Click to enlargeChelsea Sugar Head Office Exterior Colour Scheme by Eleanor Eugster and Alison Gwerder, Beca Ltd. Image: Eleanor Eugster 1 of 28Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli by Annabel Berry, Annabel Berry Creative Co, winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Award. Image: Rachel Wybrow 2 of 28Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli by Annabel Berry, Annabel Berry Creative Co, winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Exterior Colour Maestro Award.3 of 28Soda by CTRL Space winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Colour Maestro Award. Image: Simon Devitt4 of 28WOTSO Takapuna Internal Stairwell by Pauly B winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Coworking Award. Image: Tosca Christie 5 of 28The Formery by CTRL Space winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Coworking Colour Maestro Award. Image: Sarah Grace 6 of 28TR Group HQ by ArchInt winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Company Award. Image: supplied 7 of 28Endoscopy on Clarence Medical Centre by Ces Scott, Sandra Torres and Thomas Brock, APG Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Company Colour Maestro Award. Image: Amanda Aitken 8 of 28St Hildas Chapel & Whitby Redevelopment by Cameron Grindlay, Dwelling Architectural Design winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Award. Image: Nick Beadle 9 of 28Northcote Intermediate School by Clive Chapman and Iliya Kolesnikov, Pacific Environments NZ Ltd winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Colour Maestro Award. Image: Barry Tobin10 of 28The Village PreSchool by Carter Williamson Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Colour Maestro Award. Image: Katherine Lu 11 of 28Crinkle Cut by Liz Tjahjana, Aaron Paterson and Steven Lloyd, Pac Studio Ltd. and Steven Lloyd Architecture winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Exterior Colour Maestro Award. Image: Simon Devitt12 of 28Iconic Wellington Apartment by Hannah Ferens and Joneen Rodgers, Hello Home Interiors winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Interior Award. Image: Anna Briggs 13 of 28Gateways Apartments Replacement Windshields by John Bannatyne, DLA Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Exterior Award. Image: Paul McCredie14 of 28Shades of Hydrangea by Marlene Hudson, Marlene Hudson Design winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Interior Colour Maestro Award. Image: Tracey Scott 15 of 28The Jim Wakefield Pavilion by Athfield Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Neutrals Award. Image: David Higgins 16 of 28Arney Road Residence by Abri Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Neutrals Colour Maestro Award. Image: Katrina Weidner 17 of 28Antrim House upgrade, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga winner of the Resene Total Colour Heritage Award. Image: Brayden Mitchell and Jamie Jacobs 18 of 28Palmerston North Crematorium, Chapple Architecture winner of the Resene Total Colour Heritage Colour Maestro Award. Image: Bernadette Peters 19 of 28Te Puawnanga Science and Technology Centre, Jessica Gommers and Ruby Oliver winner of the Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential Product Award. Image: Richard Ng 20 of 28Always Song in the Water exhibition by The Letter Q Ltd and New Zealand Maritime Museum winner of the Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential Product Colour Maestro Award. Image: David St George and Blink Ltd 21 of 28Femme-ly Velues winner of the Resene Total Colour Landscape Award. Image: Sam Hartnett22 of 28Pukekawa/Auckland Domain - refurbish band rotunda by Nina Quintana and Richard Bland, Auckland Council winner of the Resene Total Colour Landscape Colour Maestro Award. Image: Supplied 23 of 28Tidal Shift by Stephanie Cartledge winner of the Resene Total Colour Bright Spot Award. Image: Nicole Reed 24 of 28A Colourful, Feminist Vision for Community by Briar Newman winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Award. Image: Render Briar Newman 25 of 28RE: indigenise, vitalise, generate, vegetate, juvenate by Javani Govender winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour Maestro Award. Image: Drawing Javani Govender 26 of 28Summit Spas by Omea Hall winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour Maestro Award. Image: Drawing Omea Hall 27 of 28Te Kura School, Seatoun, Wellington. Image: supplied 28 of 28The Resene Total Colour Awards winners were announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week. The award winners exemplify the role colour plays in accentuating design and how it can uplift our spaces inside and out. The Resene Total Colour Awards winners were announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week. The award winners exemplify the role colour plays in accentuating design and how it can uplift our spaces inside andout.TheResene Total Colour Awards marked two significant milestones, the first being the 15th year of the awards and the second celebrating the highest number of entriesever.The judging panel included Sylvia