b'red alertA changeopposite: Forging a new path forward while taking cues from the pastnostalgic patterns like gingham are being updated with contemporary colours as part of todays eclectic and pastoral trends. Wall and tabletop in Resene Meringue with checkerboard pattern in Resene Dawn Glow, large jug in Resene Meringue, small jug in Resene Eau De Nil, plates in Resene Dawn Glow, Resene Tuscany and Resene Eau De Nil and small bowl in Resene Forty Six. left: Living with intention, like taking the time to enjoy food with friends and family, brings double the benefits when done in spaces decorated with happy hues like oranges, pinks, greens and yellows. Background finished in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy, striped serving board in Resene Meringue and Resene Unite, large round tray in Resene Forty Six, plates in Resene will do you good Dawn Glow, Resene Tuscany and Resene Eau De Nil, serving spoons in Resene White Noise and salt and pepper grinders in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy with tops in Resene Forty Six and Resene Eau De Nil. The latest Resene colour trends herald an ageCitrus fruit candles from Father Rabbit.Reseneof reinvention, rejuvenation and regeneration. White NoiseI ts a common misconception to think that colour trends onlywhat will happen next at the best of times, major disruptionsabove: For clients keen to embrace the good life, purpose-driven cater to aesthetic sensibilities, but in actuality, the hues thatlike supply chain issues have been stacking upon one another come into vogue are often indicative of how we collectivelyandmakingamaddeningmessofdeadlinesandschedules. want to live. Colour is undoubtedly emotional, and it sets theFor many clients, their projects are often the only spaces in tone for the way a project can bring our clients closer to whotheir lives where they can feel like they are still in control spaces that rely on highly-curated colours are being decorated with luxe they aspire to be. Its pretty rare for anyone to want their lives toand helping them to pursue a finished result that reflects theirfurnishings, materials and finishes to elevate them to new, aspirational stay exactly the same; there is always a desire for improvement,wants and needs is the best job we can hope to do. Of course,heights. Wall painted in Resene Unite, battens in Resene Infused, floor in and in many cases, this can translate to wanting things to be aResene paints, wood stains and wallpapers remain among theResene Colorwood Breathe Easy, vases in Resene Meringue and Resene Forty Six and plate in Resene Dawn Glow. Chair, lamp and side table sharp contrast from the way they were before. This habit is amost economical, accessible and simple ways to update the lookfrom Bauhaus, cushion, clock and mug from Father Rabbit.major reason why colour and design trends are cyclical. But inand feel of our built environments.a world where you can theoretically get your hands on anythingFor clients looking to hit the reset button and find from anywhere, those cycles have been significantly shortened.a fresh new beginning, plenty of striking deep andResene Where we used to see trends come back around every two tovibrant hues await in the months ahead. But there areColorwoodResene Resenethree decades, we are now seeing trends return in as little as twoalso many looking for soothing and familiar shades,Breathe Easy Resene Eau De NilForty Sixor three years after they were last in fashion. like nature-inspired greens, dusted blues and warmingDawn GlowTrends are also dialled into societal and cultural shifts, too.neutrals to transform residential, hospitality, commercial When the greater world changes, we are inclined to want tooffice and educational spaces into comfortable havens.Reseneshake things up in our individual worlds. But things are also messyHere, we dive into more of the specific trends shapingResene Uniteright now. With so many rapid changes affecting our lives, an airour colour forecast, what Resene hues to use now andResene Infused Reseneof uncertainty hangs around us. While its difficult to predictwhats on the horizon. Meringue Tuscany4 blackwhitemag.com blackwhitemag.com 5'