Planning progress

This wasn’t Nicola and Nick’s first foray into building, so they made sure that they took their time – five years – to live in the home and get to know its light patterns and vantage points. They shared the space with their three children, Isabella, now 17, Ara, 15, and Ed, 12. “As the kids were getting older, we really wanted them to have their own space and for us to have ours,” says Nicola.

Unfortunately, errors from early contractors set them back, but Aled Buckley from Creative Space Custom Joinery & Furniture got them on track. “He had to start again with his shop drawings and we worked together to design most of the house,” says Nicola. “We had a bit of experience from past houses, but managing the project ourselves did mean the build took an extra six months to complete.”

Behind the design

Having lived in Sydney, the couple took inspiration from the terraces that line the streets of its inner-city suburbs. “We knew a replica would look out of place in Queensland so we modernised it while trying to keep the essence of a terrace house,” says Nicola.

Items on the wish list were a pool, steel doors, high ceilings and concrete slabs between each level. “My ears were so tired of hearing the boom, boom, boom on the floors from the kids and their friends running around the old house, so I couldn’t wait to have concrete slabs to reduce the noise,” says Nicola.

She opted for a more unconventional layout. “I really wanted to have it flow well but not be an obvious way, so you wouldn’t walk in the house and guess where everything was from the front door,” says Nicola.

Special features

Despite the setbacks, Nicola and Nick are thrilled with the finished product. “Our favourite room is the kitchen,” says Nicola. “We have two island benches so we can make a mess at one while cooking without having to clean up, and use the other one to dine at.”

“Everyone advised us against putting the kitchen on the top floor, but we are so happy that we did,” Nicola.

The teenagers tend to occupy the middle floor with the rumpus, kitchenette and pool, while Nicola and Nick have their own sitting room upstairs with a fireplace and TV. A showstopping circular staircase connects all three levels, while the stylish ground-floor lobby entry “is the one space that remains tidy” Nicola shares.

“We wake up each morning so grateful and happy with our choices and where we live. It makes me happy everywhere I look!”

“We love to watch the rowers row past in the morning and see the sun glisten off the water,” Nicola.

Budget breakdown

Due to delays with finding reliable consultants, timeframe extensions and big-ticket inclusions, Nicola says the final spend was almost double
the budget. “Many extra expenses came from having higher ceilings,” she says. “To keep things in proportion it meant higher glass doors, internal doors and larger windows, which added to the cost significantly.”

The concrete roof and slabs needed more costly lighting and Wi-Fi and air conditioning systems. The budget breakdown estimate is: Demolition 1%, Consultants 5%, Building 45%, Interiors 25%, Joinery (including stone) 20%, Landscaping 4%.

Lessons learnt

“The biggest lesson we learnt was that no-one is going to care as much about this project as you,” says Nicola, who found the task of project managing the build “all-consuming but so worth it in the end!” Having built and renovated before, she and Nick understood the importance of living with the home before embarking on a complete transformation.

They were also happy to splurge on more luxurious finishes given their plans to stay in this home long term, and designed a floor plan that, albeit unconventional, suited their family’s needs perfectly. “We have everything we could have dreamed of in this house,” says Nicola.

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Is this new purchase simply a necessity for confessing all the behind-the-scenes gossip that went down during the 2025 season, or is it one to renovate? Looks like the latter – and we’re more than ready to watch the restoration unfold.

“Lifelong dream and new journey loading,” he wrote on Instagram, sharing the news of his property purchase and inviting followers along for the renovation ride of MJ’s Church via a new social media account dedicated to documenting the makeover process.

Within days of being shared by Mat, MJ’s Church had already amassed thousands of followers, all eager to see him apply his talents to this next project now that his season in Daylesford has wrapped. “Join me on a fabulous journey from The Block to transforming a country church into a vibrant home! Expect laughs, drama, & fabulous vibes!” the account reads.

The former Anglican church, known as St Mary Magdalene’s, is a heritage property built in 1910 and was listed as “a piece of South Australian history”. It boasts period craftsmanship and architectural details crying out to be preserved – from leadlight glass windows to double timber doors – with Mat seemingly the perfect person for the job, given the eye for design he showcased on the series.

As one half of Adelaide-based best-mate duo Mat and Robby, the pair became fan favourites throughout the 21st season thanks to their good humour and memorable antics. While they were tipped to be in the running to win – bolstered by bold moves including a winning kitchen and a wine cellar – it wasn’t meant to be.

They didn’t fare as badly as the two couples who left empty-handed, but the boys did walk away with relatively modest winnings of $109,999 (split between them) when Danny Wallis bought House 5 for $3,099,999, particularly when compared to the 2024 contestants who all made lucrative sales thanks to billionaire Adrian Portelli purchasing all five properties.

As Adrian famously declared, he wasn’t returning in 2025, having joined forces with rival network Channel 7 and their soon-to-launch revamped version of My Reno Rules in 2026. The move left teams Han and Can, and Emma and Ben, still waiting for their homes to sell. New parents Emma and Ben have since sold their own home, with The Block outcome falling short of their hopes.

There’s still potential for all contestants to make the most of their moment in the spotlight – and it seems Mat is firmly continuing the renovation ride, with enormous potential in this latest purchase for a beautiful transformation and a big sale, if all goes to plan.

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Mat Johnson’s church renovation

The Block’s Mat Johnson is renovating a church in the small South Australian town of Brinkworth. The Block alum posted a picture of his new investment on Instagram, where he wrote, “life long dream and new journey loading.”

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Matty J and Laura Byrne’s dream South Coast holiday property renovation

The Bachelor alum, Matty J and Laura, are currently sharing the trials and tribulations of transforming an old seaside property on the NSW South Coast into their dream holiday home. From snakes living in their roof to significant mould, water and termite damage, the couple aren’t afraid of sharing the reality of renovating an old property.

Those who appreciate some personality in a property will also delight in watching the family preserve the character and magic in their “little glass house on the seaside filled with stories.” There’s plenty of colourful tiling, stained glass windows and dreamy views to be found in this renovation.

Follow on Instagram: @chante.mer.house

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Inside Andy Lee and Rebecca Harding’s historic ‘Ravenswood’ mansion renovation

When Andy Lee and Rebecca Harding announced they had purchased a run-down 150-year-old mansion, their followers couldn’t wait to see what they would do with it. Fortunately, the couple have been sharing the renovation journey and all of their fascinating historic discoveries, such as the home’s porthole windows and Egyptian motif door handles, as they go.

Despite the challenges that arise as they peel back the onion that is an old home like this one, the couple are passionate about the property and their renovation journey. If you harbor any sort of fascination for old buildings then you’re going to enjoy following along with this reno.

Follow along on Instagram: @thebuild_ravenswood

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Brooke Styles’ renovation of her 100-year-old Queenslander

With her classic country style and talent for restoring antique furniture, its not exactly a surprise that Brooke Styles has over 250,000 people following along with her renovation of a 100-year-old Queenslander. Leaning into the building’s age, Brooke’s kitchen renovation saw the installation of a blue antique-style range cooker, a custom pot rail and plenty of cottagecore-style open shelving.

Along the way, Brooke has also been sharing her second-hand furniture finds and country-inspired decorating choices.

Follow along on Instagram: @brookestyless

Chloe Brookman’s 1970s home renovation

Having completed her dreamy dolls house-style renovation, Chloe Brookman is onto her next renovation project and we couldn’t be more excited to follow along. This time around, Chloe is renovating an old 1970s home by the sea—complete with patterned yellow wall paper, hardwood floors and a tiled retro bar. We’re waiting in anticipation for this exciting renovation to kick off.

Follow along on Instagram: @70shousereno

Ronnie and Georgia’s 1925 weatherboard cottage renovation

The Block alum, Ronnie and Georgia might have been renovating their 1925 weatherboard cottage for the last five years but we’re still as onboard as ever. By taking their time with the renovation, the couple have been able to carefully preserve the building’s character features while adding some magical updates of their own. This is a renovation that shows there’s nothing wrong with going slow when it comes to your dream home.

Follow along on Instagram: @ronnieandgeorgia

Claire Kennedy’s renovation of her Victorian-era property in England

Fans of British interiors will appreciate Claire Kennedy’s current renovation of her Victorian era property in England. With good bones, Claire has made sure to preserve the home’s unique features while putting her own whimsical spin on the fairy-tale space. With a knack for pastel prints and playful décor, this renovation is full of colourful inspiration.

