Cool it If you choose a dark colour for your house exterior or any outdoor structure, make sure to use Resene CoolColour paints and wood stains. A Resene CoolColour reflects more of the sun’s UV than a standard version of the colour, protecting the paint and the cladding by minimising heat stress and potential damage. Above left: Architect Marrion May created this stunning outdoor space with its echo of subtle Cape Cod style – perfect for our old villas and bungalows. The weatherboards are in Resene Double Friar Grey and the trims in Resene Alabaster to match the Lacorno louvred roof. The colour scheme was created by Tracy’s Interior Design. Above: When the McAuley family needed to tidy up the design of their back garden, landscape designer Margaret Chapman came to the rescue. She reconfigured the spaces, located a new pool so that it could be easily seen from inside the house, and evened out the levels. The existing deck was used rather than rebuilt, and the exterior of the house painted in Resene Gravel. A new awning gives shelter from the midday sun. The walls inside the house are Resene Albescent White and the wallpaper in the dining room was from a Resene collection. Try the Modern Artisan range for a similar look. Left: The term ‘outdoor room’ certainly applies to this welcoming spot. It has a contemporary look but also a rustic vibe with the timber all stained with Resene Woodsman Cedar sitting alongside the striking stone fireplace. The ceiling is Resene Half Merino and Resene Black is used on the house exterior and the pillars supporting this roof structure. The house was built by Jeff Marra at Design Builders Waikato and was recognised in last year’s Registered Master Builders awards. Left: Create a tropical getaway corner with this sheltered deck area. The side of the house has been textured with Resene Resitex tinted to Resene Tana, and Resene Sandtex tinted to Resene Merino. The garden wall in the background is painted Resene Karaka and as a stain alternative, the deck has been painted in Resene Walk-on in Resene Double Sea Fog. Add a comfy bean chair from Coast New Zealand, a raffia Tiki umbrella from Beach Kit, and some pots painted in Resene Campground, Resene Quarter Titania, Resene ASAP, Resene Citron and Resene Hideaway. Resene Tana Resene Merino Resene Double Sea Fog Resene Campground Resene Citron Resene ASAP Resene Quarter Titania Resene Hideaway Resene Karaka Resene Half Merino Resene Cedar Resene Black Resene Albescent White Resene Alabaster Resene Gravel 63