Sandford (colour expert), John Walsh (previous editor of Architecture NZ, architectural writer) and Laura Lynn Johnston (editor of BlackWhite magazine, and previous editor of Habitatmagazine).Resene Total Colour Master Nightingale Award & Resene Total Colour Commercial ExteriorAwardChelsea Sugar Head Office Exterior Colour Scheme by Eleanor Eugster and Alison Gwerder, Beca Ltd.Image: Eleanor EugsterTheResene Total Colour Master Nightingale Award is named after the Nightingale family who founded and still runs Resene today, and recognises excellence in colour and paint use. The Awards went to: Chelsea Sugar Head Office Exterior Colour Scheme by Eleanor Eugster and Alison Gwerder, Beca Ltd.The judges said: Sugar and spice and all things nice, this project speaks in colour. A perfect example of the transformational power of paint and colour, the colour palette does the heavy lifting to take a once unassuming structure and turning it into an eye-catching feature. Each colour in the palette cleverly plays off one another, contrasting and accentuating the next. Its the icing on thecake.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Award & Resene Total Colour Commercial Exterior Colour MaestroAwardWhitestone Cheese Diner & Deli by Annabel Berry, Annabel Berry Creative Co, winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Award.Image: Rachel WybrowWhitestone Cheese Diner & Deli by Annabel Berry,Annabel Berry CreativeCoThe jury said: Irresistibly charming, who wouldnt want to go into a caf that looks like this? The fun, playful and nostalgic colour palette draws you in with a sense of anticipation about what lies within. It touches on all the best elements of what makes retro designs charming, neatly packaged into a colourful wrapping that puts a refreshing spin on vintage-inspired hues. An exemplary showcase of the power of colour has turned an overlooked building into a must-visit locallandmark.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Colour MaestroAwardSoda by CTRL Space winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Public + Retail Space Colour Maestro Award.Image: Simon DevittSoda byCTRLSpaceThe judges said: Warm and calming colours come together in this project to build an atmosphere of respite and relaxation for its clientele. The thoughtful application of the colour palette means the colour seems to seamlessly and gracefully flow over every surface, achieving an inviting aesthetic that carefully balances vibrancy with tranquillity. Playing to the senses, its an alluring use of colour that manages to feel effortless through its thoughtful and consideredapproach.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office CoworkingAwardWOTSO Takapuna Internal Stairwell by Pauly B winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Coworking Award.Image: Tosca ChristieWOTSO Takapuna Internal Stairwell by Paul Bradley,PaulyBThe judges said: An adventure in colour, brimming with the anticipation of not knowing what new surprise awaits just around the corner. This exuberant and unexpected use of colour acts as a free-flowing organic design juxtaposed against the formal structure of the stairs. It fills the space with enthusiasm and optimism. Using a wide palette of hues from dark to light and glimmering touches of metallic, its fast become a favouritefeature.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Coworking Colour MaestroAwardThe Formery by CTRL Space winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Coworking Colour Maestro Award.Image: Sarah GraceThe Formery by CTRLSpaceThe Judges said: Infused with a sophisticated air of office space meets corporate club, this project cleverly transforms a workplace into something that feels more like hospitality space. The colours and sheen levels have been carefully selected to play with the lighting and set the mood. The scheme is beautifully harmonious and well-grounded as a means of supporting those engaged in mutually rewarding business discussions. This palette meansbusiness.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office CompanyAwardTR Group HQ by ArchInt winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Company Award.Image: suppliedTR Group New Commercial Building byArchIntThe judges said: When working with a corporate colour palette, it takes a certain adeptness to apply those colours to best serve their setting. This project does this brilliantly, using the clients daring hero hue for powerful accenting supported by a monochromatic base. Its an immersive branding experience which operates at a commercial level while still bringing out the little kid in all of us. Its bold, bright andbrilliant.Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Company Colour MaestroAwardEndoscopy on Clarence Medical Centre by Ces Scott, Sandra Torres and Thomas Brock, APG Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Commercial Interior Office Company Colour Maestro Award.Image: Amanda AitkenEndoscopy on Clarence Medical Centre by Ces Scott, Sandra Torres and Thomas Brock,APGArchitectsThe judges said: There is a delightful sense of continuity which extends from the public spaces to the private workspaces in this project. Bringing together a beautiful use of textures and variations of paint colours, it exudes an undeniably soothing calmness that avoids the common obstacle of feeling too clinical. The palette is beautifully balanced with timeless tones that feel supportive and nurturing of the space and its users, radiating comfort and care wrapped up incolour.Resene Total Colour EducationAwardSt Hildas Chapel & Whitby Redevelopment by Cameron Grindlay, Dwelling Architectural Design winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Award.Image: Nick BeadleSt Hildas Chapel & Whitby Redevelopment by Cameron Grindlay, Dwelling ArchitecturalDesignThe judges said: Colour is a powerful tool when wielded well and this project certainly wields it with expertise, using a tasteful colour palette to draw attention to select architectural elements and to set the scene. Perched high on the hilltop, the blue reaches out to the sky, enlivening the building and giving it presence. Its strong, purposeful andconfident.Resene Total Colour Education Colour MaestroAwardNorthcote Intermediate School by Clive Chapman and Iliya Kolesnikov, Pacific Environments NZ Ltd winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Colour Maestro Award.Image: Barry TobinNorthcote Intermediate School by Clive Chapman and Iliya Kolesnikov, Pacific Environments NZLtdThe Judges said: Inspiring students to reach their potential is a cornerstone of education and this colour palette embraces this vision wholeheartedly. Powerful colour choices rise on the vertical, visually reinforcing the strength of the architecture. The colours are ever-so-carefully arranged with a rhythm that plays off the texture and key architectural features, adding energy without overwhelming and infusing it withcharacter.Resene Total Colour Education Colour MaestroAwardThe Village PreSchool by Carter Williamson Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Education Colour Maestro Award.Image: Katherine LuThe Village PreSchool by Carter WilliamsonArchitectsThe judges said: An exquisite project, this beautiful ethereal palette is totally complementary to the architecture. It feels calm and serene, ready to be injected with the bustling energy of small children. While it may at first glance appear neutral, it cleverly weaves together a complex palette of light coloured hues combined with neutrals to soften the structure. This dreamy colour blend is easy to fall in lovewith.Resene Total Colour Residential ExteriorAwardGateways Apartments Replacement Windshields by John Bannatyne, DLA Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Exterior Award.Image: Paul McCredieGateways Apartments Replacement Windshields by John Bannatyne, DLAArchitectsThe judges said: The joyful colour selections ingeniously revitalise this prominent building, infusing it with life, energy and positivity through the thoughtfully chosen and ever-so-carefully placed colour palette. It has been transformed into a friendly and visually engaging landmark. The clever installation technique ensures both aesthetic appeal and sustainable maintenance, setting a benchmark for modern architectural rejuvenation. A textbook example of how a little colour can go a longway.Resene Total Colour Residential Exterior Colour MaestroAwardCrinkle Cut by Liz Tjahjana, Aaron Paterson and Steven Lloyd, Pac Studio Ltd. and Steven Lloyd Architecture winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Exterior Colour Maestro Award.Image: Simon DevittCrinkle Cut by Liz Tjahjana, Aaron Paterson and Steven Lloyd, Pac Studio Ltd. and Steven LloydArchitectureThe judges said: An unexpected soft pink lifts this home out of the ordinary. Surrounded by bush, it would have been ever so easy to paint this house all white, yet the subtle touch of colour brings so much more. Its instantly soothing, creating a relaxed retreat to enjoy as a respite from the busy city. Cleverly combined with crisp white, the pairing helps the eye read the slipper pink hue and appreciate its subtle beauty. A whisper of colour that speaksvolumes.Resene Total Colour Residential InteriorAwardIconic Wellington Apartment by Hannah Ferens and Joneen Rodgers, Hello Home Interiors winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Interior Award.Image: Anna BriggsIconic Wellington Apartment by Hannah Ferens and Joneen Rodgers, Hello HomeInteriorsThe judges said: Colour makes this space, celebrating the essence of mid-century modern design with a well-balanced and vibrant colour palette that adds joy and interest without overwhelming the senses. Every detail harmoniously supports the palette. The curated application of colour on the open shelving transforms groupings of personal treasures into museum-worthy displays. Tailormade for the client, this home is ahaven.Resene Total Colour Residential Interior Colour MaestroAwardShades of Hydrangea by Marlene Hudson, Marlene Hudson Design winner of the Resene Total Colour Residential Interior Colour Maestro Award.Image: Tracey ScottShades of Hydrangea by Marlene Hudson, Marlene HudsonDesignColour transforms this house into a