Follow along on Instagram: @claireakennedy

Edwina Bartholomew’s historic hotel restoration in Carcoar

Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew and her husband, writer Neil Varcoe, are currently restoring a 19th-century building in the New South Wales town of Carcoar. The couple are turning the building into a luxury boutique hotel, which is due to open in 2026 but until then, you can still follow along with the renovation on the hotel’s dedicated Instagram page.

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Milly & Louis’ former Bishop’s residence renovation in South Wales

Milly and Louis are a young couple, who are currently restoring a 7 bedroom former Bishop’s residence in South Wales. The couple have been sharing the highs and lows of restoring a historic property on both Instagram and Youtube, with their journey involving the discovery of secret doors, hidden character features and some creepy objects. If you love old buildings then you’re going to want to follow this account.

Follow along on Instagram: @belgravevilla

A renovation of a 1868 property in Okuwa village in Japan

Located in a village in the Japanese countryside, this traditional Japanese property is undergoing a careful renovation—and you can follow along the entire journey on Instagram. The property’s dedicated Instagram account provides viewers with fascinating insights into the renovation process, the property’s traditional architecture, surrounding landscape and local area.

Follow along on Instagram: @kinoma_project

Jordan and Dane’s renovation of their 100-year-old home

Renovating husbands, Jordan and Dane are currently renovating a 100-year-old cottage in Western Australia. The couple are almost halfway through the renovation of ‘Palm View Manor’ (named after the giant palm tree in the front yard), which makes it a great time to follow along with the rest of their journey in time for the end result.

Follow along on Instagram: @jordanbrunoofficial and @dane_renovates

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“The brief was to create something different with an English/European style,” says Lauren. The couple also wanted a design that was sympathetic to the period of their home, which was built in 1921. Delightful touches, such as the rolling ladder from Ram Hardware, create old world charm.

On a functional level, they needed better flow with plenty of storage. For easy access to the outside entertaining area, the positions of the kitchen and family room were swapped. “The French doors are open most of the time with a great flow to outside and the pool, so the family can relax together,” says Jo. The result is a space enveloped in a mint green to reflect the leafy vista. It also has oak timber highlights and classic patterned flooring for wow factor. “We absolutely love it, it’s exactly what we hoped for and we couldn’t be happier,” shares Jo.

How to create a green kitchen

Colour is the star of this green kitchen. The bent plywood rangehood surround and the kitchen island are finished in Resene Spanish Green, while ‘Menton’ floor tiles from Kalafrana Ceramics complement. More green comes in the form of custom bar stools designed by Studio Trio, which are covered in soft Mokum ‘Vintage Deux’ velvet fabric in Lilypad. Adding balance with neutral tones is Talostone ‘Calacatta Oro’ matte-finish stone on the benchtops. This also sweeps up to the ceiling to form the splashback.

Brass handles and tapware

The architectural hardware creates cohesion. Many elements in this kitchen feature brass. These include the Visual Comfort ‘Oxford’ sconce lights in Antique Burnished Brass, Perrin & Rowe ‘Provence’ tapware in Satin Brass as well as La Cornue ‘Cornufé’ oven in Matte Black. “The La Cornue oven was the first thing selected, which ties all the lighting and tapware together,” explains Lauren. The statement Thomas O’Brien ‘Hicks’ pendants that are suspended above the island combine these accents of black and brass.

Butler’s pantry design

“The pantry is one of the busiest rooms in our house,” says Jo, who adds that it also functions as a laundry, food storage space and prep zone. Many of the materials in the kitchen are also carried through here, except for the Olde English Tiles ‘White Gloss’ subways that grace the walls. The fluted Turner Hastings ‘Novi’ fireclay sink is a smaller version of the one in the kitchen.

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Builder: AMG Carpentry and Construction, amgcarpentry.com.au
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Whether your dream is a sunken fire pit or cool cabana, our experts provide you with all the inspiration you need to plan, create and decorate your own outdoor living spaces.

Create an outdoor kitchen

Promising extra cooking space, more mingling with your guests and no cooking odours inside, an outdoor kitchen elevates entertaining and turns everyday mealtimes into social occasions.

“Begin by looking at the available space, your everyday lifestyle and how much you entertain,” says Toby France, director of Exterior Architecture. “Be realistic about what you’ll use in an outdoor kitchen. Just a simple barbecue and bench space? Or everything from a fridge to a teppanyaki grill?”

Next, Toby says to consider design and materials. “Robust and low-maintenance materials, such as poured concrete, stone and stainless steel, withstand the elements and suit the ‘solid’ looking aesthetic of an outdoor kitchen.”

Remember to ask professionals about drainage, fire safety, minimum clearances and ventilation.

Plan your pool house

“Nothing embraces summer living like a pool house,” says architect Adam Hampton, director of Hampton Architecture. “Primarily a place to relax and entertain connected to the garden or swimming pool, they often have a flexible, open-plan layout to serve a range of uses, such as guest accommodation.”

Typically, a pool house complements your home and relates to your landscape and pool setting. Adam suggests elevating a structure with “tall ceilings, stacked doors, retractable awnings and shutters”.

Look to resort-style living for interior inspiration, suggests Anna. “Light, with timber accents and neutral, textured fabrics, tropical fans and soft lighting. Think about storage and fixtures like speakers, too. Essentially, create a gorgeous destination in your garden and make it feel like an occasion to go out there.”

Built-in joinery and fold-down beds help to maximise space.

Add a cabana

“Cabanas are great for extending the use of your outdoor space when it’s hot, providing privacy and shade, particularly by a pool,” says Toby. Practicalities aside, cabanas conjure visions of cocktails and the exclusivity of a hired daybed at a chic resort.

“You can create a shaded eating area, but more often it’s about relaxing,” explains Anna. “A large daybed always hits the spot, as do hanging chairs or bean bags that are easily moved. Layer them with outdoor cushions and add wall lights. Think about the things on holidays that make you smile – we’re trying to recreate that.”

The most common cabana design has three sides, and they are mainly built using masonry or timber.

Splash out on a shower

The backyard bliss of an outdoor shower isn’t just for coastal homes or pools. A refreshing duck under one on a hot day? Yes please. And with cold showers now part of our daily wellness routine (or still on our to-do list), where better to soak up the feel-good vibes of nature while boosting your mood, circulation and energy?

“Once you’ve considered water access, it’s about location and look,” says Toby. “For instance, do you want a ‘feature’ or simply an outdoor shower by the gate to wash sandy kids?”

In terms of aesthetics, consider a luxe metal finish and a design style for your outdoor shower that complements your home. “To create an attractive space, look to planting and a backdrop,” adds Toby.

“If you used a beautiful tile elsewhere, repeat that or try weatherboard, which works with many styles, then dress it up with towel hooks and a shelf.”

Lush greenery will bring the finishing tropical touches to your outdoor shower.

Pop in a fire pit

“As our concept of outdoor living expands, a designated fire-pit zone has become another outdoor ‘room’ where friends and family can gather,” says Adam. “You don’t need a lot of space and they’re ideal for underused corners of the garden, adding focus and a meaningful area.”

While a sunken zone isn’t necessary, Toby says it’s ideal for fire pits. “It has a more intimate and immersive feel, especially with in-built seating, and also offers protection from the wind.”

As for fire-pit planning? Confirm requirements with your local council and check if your proposed fire pit is a safe distance from your home and other flammable structures. Choose materials and designs according to their specifications, then weigh up the various heat sources, from dry seasoned wood to ethanol.

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Adding to the chatter, questions swirled around longtime host Scott Cam after an anonymous caller to Triple M’s morning show claimed to have insider knowledge that the tradie-turned-TV favourite wouldn’t be returning. 

“One of my mates was a tradie on The Block this season, and the rumour going around within the production crew is that this was Scott Cam’s last season,” the caller told hosts Beau Ryan, Aaron Woods and Cat Lynch.

Is Scott Cam leaving The Block?

Scott, however, wasted no time putting the whispers to rest. “The press think that I am quitting every year – for the last 10 years,” the 61-year-old reportedly responded. “But I am coming back next year. Definitely. And the year after. And the year after that.” 

