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This office is cosy and inviting, with Resene Wallpaper Collection 2008-148-02 adding texture and interest to the neutral space.
This beautiful dining room evokes a soothing sense of being by the sea. The walls are painted in Resene Seachange with arch and shelves in Resene Awash, floor in Resene Breathless, table in Resene Rhino, pot on the floor in Resene Rhino with a stripe in Resene Breathless and triangle motif in Resene Awash and small vase on the shelf in Resene Breathless. Chairs from Freedom, bar cart from Wooden Horse, rug from Grounded Homeware, brass scoop from Good Thing, artwork from Rachel Mataira, brass tray (on table) and brass plant pot (on shelf) from H&M Home, plant from Mood Store. Project by Melle Van Sambeek, image by Bryce Carleton.
This cosy corner is winter ready with its deep greens, natural elements and leafy design of Resene Wallpaper Collection A54701, all that’s missing is a good book and hot cup of tea.
Different-coloured flooring and shelving units can help section off parts of a room. This foldout desk with interior cork pinboard is finished in ReseneColorwood Rising Tide and blackboard in Resene FX Blackboard Paint. The wall is painted in Resene Comfortably Numb, flooring in ReseneColorwood Shade and ReseneColorwood Mid Greywash, cubby shelving in Resene Quarter Chicago mixed with Resene FX Paint Effects medium, chairs in Resene Dark Slate and Resene Emerge and vases in Resene Emerge, Resene Longitude, Resene Haven and Resene Dark Slate. Foldout sofa from Nood. Project by Megan Harrison-Turner, image by Bryce Carleton.
How to make the most of small spaces in your home
Making the most of small rooms or empty walls in your home can transform underutilised areas into functional and stylish spaces. Whether you’re looking to add a workspace, update a compact dining room, or revamp your entryway, these ideas will show you how to maximise your home's potential usingResene paints and wallpapers.
Handy home office
This office is cosy and inviting, with Resene Wallpaper Collection 2008-148-02 adding texture and interest to the neutral space.
Transforming an unused wall or small nook into a functional home office is easier than you think. This space exudes a calming, neutral palette perfect for focused productivity. The subtle geometric pattern in Resene Wallpaper Collection 2008-148-02adds a touch of sophistication, while the woven pendant light and matching chair introduce a cosy, organic feel. The minimalist wooden desk and a few essential books, creates an uncluttered yet inviting work environment, and the soft, patterned rug underfoot enhances the comfort, making this small office a stylish and serene retreat for any remote workday.
For other subtle and calming wallpapers, try Resene Wallpaper Collection2008-149-04, 291390, 38830-2 and 480955.
Dainty dining
This beautiful dining room evokes a soothing sense of being by the sea. The walls are painted in Resene Seachange with arch and shelves in Resene Awash, floor in Resene Breathless, table in Resene Rhino, pot on the floor in Resene Rhino with a stripe in Resene Breathless and triangle motif in Resene Awash and small vase on the shelf in Resene Breathless. Chairs from Freedom, bar cart from Wooden Horse, rug from Grounded Homeware, brass scoop from Good Thing, artwork from Rachel Mataira, brass tray (on table) and brass plant pot (on shelf) from H&M Home, plant from Mood Store. Project by Melle Van Sambeek, image by Bryce Carleton.
There might be a lot going on in this blue toned dining room, but it proves that you don’t need a lot of space to create a well-designedarea in your home. Colour Expert Nikki Morris emphasises the use of a monochromatic colour scheme, pointing out that they work extremely well in small spaces allowing the eye to move easily around the room without obvious interruption by other colours. This can alter your perception of dimension and can make an interior seem more spacious. “Use subtle contrasting colour to define the areas within an open plan space,” says Nikki. “You can use the same family in varying strengths for different areas.”
Try defining smaller spaces in your home, such as your dining room or living room, using colour. If you’re going dark, try varying strengths of Resene Masala, a smoky grey brown. For a lighter scheme, try varying strengths of delicious Resene Truffle.
Reading nook
This cosy corner is winter ready with its deep greens, natural elements and leafy design of Resene Wallpaper Collection A54701, all that’s missing is a good book and hot cup of tea.
There are not many places where you can’t fit a chair and table – or even just the chair! Make your very own reading nook in that little corner of the house that won’t fit anything else. To separate it from other areas, choose a colour palette or theme just for that space, like this green nature inspired corner using Resene Wallpaper Collection A54701, paired with a plush green chair and matching pouf. Whatever your style, we’re sure you will find your dream wallpaper amongst Resene’sextensive wallpaper collection. Here are four to get you inspired – (from left) Resene Wallpaper Collection2109-156-04, 2109-153-03, SUM303 and SUM104.
Flexible floorplan
Different-coloured flooring and shelving units can help section off parts of a room. This foldout desk with interior cork pinboard is finished in ReseneColorwood Rising Tide and blackboard in Resene FX Blackboard Paint. The wall is painted in Resene Comfortably Numb, flooring in ReseneColorwood Shade and ReseneColorwood Mid Greywash, cubby shelving in Resene Quarter Chicago mixed with Resene FX Paint Effects medium, chairs in Resene Dark Slate and Resene Emerge and vases in Resene Emerge, Resene Longitude, Resene Haven and Resene Dark Slate. Foldout sofa from Nood. Project by Megan Harrison-Turner, image by Bryce Carleton.
If you live in a studio flat, or a home with not many rooms, try sectioning off areas with things like rooms dividers and shelving, or different coloured flooring. We stained our wooden floor in a lighter colour, Resene Colorwood Mid Greywash, to define the living room and sitting area, and stained the other areas in the darker hue of Resene Colorwood Shade. These different colours, along with the room divider, break up the space, showing that even a small room can be turned into something a little more special. Try being smart with furniture too, this fold-out desk doubles as a table, storing away when not in use, and the same with the fold out couch.
Have a go at sectioning off areas with Resene wood stains using different shades, such as Resene Colorwood tinted to Resene Natural, Resene Dark Rimu, Resene Dark Oak and Resene Pitch Black.
Eensy entryway
Make your entryway the talk of guests with a design like Resene Wallpaper Collection 2109-156-04.
One wall is all it takes to ‘wow’ your guests. This modern, luxurious entryway only takes up about 1 metre and really packs a punch. Resene Wallpaper Collection 2109-156-04 is used on the wall as a piece of artwork above the console table, adding colour and vibrancy to the space. Paired with metallic décor and darker tones, it really pops, creating a focal point as family and friends enter. With so many wallpaper designs, it’s exciting to know you can make your own artwork from a pattern you really love. Try choosing one that matches the current colour scheme of your home for a cohesive look, or try one of these unique designs – Resene Wallpaper Collection291253, 291444, 291505 and 291598.
Now that you’ve got some inspiration, have a go at transforming your smallest spaces into something great! We’d love to see what you come up with so email your designs to editor@habitatbyresene.co.nz.
Remember to make the most of Resene’s Wallpaper Sale(NZ) on now! To view your favourite wallpapers in person head to your local Resene ColorShop, view the Resene Wallpaper Collection online, or find some inspiration in the habitat plus – wallpaper book.
Published: 28 May 2024
Do you have a home full of wonderful Resene paint and colour? Send us some snaps by emailing editor@habitatbyresene.co.nz.
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Resene Triple Masala
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Resene Eighth Masala
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