Renee Interiors

23/03/2026

It's been a while since I last posted here so I thought it would be fun to share a few exterior pics of our home of the past two years.
Its a bit of a special place to live. ( First 3 images)

The house was built in the 80's and designed by architect Peter Hume Whitaker. Its a very unique building with a mix of contemporary and farmhouse rustic features and looks quite different from different angles.

We haven't done a lot so far except for some interior painting but knew that we would need to do work to the exterior at some point.

I thought after a couple of years living here I would have a bit more clarity about what direction to go with when choosing an exterior paint scheme 🤔 😅 but no.....Im still swinging from one to another which you will understand when you keep swiping 😆

Anything is going to be a big job and so transformational!!

The house is getting a new roof so we will be getting rid of that red too !

So I would love your thoughts. I have numbered my ideas of options -if you would like to comment on your favourite number or any other colour you think would look nice 😉 I would love your feedback. It will be fun to have your thoughts xx

27/03/2025

27/03/2025

I had the pleasure of assisting the owner to prepare this beautiful historic cottage to the market. Packed with charming features and surrounded by nature with views of Kapiti Island, this property truly is special.

Contact Magno of Harcourts or pop into the next open home.

interiordesign

22/03/2025

Adding a pop of colour with Dahlias from the local market xx

27/01/2025

A restful view

25/07/2024

23/12/2023

My go to Christmas cooking inspo is the beautiful Kai food stories by .lowe
This book is also my favourite styling book with so many stunning images to choose from xx

28/11/2023

It's a bit of a grey day here on the Kapiti Coast. But looking out into nature here at our new home is wonderful no matter what the weather 😀
We are still surrounded in boxes but Im having some fun with the unpacking process as we find places for our things.
There is lots of wood features in the home so embracing those warmer tones with furnishings.

03/11/2023

Progress! So great to see fresh paint on these walls and the beautiful detail of the beams coming to life.

26/10/2023

Resene "Shadowy Blue" is a dusty muted hue that looks lovely in this children's bedroom makeover. This room was located in the southern corner of the home, and as the walls were not in the best condition, we had an opportunity to remove these and insulate. This is always a good thing to consider for your external walls if you are repainting. For added warmth in this room, we also retrofit double glazing to the existing windows.
With feature walls- where the light reflects at different times of the day needs to be considered, too.
A hand knitted throw, heirloom bear and custom made cushions add charm to the space.
I love how this room has come together, and feels as cosy as it looks 😍

Design and project management Renee Interiors

Resene
The Bunk House