With RealEstate.com.au reporting his rumoured new contract at $2.5 million and an upcoming appearance on adventure series Shark! – where celebrities are dropped into shark-infested waters – his place as a leading talent in Australian TV is well and truly cemented.

So fans can breathe easy. Scott will be back to call “Tools down!” alongside co-host Shelley Craft and judges Darren Palmer, Shaynna Blaze and Marty Fox when the 2026 season kicks off. Next year’s contestants will don their tool belts in Mt Eliza on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, ready to take on another season of drama, design and very divisive viewing.

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While the the property’s Victorian-era charm is preserved in parts of the home, the bathroom provided an opportunity to lean into a more contemporary sense of luxury. “The brief was to create a bathroom that felt like a retreat,” shares Isabella. To create a spa-like space, Isabella enveloped the room in the warm, earthy tones of pink-hued natural stone, microcement walls in a custom colour, Ceramica Senio travertine tiles and French limestone floor pavers.

Concealed storage is found behind the Ferm Living puddle-shaped mirrors, while vertically mounted Astra Walker heated towel rails make efficient use of the space. The ABI Interiors ‘Ukiyo’ circular bath, situated in front of a bright window draped with sheer curtains, is the indulgent centrepiece, complemented by subtle glimmers of silver in the Astra Walker tapware in Brushed Platinum.

“The homeowner sees the bathroom as a true reflection of her personality – elegant, tactile and quietly playful,” Isabella says happily of the beautiful result.

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The elegant house has been the perfect place for Afsoon and her husband Waz to raise their two daughters, now aged 10 and 12. And thanks to enduring selections and a tranquil neutral palette, the home looks like it was renovated yesterday.

“We wanted the house to feel timeless, so we leaned towards natural materials and textures and muted tones,” says Afsoon. “We were conscious of making design choices that would age beautifully.”

Having been to countless open-home inspections back in 2014 when they were looking for their dream property, Afsoon and Waz knew what they wanted in a fixer-upper.

“I remember the day we found this over-100-year-old Victorian beauty in Enmore,” recalls Afsoon. “We were ready to call it quits when, one Saturday, we decided to visit ‘just one more’. As soon as we walked in, we knew it was the one.

It was the day of the auction, and we managed to outbid the other parties! The real estate agent gave us an hour to come back with a cheque. It was a whirlwind.”

The renovation

Afsoon and Waz collaborated with James Pedersen, principal of Pedersen Architecture, to give the tired two-storey, terrace-style house a modern, airy extension and to infuse it with more light — without compromising on its classic Victorian charm.

“With thoughtful touches like a wooden balcony off our bedroom and expansive windows throughout, James truly understood our vision, enhancing the original charm while adding a contemporary style,” explains Afsoon. “We also wanted to bring warmth into every corner with natural materials like Italian marble benchtops and limestone fireplaces.”

High ceilings and as much natural light as possible were top of Afsoon’s list. She also coveted functional zones that still felt connected and spaces that work just as well for daily family life as they do for entertaining.

“Retaining the original fireplaces and cornices was a must; we love the old-world craftsmanship and authenticity they bring. Plants were really important, too. One of the first things we did was put in a vertical garden that drapes the wall of the internal courtyard. It adds so much character and feels like a living artwork.”

Afsoon’s fave features

When pressed to choose her home’s highlights, Afsoon says she “absolutely loves” the marble kitchen island benchtop. “We wondered whether it would work in a family context, and luckily, we have found it to be both sculptural and practical,” she says. “The natural veining brings movement and softness to the space, and it catches the light beautifully throughout the day.” 

The commanding dining table is her favourite furniture piece. Made from recycled pine wood, it’s full of character and texture. “We’ve shared so many wonderful celebrations around that table. It’s also strong enough to withstand endless craft projects and glue-gun sessions!” 

Best renovation advice

Afsoon, whose family rug business celebrated 30 years this year, quotes seminal designer William Morris when sharing her best renovation advice: ‘Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.’

“It’s a simple sentiment that still defines how we live here today,” she says.

Be patient and plan thoughtfully, says Afsoon. “If possible, live in the space before making major decisions. Heritage homes reveal themselves slowly. Choose materials that will age gracefully, and avoid short-term trends. Surround yourself with professionals who understand your vision and respect the home’s history.” 

The Kisirwani family are moving on from their lovingly reimagined home — potentially to a new renovation project. They recently sold the house ahead of its scheduled auction for $4.31 million, well above the price guide of $3.5 million.

According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Afsoon and Waz have purchased another period home in the Eastern Suburbs. We can’t wait to see what they do with it.

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The home set among the fern fronds near Noosa looks casual and undone with its calming pea-green façade, white shutters and raw timber decks, yet this is the result of two years of renovating. The vision of the creative couple was combined with the experience of interior designer Tamsin Johnson, plus a list of lauded creatives who contributed to the bohemian-style masterpiece.

Built in the 1930s, its original charm is what won over the pair in the first place. “We just fell in love with the property because it was old, sort of that Caribbean slash Australian, plantation-shutter kind of vibe, with this extraordinary tropical garden, sitting right on this lake, about 30 minutes away from Noosa,” Lucy told Russh.

They had never intended on moving to the area, but they felt a synergy with the property and potential to put their own spin on it. When approaching the interiors, Lucy explained her approach was “not being too precious”. 

Her mum is an interior designer and influenced choices such as the sun motifs above some of the doorways. Yet the guiding design light was to make a space that felt like a true reflection of the couple. “I think there’s such a formula these days with interiors, and there’s all these trends,” she told Russh.

The living and dining area in the five-bedroom home has French doors and plantation shutters that open to take in the lake views. The breezy design style comes through in whitewashed walls, Mediterranean-inspired colours and decor, and a kitchen that features effervescent yellow cabinetry.

Custom concrete vanities finished with Venetian plaster are paired with terrazzo tiles by Will Cooper for Ash NYC and Astra Walker hardware in the bathrooms. While the home also heroes custom pendants by Lockerroom, sconces by Ben Mazey and ceramics by Ceri Muller.

Named Le Bateau Ivre, meaning ‘The Drunken Boat’ after the poem by French poet Arthur Rimbaud, the home is rumoured to have hosted visits from The Rolling Stones. For anyone in the market for a barefoot-bohemian meets rock ’n’ roll escape, it’s listed with Villa Prestige Properties.

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Art Deco revival

Elegant and timeless, our collective desire to bring back retro details couldn’t be stronger – and Art Deco style is leading the charge. This nod to the 1920s is influencing everything from joinery to lighting and fixtures, including tapware.

This year’s take on the charming trend, however, is subtle – think fluted lines, faceted handles and sculptural shapes that hint at, rather than spotlight, the glamorous era.

The Wiltern Collection by Phoenix Tapware captures this beautifully. Designed in Australia, it blends Deco-inspired charm with modern functionality, creating a design-led point of difference for both classic and contemporary homes. Available in four finishes – chrome, brushed nickel, brushed gold and brushed carbon – and featuring SwitchMix compatibility, it’s easy to tailor to your style or update down the track.

Farmhouse charm

The modern farmhouse aesthetic continues to win hearts. With The Block’s recent rural settings and the rise of the ‘tradwife’ trend, our feeds are brimming with country-inspired interiors – a hark back to simpler times.

While the kitchen remains the heart of this look, the apron-front sink isn’t the only hero element defining country-style kitchens. Fixtures are getting the farmhouse treatment too, with pot filler taps becoming a must-have for cooks who love both function and flair. Beyond the convenience of not having to find brute strength to haul a pot full of water back to the stove, their timeless silhouette ties the whole rural-chic look together — and feels right at home in Australian kitchens.

Bathrooms are embracing the rustic charm too, with classic cross-handle taps and softly curved spouts making a comeback. Paired with natural stone and shaker cabinetry, this trend brings comfort and character to contemporary homes.

Burnished tones

Despite the popularity of cool-toned metals, warmer finishes continue to add richness that chrome simply can’t match. Into 2026, these burnished tones are evolving beyond just high shine surfaces into more tactile, brushed treatments, ideal for creating inviting bathrooms.

Their subtle variations pair beautifully with timber, stone and soft, linen textures, grounding the space while adding a touch of luxury. Whether it’s a basin mixer or shower rose, these amber accents prove that elegance often lies in the details.

