Wild and expressive, floral motifs offer an endless source of inspiration for your interiors. These spaces are blooming with fresh ideas. Whether you’re inclined towards nostalgia, a fan of the classics, a bohemian at heart or all about the mix.
Inspired by the richness and spontaneity of florals, colour can completely shift the atmosphere of a space, bringing warmth, depth and personality into the home in a way that feels both expressive and timeless. This season, interiors are embracing rich natural hues, earthy greens and layered colours that echo the tones found in petals, foliage and blooming gardens, creating spaces with a sense of comfort, creativity and connection.
Deep muted shades introduce softness and sophistication, while greens bring balance and grounding energy. Together, these tones work beautifully to create interiors that feel welcoming and considered, whether used across entire rooms or introduced through smaller accents and details.
For those wanting to experiment with stronger colour, brighter shades can instantly energise a room and create focal points that feel playful yet refined. Like flowers in full bloom, these brighter tones add life and personality to a space without losing sophistication.
Even small moments of colour – painted shelving, furniture, planters or decorative objects – will completely transform the feel of a room.
One of the strengths of working with colour is its versatility. Soft layered tones can feel calm and restorative, while bolder combinations create energy and personality. Mixing muted shades with brighter accents allows interiors to feel dynamic without becoming overwhelming.
Whether refreshing a single room or rethinking an entire home, thoughtful use of colour helps create spaces that feel more personal, inviting and alive. Inspired by the beauty and variation found in florals and nature, these palettes offer endless opportunities to experiment, layer and bring individuality into everyday living.
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PRESS PLAY
The hobby of flower pressing gets a modern update, as does the art of layering artworks. And who wouldn’t swoon for an azure blue velvet sofa to tie it all together? Add Resene Plum – a fruity purple that is both provocative and intense – to bring richness, drama and depth to the space.
THE DARK ARTS
A dramatic, colour-washed feature wall provides the perfect backdrop for an equally striking arrangement of flowers, statement vases and layered artworks. Flowers – opulent by nature – are displayed in customised vintage vessels, stacked and affixed together to create an intriguing old-meets-new object. Ground the space with Resene All Black, an iconic New Zealand black that is strong, bold and unapologetically timeless.
STILL LIFE
Grouped against a verdant kitchen wall, this avant-garde collection of artworks, postcards, vintage photographs, objets and touches of kitsch creates a layered composition that feels almost painterly in both palette and mood. Bringing freshness to a space with Resene Spring Rain – a pastel freshwater green that feels brisk, uplifting and quietly revitalising.
HIT THE FLOOR
A large statement rug brings instant visual impact and helps set the tone for the entire room, anchoring the space with texture and personality. Complete the look with Resene Indian Tan – a deep copper brown with warm, rustic character that adds richness and depth.
DARLING BUDS
This bohemian bedroom comes to life through a playful mix of prints, statement walls, quirky flea market finds and timeless pieces, all layered within a sophisticated palette punctuated by vibrant bursts of colour. Adding a sense of calm and softness is Resene Eau De Nil – a pale green with a tranquil, restorative quality.