welcoming family home by creating an open, light-filled space complemented by beautifully contrasting features. There is a strong connection between the interior and the surrounding environment as if elements of the outdoors have been invited inside. Thoughtful planning has ensured it is both functional and inviting, perfectly suited for a busy life. Colour has helped make this house an easy-to-live-inhome.Resene Total Colour NeutralsAwardThe Jim Wakefield Pavilion by Athfield Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Neutrals Award.Image: David HigginsThe Jim Wakefield Pavilion by AthfieldArchitectsThe jury said: When it comes to the traditions of colours associated with games, you cant go far past the tradition of white in cricket. Nestled in park land that moves through the colours of the seasons, this project has embraced the essence of cricket whites. This understated neutral palette stands out amongst the natural tones of the park and allows the continuity of the sweeping forms to be the hero. In a landscape of colour, white becomes anaccent.Resene Total Colour Neutrals Colour MaestroAwardArney Road Residence by Abri Architects winner of the Resene Total Colour Neutrals Colour Maestro Award.Image: Katrina WeidnerArney Road Residence by AbriArchitectsThe jury said: So often homes are painted all white, but this home brings a little something extra to the palette. Enhanced with a refined neutral palette of grey, the classic cloudy colours ensure that this home holds its own even on the brightest of summer days. Combined with a range of textured surfaces, the colour palette provides just the right touch of variation. Neutrality highlights this homes architecturebeautifully.Resene Total Colour HeritageAwardAntrim House upgrade, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga winner of the Resene Total Colour Heritage Award.Image: Brayden Mitchell and Jamie JacobsAntrim House Upgrade, Heritage New Zealand PouhereTaongaThe judges said: With such a high-profile building to decorate, there is always the pressure of expectation. This project has risen to this challenge with much thought into not only which colours will be used but also where they will be used to best flatter the many stunning architectural details. It leads by example, showcasing how taking the time to respect and celebrate the past through refurbishment projects will ensure our heritage buildings remain a treasured part of our architecture into thefuture.Resene Total Colour Heritage Colour MaestroAwardPalmerston North Crematorium, Chapple Architecture winner of the Resene Total Colour Heritage Colour Maestro Award. Image: Bernadette PetersPalmerston North Crematorium, Chapple Architecture, SusieElmsThe jury said: With a serene and dignified approach, this colour palette honours the buildings iconic architecture. The uplifting treatment of the arches lifts the spirits, while the restrained interior colour palette provides a calm and soothing backdrop, allowing the architectural elements to shine. As a building that is used in challenging times, its tranquil and reassuring in all the rightways.Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential ProductAwardTe Puawnanga Science and Technology Centre, Jessica Gommers and Ruby Oliver winner of the Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential Product Award.Image: Richard NgTe Puawnanga Science and Technology Centre, Motat, Jessica Gommers and RubyOliverThe jury said: Wow! This transformational treasure trove of colour palettes draws your eye to each area of the space. The colour is cleverly used to designate zones of activity, to bring human scale to what could have seemed like a cavernous space and offer a collection of themed areas to explore. The palette is extensive yet is so well integrated that the colours both coordinate and contrast. Colour makes this space comealive.Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential Product Colour MaestroAwardAlways Song in the Water exhibition by The Letter Q Ltd and New Zealand Maritime Museum winner of the Resene Total Colour Installation - Experiential Product Colour Maestro Award.Image: David St George and Blink LtdAlways Song in the Water exhibition by The Letter Q Ltd and New Zealand MaritimeMuseumThe jury said: Like ripples of water, this exhibitions colour palette feels like youre passing through layers of ocean. Colour is an undeniable hero, immersing each visitor into the exhibition and encouraging them to explore more and linger that little bit longer to truly take in all the curated treasures. Playful and whimsical as it transitions from space to space, the flow of colour isfaultless.Resene Total Colour LandscapeAwardFemme-ly Velues winner of the Resene Total Colour Landscape Award.Image: Sam HartnettFemme-lyVeluesThe jury said: Picking a bold palette of colours that works well together is one achievement; weaving those same colours together into a giant folly is an even greater one. This ambitious project catches the eye with its novel colour combination and structure. Towering above the land, the open weave gives the sense that the colours are playing