Tapware might seem like a small detail, but it’s one of the most powerful ways to define your home’s personality. Whether you’re drawn to Deco elegance, rustic charm or the glow of warm metals, the right choice can take your space from functional to unforgettable.

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The couple recently completed their Bay Builds project, which saw them build side-by-side homes on the New South Wales central coast.

Now, in a return to their renovation roots, Kyal and Kara are transforming a property in their own suburb of Shelley Beach.

“We were very specific about what we were after this time around: a home close to the water, in a location we could imagine ourselves living, and great bones for us to work with,” the couple wrote on their blog page announcing the project.

Their new property is a double-storey red brick home home that holds plenty of Australian suburban nostalgia. Kyal and Kara have said, “She’s a beauty with the most fabulous bones, and we cannot wait to help this home shine again.”

We’re excited to see what they do with the place.

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Planning the rebuild

As soon as the place was theirs, Justine called her best friend Ky Drury, founder of interior-design firm Studio Haus Co, who helped hone the vision for a modern Mediterranean-style home. “Like most projects, navigating council approvals took longer than expected, particularly given the home’s large footprint,” says Ky.

It was a team effort, with Lowi Interiors taking care of the spatial planning, Studio Haus Co overseeing material selections and styling, and Pro Design Building managing the build. Rebuilding rather than renovating allowed them to completely transform the home’s functionality and aesthetic.

Style behind the design

To embrace a modern Mediterranean style, Justine maximised the home’s natural light with soaring living area ceilings up to four metres high and designed the spaces to create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The open-plan dining, living and kitchen zones provide places for spreading out and coming together, while the bedrooms and bathrooms feature luxury furnishings and tactile finishes to cement their haven-like status.

Renovation budget breakdown

Justine and Andrew had a budget in mind for this rebuild, but admit that, like many projects during the Covid period, this figure blew out slightly due to supply chain challenges and material availability.

The overall total spend of $1,120,000 covered approximately $50,000 in demolition costs, $396,000 for the building, plumbing and electrical works, $142,000 for the luxe steel doors, $200,000 for joinery, $45,000 for the architect, $60,000 for interior consultations, $21,000 for the home’s tapware, $40,000 for the appliances and $20,000 for the landscaping, which Andrew did himself.

“We made a last-minute decision to upgrade to porcelain benchtops, which added to the cost, but the result was worth it and the finished product exceeded our expectations,” shares Justine.

Living and dining

Upon entering the home, visitors’ eyes are drawn to the dramatic four-metre-high ceilings with exposed beams. The formal dining area makes a statement with a Casa Blanco ‘Bullet’ dining table and Croft House ‘Sierra’ chairs, a ‘Willow’ rug from Armadillo, custom leather pendants sourced from Bali and a Coco Republic mirror. An artwork by Sophia Lind rests on the shelves above the bar area.

The living space is designed for comfort and entertaining with two ‘Sidney Slouch’ chaises from Globe West, an Armadillo ‘Corsica’ rug and a Casa Blanco ‘Palazzo’ rectangle coffee table around the Paul Agnew Designs fireplace. “Mercadier Cocomilk microcement features on the built-in seating, entertainment unit and shelving, adding texture and cohesion,” says Ky.

The kitchen’s Bora S Pure Induction Cooktop with Integrated Extractor also gets a nod, while Andrew enjoys the statement Paul Agnew Designs fireplace. “Coming home to our new place fills us with so much joy.”

The sign of a well-executed project is when the homeowner declares, “It’s hard to choose just one favourite thing!” But when pressed, Justine names a few highlights. “I adore my walk-in wardrobe – it’s divine and even has built-in speakers, making getting ready a joy,” she says.

The window seat in the walk-in wardrobe is upholstered in Mokum ‘Pueblo’ jute fabric from James Dunlop Textiles, and the ‘Fikile’ chair is from Uniqwa Collections. 

Renovation lessons learnt

While this wasn’t the first home that Justine and Andrew have built together, they were reminded of the importance of surrounding themselves with the right people. “Having our dream team in place meant no costly mistakes and the process felt collaborative rather than stressful,” says Justine.

“Along the way, the inevitable challenges were quickly resolved because everyone was just a phone call away.” Being flexible helped as well, as it meant the couple were able to quickly make alternative decisions when things weren’t going to plan.

The abode’s relaxed living zones flow outside, where an outdoor kitchen and alfresco meals area are made for entertaining. The dining table and chairs are from Uniqwa Collections. Cushions from Eadie Lifestyle dot the built-in seating for added comfort.

“He loves spending time in the garden, while I love cooking, so it’s a house that truly suits both our passions.” — Justine, homeowner

Bedrooms and bathrooms

A ‘Scala’ bath from ABI Interiors takes pride of place in the main ensuite bathroom. Studio Haus Co selected bejmat natural clay floor tiles from Di Lorenzo Tiles, and the vanity is in Mercadier microcement in Cocomilk and Dekton from Cosentino.

The downstairs bathroom sports ‘Superclassica SCB Beige’ floor tiles from House of Surfaces and ‘Bianca Casa’ mini bejmat wall tiles from Di Lorenzo Tiles. The wall lights were sourced from Gypset Cargo. 

Plush textures, such as in the Ravello bed linen, reign in the bedroom. ‘Cloud’ pendants from Ochre & Silk and a Uniqwa Collections ‘Sweni’ bench continue the look.

Source Book

Material selection & styling Studio Haus Co, studiohausco.com
Spatial planning Lowi Interiors, lowi.com.au
Builder Pro Design Building, prodesignbuilding.com.au

Joinery Trend Joinery, trendjoinery.com.au

Microcement Bespoke Plaster Finishes, bespokeplasterfinishes.au

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The married couple won the 2025 season of The Block, with their home securing an incredible anonymous bid of $3,410,000 and the couple leaving with a $420,000 profit and the $100,000 prize money.

According to the Herald Sun, the anonymous bidder is planning to rent the home out on Airbnb. In conversation with the publication, The Block auctioneer Mark Nunn explained that “they will use it as an Airbnb.”

“So, from the early new year, you will be able to have a weekend up there.”

“And it will be popular too, very popular on the Airbnb market.”

While we don’t know what visitors will have to pay for a stay at the luxe property, similar stays in Daylesfords can set you back more than $2000 for a weekend visit.

When you look back at their beautiful Block home, it’s no wonder the couple had such success. From their luxurious main bedroom to their impressive living and dining and super sweet children’s rooms, it feels like the Western Australian police pair have nailed almost every space.

Take a look through every amazing room from their winning home.

See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

Every room from Britt and Taz’s Block house

Bathroom

Britt and Taz delivered an organic modern bathroom layered with warmth and texture. Shaynna praised the tactile mix: “I love the fluting, I love the texture on the floor… it feels elevated.” Darren was on board with the clever use of Grafico wallpaper, calling it a smart and stylish shortcut: “I’m all for wallpapers, especially if they’re a vinyl paper like this in a bathroom.”

While there were plenty of positives, the layout drew criticism. “It’s a good bathroom but it’s not great,” said Marty. “The shower screen feels miniscule… spatially incorrect.” Shaynna felt the vertical towel rails were impractical, while the cooler-toned nickel tapware didn’t quite align with the warm, rustic feel. 

Still, moments like the curved shelf and light timber tones tied it back to the exterior. “That shelf all the way around with the curve is absolutely stunning,” said Shaynna.

Kid’s bedrooms

Britt and Taz’s children’s bedrooms won the week’s room reveals. Their first room was for an older child and featured a statement curved feature wall that represented the rolling hills of Daylesford. The room won all of the judges’ hearts, with even Marty complimenting the couple’s “artistic flair.” Shaynna also said the room achieved the right modern country look that they were looking for. 

The judges were even more impressed with the couple’s second kid’s bedroom, which was designed for two younger children and featured gorgeous plaid wallpaper on two of the walls. Darren complimented the couple’s colour palette, describing it as “neutral but interesting.” 

The judges also liked the room’s more playful features, such as the mini basketball hoop and bench seat soccer goals, with Marty explaining that it’s “full of whimsy and play, and the mood that you want to set with a kid’s room that doesn’t feel juvenile.” Marty also complimented the couple by comparing their style to Steph and Gian, before stating that it was his favourite room of the day. 

