b'green thumbwerereadilyaccessibleforexamination,practical, as it overlooks the broader context and accessingtheroofcoveringtoassesspriorintent behind the original design. We needed to colours proved challenging. The project teamcapture the overall feel and style that the original dugintothearchivestoseewhatcouldbedesigners intended to ensure that the outcome uncovered and found some enlightening plans,reflected the same vibe, rather than attempting watercolour renders and historical photographsa precise colour replication that may not align thatprovidedvaluableinsightintowhatthewiththeoriginalartisticvision.OurResene structures colour scheme looked like when therepresentativethoughtfullycompiledrenders rotunda was first constructed. ofpotentialcoloursandtheSeniorHeritage In adherence to contemporary conservationAssets Advisor, Richard Bland, further ensured principlesforhistoricsites,ourselectionofthe accuracy of the selected sample colours by Resenecoloursandproductsisatestamentconducting a site visit to verify their suitability to our dedication to authenticity. Our colourfor the new design, says Fatima.scheme draws its essence from the rich historyForthetimberworkandpoles,weused embeddedwithintheoriginalwatercolourReseneTana,achoicemadenotonlyfor plans.Theseplans,meticulouslypreserved,itsaestheticappealbutalsoforitsdurable served as our guiding lightreflecting not onlyproperties, ensuring longevity amidst changing the Edwardian eras aesthetic sensibilities butweatherconditions.Similarly,ReseneKaraka alsoembodyingacommitmenttohonouringwasselectedforthemetalbalustradesand heritageandarchitecturalintegrity.Eachfretwork,providingnotonlyastrikingvisual huewaspainstakinglychosentoechothosecontrastbutalsoaprotectivelayeragainst envisioned more than a century ago, evokingcorrosion and wear, thus extending the lifespan nostalgiawhileresonatingwithtimelessof these architectural elements. Continuing our elegance. In essence, our colour scheme isntcommitment to both aesthetic and functional just a visual palette; its a narrative woven fromconsiderations, Resene Karaka was also selected the threads of history, a homage to the past andfor the timber handrails, pole rings, concrete lip a promise to preserve the legacy for generationsand embellishments. This uniformity in colour to come, says Fatima. not only creates a cohesive design language but Since watercolour paintingsespecially olderalso ensures consistency in protective measures oneshave a subdued and inherently desaturatedacross various surfaces, she adds.qualitytothem,theprojectteamusedaTheprocessalsoincludedmatchingthe considered approach to selecting opaque Reseneoriginal gloss levels. Our choice of finishes is paint colours that would capture the same spirit.a deliberate homage to the craftsmanship of Directlymatchingthecoloursintheyesteryears. For instance, paintingsone-to-onewouldnthavebeenopting for a low sheen ReseneKarakaright and opposite: Following its recent repainting, the Auckland Domain HeritageReseneBand Rotunda looks thoroughly refreshed and handsomely complements the coloursFlorentine Pinkpresent in its surroundings. Through the carefully considered efforts of the project team, not only are the rotundas surfaces ready to withstand the elements, but the reinstated heritage colour scheme also reflects the designers original intentions. The project was recognised with a Resene Total Colour Landscape Colour Maestro Award.ResenePressed metal roof painted in Resene Florentine Pink, concrete base in Resene HalfHalf Grey OliveGrey Olive, timberwork and poles in Resene Tana and metal balustrades, fretwork,Resenehandrails, pole rings, concrete lip and embellishments in Resene Karaka. Tanablackwhitemag.com 55'