with their surroundings. Its a hand-crafting of hues taken to a whole newlevel.Resene Total Colour Landscape Colour MaestroAwardPukekawa/Auckland Domain - refurbish band rotunda by Nina Quintana and Richard Bland, Auckland Council winner of the Resene Total Colour Landscape Colour Maestro Award.Image: SuppliedPukekawa/Auckland Domain - refurbish band rotunda by Nina Quintana and Richard Bland, AucklandCouncilThe judges said: Theres something delightful about when old is made new and its even more satisfying when bland becomes beautiful. The complementary palette feels at one with its environment yet refined and elevated. The judicious use of colour highlights the architectural detailing while the repetitive placement of colour helps each hue feel like it truly belongs. Colour has not just refreshed this rotunda, its revived it from top tobottom.Resene Total Colour Bright SpotAwardTidal Shift by Stephanie Cartledge winner of the Resene Total Colour Bright Spot Award.Image: Nicole ReedTidal Shift by StephanieCartledgeThe judges said: With a fusion of colour and community, this work energises its surroundings with a vibrant palette and thoughtful symbolism inspired by the local environment. Boldly painted graphic elements broadcast a universally understandable message and invite passersby to pause, reflect and connect. Its a striking example of how colour and design can inspire and engage usall.Resene Total Colour Rising StarAwardA Colourful, Feminist Vision for Community by Briar Newman winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Award.Image: Render Briar NewmanA Colourful, Feminist Vision for Community by BriarNewmanThe judges said: This project boldly reimagines space through a feminist lens, using a dynamic pink palette with supplementary hues to empower and nurture. By thoughtfully manipulating colour, the design transforms the area into a supportive haven, celebrating life and femininity. The skilful integration of colour creates a harmonious environment that invites women to confidently claim their space. This colour palette exudes courage andtenacity.Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour MaestroAwardRE: indigenise, vitalise, generate, vegetate, juvenate by Javani Govender winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour Maestro Award.Image: Drawing Javani GovenderRE: indigenise, vitalise, generate, vegetate, juvenate by JavaniGovenderThe judges said: Masterfully integrating health and community, this project emanates warmth and a sense of grounding that resonates with the land. In a world searching for well-being and mindfulness, the colour palette deftly achieves both. Drawing inspiration from traditional whare blended with subtle Japanese influences, the concept connects to the environment to evoke an inviting space that welcomes each and everyone. A colour palette for all toenjoy.Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour MaestroAwardSummit Spas by Omea Hall winner of the Resene Total Colour Rising Star Colour Maestro Award.Image: Drawing Omea HallSummit Spas by OmeaHallThe judges said: The epitome of alpine sophistication, this project blends seamlessly with the strength of its surrounding mountaintops while maintaining a lovely lightness. Theres a perfect fit between the breathtaking design and the carefully chosen colour palette. The meticulous attention to specification of this ambitious project reflects a level of care associated with professionals. Its a stunningly beautiful space, perfect forrelaxation.Winner - LifetimeAchievementPeter Beaumont of TEAM Architects Wellington, Winner - Lifetime Achievement.Peter Beaumont, TEAM ArchitectsWellingtonThe judges said: Peter has an innate ability to not only use colour in a practical way that supports the architecture, defines spaces and guides movement intuitively, but also to delight those who interact with and admire his projects from near and far. Its a delicate balancing act to select colours that are both fitting and thoughtful yet expresse and sensory and its a skill Peter has wellmastered.Peters colour selections run the gamut of neutrals through to pastels and brights, with each colour carefully considered to best suit the needs of each project. No two projects are alike. Peters passion for colour is most evident in the education sector with many schools and students of all ages benefitting from his thoughtful work and delightful and novel colour selections. Peter has also generously shared his knowledge over many years as a lecturer, inspiring those that dream to follow his architecturalpath.After a successful career spanning more than four decades, which has seen him win multiple colour awards, Peter has developed a deep understanding of the subtle ways colour benefits and conditions how people interact with and use space. One of his lasting legacies is passing on this prowess, as well as his passion, knowledge, bravery and confidence in colour to countless colleagues and architecturalgraduates.This Resene Lifetime Achievement in Colour award celebrates Peters tenacity, skill and flair as an architect who isnt afraid to experiment withcolour.