Main bathroom

Britt and Taz aimed for a relaxing retreat with distinct zones. “I hope the judges notice the distinct wet and dry areas and the spa vibe we’re going for,” says Britt. Shaynna noted, “There’s a lot to take in here,” while Marty commented, “It certainly feels a lot smaller than the other two because they’ve got nibs on both sides. It’s two rooms.”

Darren appreciated the separation, saying, “This one does feel very definitively like two spaces… but I really like the massive vanity. It’s very peaceful and tranquil.” Shaynna observed, “That’s a lot of real estate for two showers,” while Marty pointed out the absence of a bath, adding, “That space is bigger than this space, and this is where you’re spending the majority of your time.”

Despite the layout, Marty was critical of the styling: “I feel like I’m sitting in an upmarket abattoir… It’s cold, it’s scary. It’s got a bad feeling in here.” Darren, however, praised its calmness: “I love it. All of this works really beautifully.” Shaynna felt the concept was strong but said, “It doesn’t feel high end. I love the concept, but it falls short.”

Main bedroom

Britt and Taz’s use of warm neutrals and plush furnishings helped them win the main bedroom week. As the judges walked in, they described feeling like they “travelled in on a cloud,” with Darren describing the space as “very elegant and sophisticated.”

The judges also complimented the layout, which positioned the bed in the middle of the room with two roomy walkways on either side. While many teams got the size of their main bedroom rugs wrong, Marty noted that Brit and Taz chose “the right rug on the right carpet.” Similarly, their timber bench seat was another good decision with Marty stating, “it’s so Daylesford and makes it feel cosy.”

Britt and Taz, incorporated luxurious Freedom Wardrobes islands into their walk-in-robes, transforming the wardrobe space into fully functional dressing rooms. With crisp white cabinetry, a light-filled dressing table area and a glamorous chandelier, the space oozes elegance. The judges loved the design of their walk-in-robe but pointed out that the drawer handles were the wrong way around.

Living and dining

Featuring a timber paneled ceiling with striking skylights, a cosy stone clad wall, rendered fireplace and built-in-benchseat, Britt and Taz’s living and dining space is what set them apart from the other teams in the competition.

“Look at that ceiling,” says Marty as he walked into the room. Shaynna agreed, stating “this is something that you’d come to Daylesford for, that connects with the landscape. It is so appropriate for this area. I feel like I’m home. It’s quite evangelical.”

While the judges loved the warm neutral palette and clever use of materials, they were more critical of the room’s layout.

“This feels like it’s in the wrong spot,” Marty said of the sofa’s position. “It is about that view, it is about the flow and right now we’ve got the barrier. Change that barrier and this is an amazing lounge room.”

“For me, this would be a 10, out of the park, if they got the furniture placement right,” agreed Shaynna.

Rumpus

For their rumpus room, Britt and Taz made the controversial choice to create a pilates room. Draped with billowy white curtains across the walls and ceiling, the space featured two full-sized reformer machines and a fully stocked drinks fridge. While the execution was undeniably beautiful, the judges weren’t convinced it was the right choice.

 “I wasn’t expecting a gym,” Shaynna said as she walked into the room. All three judges agreed that a pilates room was too niche of a choice to sacrifice a second living space for. While the judges may not have loved the decision, only the auctions will tell if the choice paid off.

Kitchen

“This is absolutely breathtaking. The big drama of this timber panel roof,” gushed judge Darren Palmer, as he stepped into Britt and Taz’s kitchen. Marty grounded the praise in practicality: “It plays into the market of Daylesford.” Shaynna summed it up: “It says country, but still elevated.”

The result? A kitchen that feels equal parts grand gesture and heart-of-the-home, perfectly attuned to its regional setting.

Guest suite

Britt and Taz spent the guest suite week painstakingly staining their timber wall panelling – a move that unfortunately didn’t pay off with the judges.

“The wall pannelling is a bit odd,” Marty said as he stepped into the room. “It’s not as polished as the rest of the other rooms.”

Shaynna agreed that the wall pannelling was too rustic for the home, while Darren argued that at least it suits the Daylesford country style.

Butler’s pantry, laundry and garage

Winners of the week Britt and Taz impressed with a clever floorplan that kept their laundry and butler’s pantry separate but perfectly functional. Expansive Freedom Kitchens joinery and a coffee machine surrounded by earthy surfaces wowed the judges. “Look at the use of that Dekton up the wall, it feels expansive and expensive,” said Darren.

Marty called it “classy, sophisticated and timeless”, while a commercial-grade washer and dryer from E&S nailed the practical brief.

Alfresco

Britt and Taz opted for an over-the-top outdoor kitchen that left no space for a lounge area, while their speakeasy-style shed raised eyebrows over compliance. The sheds should be designed for no more than about 40 minutes of use – yet a beautiful bar stocked with liquor could tempt guests to linger for longer.

Backyard and pool

Britt and Taz’s garden was full of great features but the overall effect felt too busy. The arbours particularly, didn’t seem to add anything but visual noise to the garden. While they will look beautiful once the star jasmine grows, the amount of them feels too overwhelming for a calm space.

Front facade

Britt and Taz has had an extremely successful Block season but their lack of plantings let their front yard down this week.

“It looks like an industrial shed and does not match the level of luxury that is sitting behind these walls,” Marty explained.

While Shaynna loved the timber cladding, she also wished there was more foliage to create privacy. Marty went so far as to describe the area as “kitty litter with mulch.”

Despite this, the couple redeemed themselves with a stunning garage door featuring beautiful Indigenous artworks.

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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The site was reportedly purchased earlier this week from former professional race car driver, Rusty French. French originally acquired the land for $2.8 million back in 2007. The sale follows years of attempts to offload the property, including a recent sales campaign that proposed dividing it into 10 blocks. The plans included luxury homes featuring pools, rammed earth walls, and high-end finishes. However, it’s likely The Block team will make changes to the designs before filming begins.

According to realestate.com’s sources, OBrien Real Estate director Stavros Ambatzidis was the one to handle the sale with The Block. Ambatzidis was also rumoured to have been at the 2024 auction for Block, ultimately outbid by Adrian Portelli.

The Block is reported to have purchased six of the Mt Eliza sites, with four of the sites still listed $12.5m.

We’re looking forward to finding out more news about the next season. Meanwhile, here’s how the auction went down this year:

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

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Every room in Han and Can’s Block house

Main bathroom

Han and Can aimed for calm with a curvaceous, floor-to-ceiling tiled bathroom. “The design of our bathroom is a tranquil sanctuary with lots of rounded curves,” said Can. Darren agreed: “There’s something really soft about this place… it feels nice and soft and balanced.”

But the judges had concerns. Shaynna flagged that the vanity was too high and Darren noted it was especially impractical given the bathroom is next to the kids’ bedrooms: “It’s definitely going to be a challenge for any child under 13.”

Their industrial-style shower glass fittings also divided. “This could have looked so much better with a fixed piece of glass and nothing else,” said Marty. And while Darren loved the bath, he questioned the overall aesthetic: “I don’t think this is what the Daylesford market is going to respond to.”

Kids’ bedrooms

For their children’s bedrooms, Han and Can decided to design one room for a baby and one room for an older child. For their nursery, the girls went for a contemporary style with a sculptural feature wall made up of layered arches and integrated lighting. While Marty thought their glamorous nursery was “really cool,” Shaynna wasn’t so sure. 

“Love the cloud bed head, I think the arch is cute. I love the style of furniture. I adore this rug. Fun artwork but together it’s too much and it’s not functional,” Shaynna explained. “A baby is going to be standing up touching that light. A baby is not going to be drawing and it’s overwhelming.” 

Going for hardwood floors instead of carpet also didn’t work in their favour, with Darren not convinced that the floors were the best decision for a baby’s room. 

Han and Can’s second room, which was designed for an older child, featured a statement blue built-in bedhead nook – a detail that, according to the judges, didn’t pay off. This was mainly due to an error with crookedness. Despite this, Darren said the idea was still something to be commended on. 

Main ensuite

Han and Can’s main ensuite made a bold statement with its amber resin bath and matching basins. Can described the design as centred on making the bathtub the hero of the space, calling it “a sanctuary.” Marty and Darren praised the drama and theatre it brought.

