b'colour trendsLeft: Create a sophisticated colour-drenched bedroom Resenewith wall and shelves Spit re painted in Resene Spit re,oor stained in Colorwood Shade, table andResene candleholder in GumbootWhitewashand vase on shelf in High Tea. Linen andorals from ReseneBed, Bath and Beyond, Tobacco Brown lamp from Frangere.Right: Wall painted inResene Resene Tobacco Brown withNepaleffect in Doeskin and ReseneQuarter Doeskin mixed into Doeskin FX Paint Effects Medium,oor stained in Colorwood Mid Greywash, consoleResene table and small side table inQuarter New Tobacco Brown, largeDenim BlueResenecoffee table in Doeskin and Quarter Doeskin plant pot on console in Quarter Doeskin. Sofa from Danske Mbler, books from Kmart, brown cushion coverResene from Bed Bath & Beyond.UndercoverReseneResene ColorwoodColorwood Mid Greywash ShadeResene for its ability to create an earthy atmosphere,Deep TealbutshealsoratesReseneFXPaintEffects Mediumbecauseyoucanlayercustomisable colourpaletteswithahand- nishedlook, making it perfect for biophilic-inspired interiors. trendThesetextured andhelptoblurthelineAutumnal execution ReseneColourtop tip Above: Wall painted in Resene Undercover,nishes betweenindoorsoutdoors,echoingthe naturalow and lifestyle of our homes, whereTheres something irresistibly comforting abouteffect using Resene FX Paint Effects Create this dynamic washMedium mixed with Deep Teal and Nepal, connection to the landscape is key. autumn-inspiredcoloursandeffect on your walls. ForConsultant Veronika Vuletic says its no surprisethe lounge (above/left) we painted the wall oors stained in Colorwood Breathe Easy, headboard and round side table stained in Turquoise tide these tones are gaining popularity. Homeownersin Resene Tobacco Brown, then dabbed on aWhitewash, pendant light in Quarter New setters With its ability to shift between blue and green,are naturally drawn to autumn-inspired paletteslayer of Doeskin mixed with FX Paint EffectsDenim Blue, planter in Half Opal, books in turquoiseisresonatingwithdecoratorsandbecausetheymakeaspacefeelwarm,Medium using a soft rag to get the desiredCut Glass and Blanc, vase on side table in DIYers for its versatility. Turquoise can have acomforting and timeless. They take their cueslook. To create even more depth, we added aEighth Stonehenge, candleholder in Soothe, third colour in Quarter Doeskin and repeatedteacup in New Denim Blue, coaster in lotofvariation,givingpeopleasenseoffrom nature and that creates a grounded andthe effect. In the bedroom (above/right) weKashmir Blue, European pillowcases from personalisation, says Resene Colour Consultantnostalgic atmosphere. painted the wall in Resene Undercover beforeBriscoes, bedlinen from Foxtrot Home.Bryanna Stitt. You can play with it being a littleShadeslikeReseneLichen,Tuscanyandadding layers of Deep Teal and Nepal, again more blue or more green, and depending onRedwood are among Veronikas favourites forboth mixed with FX Paint Effects Medium.what you pair it with, you enhance differentbringing depth and character to interiors. ToResene My Artisan Foundation Coat has been undertones. It can feel as though you get to seekeep the look fresh, balance bold walls withdeveloped as an excellent base coat option Dark embrace Moody colours can be done in all home eras,a different colour every day. softer neutrals such as Resene Half Cougarfor paint effects. See pages 6-7 for more Dark colour palettes are having a major momenthowever they are especially striking in characterBryanna says its vibrancy makes it ideal as anor Perfect Taupe. It doesnt need to be all orinformation on this latest release from Resene.andwelovethewaythatdeeppainttonesvillas and bungalows where high ceilings andaccent in spaces like a laundry or loo, whilenothing,Veronikasays.LayeringricherReseneResene instantly add sophistication and mood to a room.decorative mouldings help show off their depth. softer or deeper tones can create a moody feeltones through furnishings or textures can beColorwoodColorwood ReseneColourConsultantAmyWatkinswhen used across all walls. just as effective. Breathe Easy Bleached Riverstonesuggests using these hues in a bedroom. UsingEffective walls When choosing undertones, she recommendsWhen it comes tonish, Veronika recommends a deep maroon such as Resene Spit re with theWhile many homeowners still stick to muted ortrustingyourinstincts.Agreenerturquoisewarm undertones and low-sheen paints. FlatRight: Wall and shelves painted in Resene Lichen,oor stained in colour drenching technique creates a cosy andminimal colour palettes, the desire for texturedbrings warmth and pairs beautifully with earthyor Low Sheennishes create a cocooning effectColorwood Bleached intimate space, she says. Its proof that darker tones and timber while a bluer variation gives aand add just the right amount of softness, sheRiverstone, table and lampnishes and to have a play with merging neutral colours can feel calming rather than cold. tones has been a key shift in paint and wall design.crisp edge that complements woodwork.explains. High sheennishes can make thesein Spice, chairs and cotResene When it comes to balance, Amy recommendsSmooth,walls can sometimes feel stark,When it comes to complementary colours,earthytonesfeelharsheroroverlymodern,frame in Blanc, pot andLichen atlarge book in Double Truf e playing with contrast. If your walls are deep,says Amy. Whereas in contrast a textured paintturquoise pairs beautifully with Resene Wafer,taking away from their natural charm.and abc art in Resene FX keep furniture,ooring and artwork lighter so Soothe, Black White and Rice Cake. It gives lifenish introduces depth, shadow play and warmthChalkboard paint. Cot, canopy, the room feels balanced. Its a simple trick they can often mimic stone, clay or plaster.and vibrancy to a space without overpoweringwords Pamela McIntosh tea set, cot sheet, cushions, that lets darker tones shine without makingAmysaysthemulti-tonelimewash,oranditsversatilityallowsforendlessstyling Melle van Sambeek, Annick Larkin,throw from Little Whimsy.Vanessa Nouwensthe space feel closed in. colourwash, effect is still a coveted paintnishpersonalisation, says Bryanna.images Bryce Carleton4 byresene.co.nz byresene.co.nz 5'