b"inspired interiors MasterStroke DIYRight: The painted feature wall in this living room helps to separate this space from the rest of theopen-plan home. The earthy green of Resene Kelp is a dense shade that shows more of its beauty when the sun hits it. The pops of terracotta and browns add to the overall theme, while the neutral walls painted in Resene Merino brighten the room and bring the scheme together. A great designone that won the designers a Resene Total Colour Residential Award in the Resene Total Colour Awards. Project by Spacecraft Architects, image by David Straight.Resene ReseneQuarter Merino ElderflowerResene Resene Above: Set up a work area outside then Black White Norwester remove each door from its hinges and Resene place on sawhorse stands for easy working.Half MerinoIn the zoneIn our modern homes, versatility is key. One of the most effective yet often overlooked ways to define spaces is through the strategic use of Resene paint. By thoughtfully selecting and applying different shades, you can create distinct zones within a single room, transforming it into a multifunctional haven. A bold accent wall behind a desk can carve out a dedicated home office in a living room,offeringaclearmentalandvisualdistinction between work and relaxation. In a studio flat, a cosy seating area can be defined by a warm, inviting colour that contrasts with the rest of the space, making it feelAbove: Carefully cut your door panels to the like a separate, intimate nook. desired lengths for your door. You can have these cut to size at your local timber supplier Using paint to zone spaces isn't just about aestheticsif you prefer. it's about enhancing the functionality of your home.top tips Resene a-door-able top tipWith the right colour choices, you can guide the flow of movement, improve organisation and even influence the mood of each area. Whether you're working with an open-planlayoutorlookingtomaximiseacompact apartment, harnessing the power of paint can help you craft a home that effortlessly adapts to your needs. words Jessica Weale Ceilings reflect less light than walls so the same colourMerino Shaker-style doors add an instant statement to your on the ceiling and wall will look darker on the ceiling. IfA semi-gloss finish like Resene Lustacryl is a youre choosing a lighter coloured ceiling, opt for a colourhome and theyre surprisingly easy to do yourself. good choice for doors and trim areas as its that is a half strength or less of your wall colour. If you usedurable and easy to wipe down. For a higher Resene Merino on the walls, opt for Resene Half Merino orT akeyouroldwardrobedoorsfromShaker-style doors feature simple woodsheen finish, use Resene Enamacryl gloss.Resene Quarter Merino on the ceiling and trims. The Resene Whites &drab to fab with these simple shaker- panelling that gives them an added heritage Neutrals collection has up to six strengths of the most popular neutrals andResene Resene Reseneoff-whites so you can easily choose darker and lighter options. styledoors.Allittakesisafewappeal and gives your rooms some addedWhite Black White Half Tanacarefully placed panels to transform a basicvisual texture.Varying the gloss level of your paint also helps your colour scheme looktimber door into a statement piece and aAfterremovingyourdoors,cleanwith more interesting. Most decorators choose Resene Zylone Sheen or morefunctional work of art.ReseneInteriorPaintworkCleaner,then washable Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen on walls, Resene Ceiling Paintor more washable Resene SpaceCote Flat on ceilings, and Resene Lustacrylsandandwipeoffsandingdust.Fillany semi-gloss or glossier Resene Enamacryl gloss on trim and joinery. Theholes with Resene EzyFill Quick. We finished lower the sheen level the moodier and earthier the colour will look. before ourdoorswithfreshcoatsofResene A higher gloss will make the colour seem cleaner and brighter. Lustacryl semi-gloss tinted to Resene Half Once you have narrowed down your colour choices, use Resene testpots toTana, which works well in this room against confirm your colour scheme. Apply two coats onto a piece of A2 card, leavingthe walls painted in Resene Black White and an unpainted border around it so the colour isnt influenced by anything else.triminReseneWhite,butusewhatever When the paint is dry, pin your colour to the wall and view it in daylightcolour suits your interior. Weve also added and artificial light, moving it around different areas of the room andstylish new gold door handles.For full step-by-step instructions on making folding it into the corner of the room for a true feel of the finished effect. these shaker doors scan the QR code or visit Above: A happy San Franciscan influenced blue, ReseneRemember you can refresh your floor too. Satin finisheswww.masterstrokebyresene.com/shaker-doors.Norwester, was chosen for this bedroom, creating depthare popular for floors as they are easier to clean than flat and a separate space for a work desk. The surroundingfinishes but not as slippery as high gloss finishes. For astep-by-stepwalls are painted in Resene Elderflower and the ceilingpainted finish use Resene Walk-on and Resene Concrete and trims in Resene Black White. 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