Marty noted the ensuite balanced boldness with calmness, calling it “a punch in the face with this beautiful calmness throughout,” which Darren clarified is “a punch in the face with a velvet glove”. Shaynna expressed pride in the team’s delivery after an unfinished first bathroom.

Darren felt the colour scheme, including the peachy salmon paint, was “very bright” and could be “toned down a notch”. Despite this, he commended the thoughtful planning around details, positioning, and functionality.

Main bedroom

The boldest main bedroom choice came from Han and Can, who painted their built-in bed nook a bright blue. Unfortunately, this didn’t pay off, with Darren describing the colour as “abrasive.”

“It’s so intense and it’s actually throwing off everything else that we see in here,” Darren said. After the reveal, the dup painted over the blue in a more muted shade of cocoa. 

Living & dining room

Han and Can’s living and dining area impressed the judges. “I hope they love the Venetian plaster and the floor-to-ceiling wine vault,” says Can. The pearlescent fireplace drew praise from Marty as “a beautiful application”, while the subtle pops of colour prevented it from feeling beige. “The artwork brings energy, the pearlescent brings energy… Han and Can, you’ve grown up,” said Shaynna.

The Christian Cole mountain-ash dining table delivered the room’s knockout moment. Shaynna loved “those spheres underneath, just magical”. Though the lounge felt “a bit squashed,” the verdict was clear: “They’ve nailed the foundations,” Darren said, as Shaynna crowned the pair “the dark horse” of the competition.

Rumpus room

For their rumpus room, Han and Can opted for a movie theatre style space that revolves around the TV. This saw the girls go with an oversized curved couch that allows you to see the TV no matter where you’re sitting, heavy curtains for blocking out light and their signature backlit arches around the TV, making it the focal point of the room.

Their choices paid off, with all three judges being fans of the space. “It’s a room that the entire family will enjoy,” Marty Fox explained. “From a marketing perspective, this really fits every single person that will come to stay at this house.” 

Kitchen

Han and Can’s kitchen was highly praised by Marty, who felt it oozed class and a high-end feeling that would attract buyers. It features a luxe stone on the benchtop and splashback, with Freedom Kitchens joinery and dedicated area for drinks.

The sleek curves on the cooktop niche and rangehood are reminiscent of the showstopping kitchen in Kyal and Kara’s Bay Builds home.

Guest rooms

For their guest suite, Han and Can went with a red theme. The room featured one of their signature built-in fluted wall panel, an arched bed head and a small study nook.

The study nook ended up dividing the judges, with Shaynna not being a fan of the design.

“It’s a holiday environment,” Shaynna said. “Do you want to sit in a corner in a little poky area and do your office work?”

Darren, however, was a fan of the design, saying, “If you are going to put a work from home space in here – a space for someone to retreat to and have a board meeting – that’s a good place for it.”

Mudroom, powder room and garage

Han and Can’s mudroom nailed both beauty and practicality, with shoe pigeon holes, generous hanging space and plenty of storage. “That’s what you want, an upholstered seat,” said Darren, admiring the comfortable built-in bench.

Shaynna noted the home was never truly a Daylesford-style residence with the girls at the helm – it just happened to be in Daylesford, which no longer felt like a drawback. Their pretty powder room was a case in point, with glorious rose tones and glimmering gold accents.

Alfresco

For their alfresco area, Han and Can created a raised desk with a built-in barbeque and lounge area. They added a giant outdoor television for watching sports and a dining table for entertaining.

Backyard and pool

Han and Can’s garden felt more ornamental than practical, with large boulders and a huge Japanese arbour. A large amount of space was given to the pavers leading down the pool, which felt somewhat wasteful.

“It has a lot of rock, a lot of pavers. It’s hard for kids to run around, they can trip,” Marty commented on the area. “It has a harsher feel.”

The busyness extended to the pool area, where Shaynna and Marty both commented on the checkerboard tile boarding the pool. Marty said that it would be better if it was just plain and that “the fourth material is just too much.”

Front facade

For their front facade, Han and Can’s decision to install a large Japanese-style arbor over their driveway didn’t quite pay off. The striking structure makes a bold statement, but it feels a little too imposing for a residential home.

Marty explained that the arbor could be off-putting to buyers. “That is what you see the moment you come to this home. It hits you in the face,” he said.

For more details, see the real-estate listing for The Block House 2 by Han and Can.

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

Take a tour of all The Block holiday houses so far

Week 1: Main bathroom reveals

Week 2: Guest bedroom reveals

Week 3: Main ensuite reveals

Week 4: Kids bedroom reveals

Week 5: Main bedrooms and walk-in robe reveals

Week 6: Kitchen reveals

Week 7: Guest ensuite reveals

Week 8: Living and dining reveals

Week 9: Office and rumpus room reveals

Week 10: Laundry and guest bedroom reveals

Week 11: Backyard and pool reveals

Week 12: Front yard and facade reveals

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See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

Arriving five weeks early and just a few weeks before auction day, Bailey made his debut right as his parents’ other big project came to a close on our screens. Here, we take a closer look at the beautiful home they created.

The Block 2025 team Emma and Ben’s house

Main bathroom

Emma and Ben’s main bathroom brought calming, spa-like vibes to The Block, with a curved nib wall, built-in shower seat and a generous wet area. “I wanted it to be spa vibes,” said Emma. “Green, inviting, mood lighting.”

Marty admired the functionality, calling the double sink and spacious layout a “massive tick” for resale. While he noted the nib wall was “a little bit rough”, overall, the room landed well. “It’s a cracker of a room,” said Darren, who has “really high hopes” for the experienced duo.

Kids’ rooms

Emma and Ben took inspiration from their own teenage years for their first kid’s bedroom, which featured a statement circular niche with built-in shelving, skateboard hooks and a timber bench seat. The judges were divided on the room, with Darren and Shaynna both being very impressed by the depth of colour, timber details and built-in niche but Marty not being a fan. “These pendants are really throwing the room. It’s got this fluorescent tone and it’s just not warm and cosy,” he said. 

The second kid’s room, this time designed for a younger girl, was more to his taste. “This is a lot softer. A lot more Daylesford. Love the double beds, the colour…there’s a richness to the room.” 

Overall, Darren described the room as high-level, photographable, with beautiful proportions and gorgeous architectural details. “They really know what they’re doing and it shows” he said. 

Main ensuite

 The curved wall and rich maroon kit kat tiles stood out as the bathroom’s showpiece, complemented by the striking maroon Grafico wallpaper. Marty praised the colour: “That’s beautiful,” while Darren called it mid-century western and said, “I really love it.”

Marty highlighted the spacious shower and double vanity as ideal for buyers. Shaynna summed it up: “They are my number one right now.” The only critique was a missing downlight over the mirrors.

Main bedroom and walk-in robe

With a textured wall, full-length sheer curtains and pops of sage green and burgundy, the main bedroom was a hit. The fireplace in the opposite corner sealed the deal.

Emma and Ben incorporated Freedom Wardrobes islands into their walk-in robe, with the judges describing it as a “really luxurious size”.

Living and dining

A light, bright space with a functional sitting area and fireplace, with a dining table running parallel to the kitchen.

Kitchen

Emma and Ben’s kitchen was the quiet achiever, with lovely warm Freedom Kitchens cabinetry, herringbone floorboards and green accents.

The dedicated spaces for prepping drinks was a nice touch that made the space feel elevated and functional.

Guest suite

Any visitors to the Block home created by Emma and Ben are in for a treat, with plenty of calming green and an overall good layout.

The kitchenette is decked put with everything you could need to make a cuppa or heat up something in your own space.

Back of house

Emma and Ben’s laundry and butler’s pantry had Freedom Kitchens shelving for storage and an expansive benchtop. There was just a question about why two sinks were included so close to each other.

It was a cosy, warm wonderland in teh mudroom – if only they had upholstered the seat.

Just as they did in their previous bathroom, rich maroon made the powder room feel sumptuous.

Alfresco terrace and shed

They went with moody dark colours mixed with maroon foliage and gentle green plants in the terrace, alongside a barbecue area.

They put a golf simulator in their shed, going for the novelty play.

Backyard

With roughly 80% of the plantings being native species, Emma and Ben’s garden felt like an extension of the surrounding environment. Even the bricks around the pool were carefully chosen to match the mulch, giving the entire area a cohesive look.

