trend for striking reds, which, when contrasted with other bold shades and natural textures create an exotic Pasifika look, by way of Morocco. On this side of the world, with our clear, bright, natural light, we have traditionally opted for bluer, deeper reds such as the […]
Dark and stormy: RESENE
Moody navy blues that look like they came straight out of the Mariana Trench, such as; Resene Twilight Zone, Resene Bewitched, Resene Wishing Well and Resene Submerge are making waves in the interior design world. When paired up with equally dark and stormy greys like Resene Dark Web, Resene Suits and Resene Quarter Bokara Grey, […]
Art Starter: RESENE
While there will always be artistic styles that experience waxing and waning popularity, the artwork you choose for your space should feel very personal. Whether you opt for an investment piece or simply want to display an item that holds sentimental value, the key is picking something that really speaks to you – or you […]
Pretty in Pink: RESENE
It has been the darling of recent times – millennial pink has appeared in all walks of life from clothing (men’s and women’s), products, accessories, hair and makeup, and interiors. It’s a colour that may not be going away anytime soon but the sweeter truer shades of pink we’ve been seeing in recent years are […]
Nomadic traveller: RESENE
The dusky earth tones of this calm space, mixed with the natural fibres and wood tones, make it feel as though you’ve just stepped into an airy, cool, luxury lodge after a trek through the desert or savannah. It’s the kind of look that keen travellers, or those who dream of travelling, can have at […]
A den for everyone: RESENE
This beautiful serene space has been created to be an inviting and comfortable escape that’s refreshingly gender neutral. Just a quick change of the focus artwork shifts the room subtly from more of a ‘she-den’ to a ‘he-den’. It might seem like an unusual way to think about a space, but there are key […]
Art-tastic!
Christine Green tells us why she’s been such a fan of Art Metro for nearly a decade. What prompted you to enrol at Art Metro, Christine? As Art Metro wasn’t far from my home, I thought I’d give painting a go. I could hardly draw, let alone paint, but once I started, I was […]
RESENE: D.I.Y Décor
While colour can seem scary for some to introduce to their walls, a life in a home without any colour at all can be a pretty dismal one. One of the most wonderful things about paint is that you can use it on almost anything, and a just a little bit can go a long […]
Head into the city
The summer break, for some people, means days and sometimes even weeks to fill. Arguably, there’s only so many times you can go to the beach or trudge the lengths of your local malls. We’ve put together a few of our favourite hotspots to check out this summer. Watch This Space: You may […]