The smaller fire pit worked in their favour, allowing the space to blend into the rest of the garden and reducing visual fragmentation. All of the judges loved the space, with Marty saying “this screams Daylesford.”

Front facade

The judges loved the simplicity of Emma and Ben’s front façade, noting how their garage door seamlessly blended with the rest of the home.

“Because the black alpine facade feel is so strong, I love the fact that they’ve picked a very simplistic garage door. Because everything is about the planting of the greenery against that black,” the judges explained.

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

For more details, see the real-estate listing for The Block House 1 by Emma and Ben.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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Other decent winnings went to Sonny and Alicia (with a house sale of $3.06 million and $120,000 profit) and Robby and Mat (with a house sale of $3,099,999 and $109,999 profit). Less lucky were Emma and Ben and Han and Can, whose homes were passed in as they failed to receive high enough bids.

Auction order is always seen as crucial. Surprisingly, the teams were quite reasonable in discussions and an order was unanimously agreed on. With Britt and Taz’s home having five registered bidders (the most of all teams) it made sense for them to go first, followed in order of those most likely to sell based on buyer interest.

Things were a little tense when the teams found out the reserves were a whopping $2.99 million (less 50k for Sonny and Alicia who won in week 12). It seemed like an insurmountable feat for all five homes to sell above the $3 million mark given the current Daylesford market.

See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

It was actually a new bidder who bought the house with the highest profit and Britt and Taz had mixed emotions about it as they wanted everyone to walk away as winners. “I thought our auction set the tone for everyone else. We took it upon ourselves to do that, and we were shocked more than anything. We had worked as a team right to the end, so it’s just a bit hard for us to see what has happened today.”

Other big bidders included IT entrepreneur Danny Wallis who bought Robby and Mat’s house, while Frank Valentic, Director of Advantage Property Consulting, bought Sonny and Alicia’s house. One other serial Block bidder who didn’t make an appearance was Adrian Portelli. After scooping up all five of The Block houses in 2024 and vowing never to return, the billionaire entrepreneur kept that promise.

Despite not winning anything on the day, host Scott Cam reassured there’s still hope for the empty-handed contestants: “We filmed with them for three months and got to know all of them so well, but unfortunately Em and Ben and Han and Can weren’t able to do it today. But they still have the opportunity to be rewarded for their hard work as the houses go back on the market.”

The Block 2025 results at a glance

• 1st: Britt and Taz’s house (Sold for $3.41m / Won $420,000 + $100k prize money)
• 2nd: Sonny and Alicia’s house (Sold for $3.06m / Won $120,000)
• 3rd: Robby and Mat’s house (Sold for $3,099,999m / Won $109,999)
• Passed in: Emma and Ben (Bid on at $2.97m then vendor bid of $3.10m)
• Passed in: Han and Can (Vendor bid of $3.10m)

Who won The Block 2025?

Here’s how the hammer fell on auction day.

1st place: Britt and Taz (House 3)

The “wellness house” complete with Pilates room, sauna and spas aplenty was tastefully done with creams, timber and lots of texture. The parents-of-two were the first up in the bidding and it went swimmingly. “It’s phenomenal to walk away with a reward like this for all the hard work we have put into it. This is life-changing for us, it’s incredible. It’s our mortgage paid off,” said Britt and Taz.

Auction order: 1st

Reserve: $2.99m

Sale price: $3.410m

Profit/prize money: $420,000 + $100k prize money

2nd place: Sonny and Alicia (House 4)

This married couple from Queensland may not have had any registered bidders to begin with, but they did have the advantage of a $50,000 reduced reserve at $2.94 million. This helped them, along with a strategic starting vendor bid of $3.05 million. It went for $3.06 million, securing them $120,000 in profit. “We can’t be happier,” said Sonny. “We’re better off than when we came here,” added Alicia. “I’m proud of us.”

Auction order: 4th

Reserve: $2.94 million (reduced by $50k from week 12 win)

Sale price: $3.06m

Profit/prize money: $120,000

3rd place: Robby and Mat (House 5)

Second in the auction order, this may have helped the friends from South Australia out. Celebrity auctioneer Tom Panos was calling the shots and VIP bidder Danny Wallis snapped up this pair’s home at $3,099,999

Auction order: 2nd

Reserve: $2.99m

Sale price: $3,099,999

Profit/prize money: $109,999

Passed in: Emma and Ben (House 1)

Things slowed for new parents Em and Ben, whose house was the fourth auctioned. Bidding stalled at just $2.97 million (short of the reserve), then the auction was dramatically paused. In hopes of reinvigorating things, a vendor bid of $3.10 million was placed, but there was no further interest and the house was passed in. After just having their baby Bailey a month before, it was tough to see this couple disappointed. “It’s devastating,” said Ben. Their home will now enter a post-auction negotiation period.

Auction order: 3rd

Reserve: $2.99 million 

Sale price: Bid on at $2.97m then vendor bid of $3.10m 

Profit/prize money: Passed in

Passed in: Han and Can (House 2)

Last in the auction order was Han and Can’s house. Things began with a vendor bid of $3.1 million but there was no bidding action and sadly the house by the couple from WA was passed in.

Auction order: 5th

Reserve: $2.99 million 

Sale price: Vendor bid of $3.10m

Profit/prize money: Passed in

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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But the couple can finally leave the challenges of the competition behind, with their Block house 4 receiving a successful bid of $3,060,000 from Frank Valentic, Director of Advantage Property Consulting. This means the Queensland couple are taking home a profit of $120,000.

Now that they have completed their Block journey, it’s time to look back at every room from Sonny and Alicia’s Block house Four.

See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

Every room from Sonny and Alicia’s Block House

Bathroom

Sonny and Alicia took a bold approach with their bathroom, ditching the shower screen for a seamless wet area and opting for a timber vanity over traditional stone. “This is different,” said Marty, noting the space’s distinct mood. Darren was especially taken: “The colour of the tapware – bronze, bronze, bronze – I’m besotted with this bathroom.”

The natural palette and styling choices helped ground the design in its setting. “This is feeling a little bit more Daylesford,” said Marty. “Having that timber stool just adds that warmth and natural beauty.”

Shaynna loved the direction overall, despite a few missteps: “The colour palette is amazing… I feel really strongly about their direction.” But issues like misaligned tile cuts, vertical towel rails and a basin that was too high held the room back from perfection.

Kid’s bedrooms

Alicia and Sonny took inspiration from their own three children for their kids’ bedrooms, designing a room for a teenage girl and a room for two younger boys. For the boy’s bedroom, the couple took inspiration from the surrounding countryside and went with a luxurious equestrian theme and dark blue plaid wallpaper. 

The couple’s teenage girl’s bedroom was praised for its thoughtful use of colour, with soft pink walls paired with a playful pink plaid wallpaper behind the bed. “That’s the application of colour I was hoping to see next door,” Darren said as he walked in.

While the judges loved the room, they didn’t think that it necessarily felt like a kid’s bedroom, deciding that “it’s a solid room but not on brief.” 

Main bathroom

Alicia and Sonny’s main ensuite features a poured concrete Nood Co bath and matching basins in olive green, complemented by large slab tiles from Beaumont. Darren admired the look: “Ooh la la,” he said, while Shaynna called the bath “absolute heaven,” praising the visible ripples in the concrete and smooth interior. She added, “This is the best styling I’ve seen today.”

Main bedroom

Sonny and Alicia opted for a feature wall in their main bedroom, made up a wallpaper designed by Alicia herself. This design was complimented by timber walk-in wardrobes and chocolate brown curtains that ran along the wall to wall windows.

Living and dining

Sonny and Alicia’s living and dining room reveal left the Block judges disappointed. The biggest sticking point for the judges was the placement of the fireplace. Instead of making it a striking feature at the entry, Sonny and Alicia put it on the wall beside the future kitchen – a move that made little design sense.

Another major flaw was how the pair arranged the dining and lounge areas. By pushing the dining table too close to the living zone, they effectively boxed themselves in and made the entire room feel smaller than it really was.

Rumpus

Sonny and Alicia’s big squashy sofa, built-in-bookshelves and stash of boardgames gave their room the feeling of a classic family rumpus room – and we love that about it. The couple elevated the space by colour drenching the room in a warm red, which wrapped it in that extra layer of cosiness and made it feel like a completely seperate space. We can definitely imagine bunking down in there with a good book or boardgame on a cold Daylesford evening.

Kitchen

A couple with their own strong vision, Sonny and Alicia, went bold with a moody palette, layering Freedom’s new Baltic Blue cabinetry with deep tones and luxe finishes. Realtor judge Marty Fox wasn’t convinced, but we found ourselves smitten – and so did design maven Shaynna Blaze. “It’s gorgeous,” she declared.

Guest suite

Sonny and Alicia’s plum colour-drenched guest suite brought the drama. Sonny and Alicia also chose to skip a kitchenette in their space, instead opting for just a bar fridge and coffee-making station, which felt like the perfect option for the space. Since guests aren’t exactly going to be cooking up a storm, the larger kitchenettes felt a little excessive.

Laundry

Alicia and Sonny scored points for the clever inclusions in their combined butler’s pantry and laundry, with a drying cabinet and a well-placed fridge adding real practicality.

But the judges saved their biggest praise for the powder room. “That is stunning,” said Shaynna. “That is something you’d see in a high-end house or high-end hotel.” Marty agreed, calling it “unfaultable”.

Alfresco terrace

Alicia and Sonny claimed the runner-up spot with a relaxed lounge area, a sink, pizza oven and barbecue – enough for easy entertaining without tipping into extravagance. “I’m at rancho relaxo,” said Marty, settling into their cosy outdoor seating from Freedom.

Backyard and pool

Out of all the backyards, Sonny and Alicia’s was the most understated, and that’s exactly why it works so well. There’s plenty of lawn for the kids to run around on and an abundance of space for functions. While the pool fence stands out, once the plants grow in, it will virtually disappear. Compared to the other backyards, it feels more laid back and suited to country life.

Front facade

Sonny and Alicia came out on top for the simplicity of their front yard design. While they didn’t use a huge number of plantings, the couple were praised for choosing the right ones.

“I love the rawness of the fence, I love the rawness of the bricks,” Shaynna said, while Darren describing it as a “simple and sophisticated pallate,” and a “perfect Aussie backyard at a luxe level.”

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

For more details, see the real-estate listing for The Block House 4 by Sonny and Alicia.

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Keep scrolling to see every room from Robby and Mat’s successful Block house 5.

See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

Every room in Robby and Mat’s Block house

Bathroom

Robby and Mat delivered the winning main bathroom with a contemporary country vibe, featuring a curved mirrored cabinet, gunmetal tapware and a fluted shower screen.

The huge skylight running the length of the room flooded the space with natural light, creating a bright, open feel. “They’ve really created this void, lighting the right spot,” said Marty. “This is some of the best work I’ve seen.”

The warm, creamy palette caught the judges’ attention too. “It’s like a soft foamy latte,” said Darren. “This is the Goldilocks room,” where everything looks just right together. Shaynna praised the practicality, noting the vanity was at the “right height” and the rich timber tones balance the look. Darren added, “The lines are perfect… they have an eye for detail, finesse and style that fits this house and the market.”

Kid’s bedrooms

When planning their kids’ bedrooms, Robbie and Mat were initially concerned about incorporating their striped bedhead – a design that the judges hadn’t warmed to – into their space.

They got off to a promising start with their first bedroom, which was designed for two younger children. In this room, the judges appreciated the use of Hardie Groove panelling, describing it as bringing a “country and cosy,” vibe to the room. Unfortunately, Darren also noted that the difficulty of painting the grooves in the time frame slightly let them down. 

The team’s second bedroom, however, wasn’t as well received, with Shaynna describing the very beige space as “the room that nan comes into when she looks after the kids.”

Marty suggested that they could have tied the bedhead into a more nautical look rather than leaning into a bland palette. “The fact that it’s beige actually doesn’t help it at all,” Darren said. 

Main bathroom

Robby and Mat’s main ensuite impressed with its sophisticated, hotel-inspired vibe. Darren was immediately taken by the grasscloth wallpaper, quipping, “You had me at grasscloth paper. Vinyl grasscloth paper, I presume.” Marty called the space “very international” and “chic”, praising the layout and luxurious feel.

While the bathroom ticks all the functional boxes, Shaynna felt it lacked personality, saying, “I don’t feel the bravery in here and I don’t feel the soul.” She also described the styling as “a bit cliché” and suggested it needs “less clutter and less cliché.”

Despite these critiques, Marty emphasised the strong buyer appeal: “Quiet luxury is something people gravitate to… It’s so saleable.” He noted a double shower would have made the ensuite perfect but acknowledged the overall design works well.

Main bedroom

When it came to main bedroom week, the judges were divided on Mat and Robby’s space.

“I’m a major fan of a four-poster bed. I just think that feels so country,” Darren said. “I love that we’ve got timber, the matching bedsides are gorgeous. The colour palette feels very Australiana to me and that, in my opinion, is a big plus.” 

While Shaynna agreed with Darren’s comment about the four-poster bed, she ultimately felt like it was the wrong spot for it. Shaynna and Marty also critiqued the size of the rug, which they described as too small, and thought the boys should have added a fireplace to the bedroom like the other teams did.

For their walk-in-wardrobe space, Robby and Mat opted for cool walnut coloured Freedom Kinsman wardrobes. While the judges complimented the overall aesthetic, they were disspointed the space didn’t have an island like some of the other rooms did.

Living and dining

Living and dining room week saw Robby and Mat come out on top, with the judges describing the modern country space as “exactly hitting the brief.”

“The flooring is absolutely divine,” Shaynna said.”The sheers are absolutely gorgeous. The roofline is beautiful. Those beautiful pendants are absolutely stunning.” 

The judges particularly complimented the layout, with Marty stating that is was “The right allocation of space.”

“This is a big communal home. You need a conversation pit so people can sit and interact with each other. This layout is perfect,” Marty explained. “No matter where you’re sitting in this room you can appreciate the architecture and liveability of this room. They can market it as the most liveable house.”

Rumpus

Robby and Mat’s rumpus room was one of their more controversial designs, with the judges not being huge fans of the space’s light tropical theme. “This room doesn’t draw you in. It’s not warm. It’s not Daylesford” said Marty.

Shaynna agreed, explaining that “the styling is wrong. The colour scheme is wrong.” Other comments included the boys “not understanding the value of a second living space” and the room having “zero emotions.”

It wasn’t the best week for the boys but they certainly turned it around the week after.

Kitchen

Kitchen Week was another win for Robby and Mat, whose choice of light timber, pops of soft green and a generous island wowed the judges.

“I feel like I’m walking into a country estate. It’s gorgeous,” Shaynna said. Marty agreed, explaining that “it’s so country. That’s got to be the most Daylesford kitchen we’ve seen today.”

The boys decision to flip the position of the kitchen so that it runs parallel to the dining room was also approved by the judes, with Darren commenting on the “lovely physical flow of the space.”

Cleverly, they also added a secret Murphy door so that you can directly access the kitchen from the main bedroom suite.

Guest suite

For their guest suite, Robby and Mat opted for a green-themed space with desert botanical wallpaper. While the room’s aesthetic wasn’t harshly criticised, their desicion to forgo a kitchenette was debated between the judges.

While Shaynna and Marty believed the lack of kitchenette let down the space, Darren disagreed.

“If I was designing this house, I don’t know if I would put a kitchenette in either,” Darren said. It’s certainly a great value add, but day to day, this does everything that I would want it to do.”

Butler’s pantry

Robby and Mat went with a stylish light timber for their room butler’s pantry, featuring plenty of storage and a generous sink.

Laundry

The green theme extended into the couple’s laundry, where a large bench seat with under seat storage and a stylish splashback was a winner.

Powder room

The tropical wall-papered powder room isn’t for everyone but we can’t deny that it makes a statement.

Alfresco

Robby and Mat’s laid back outdoor terrace went down a treat with the judges, with their timber dining setting and built-in barbecue providing everything that a family needs.

Wine cellar

After months of anticipation, Robby and Ma finally uncorked the doors to their long-awaited wine cellar.

The Block judges were unanimous in their praise, each awarding a perfect 10. “This is insane,” said Shaynna. “Look at the joinery. This is the perfect wine cellar.” Darren agreed, saying, “They swung hard and this is a home run.”

Pool and backyard

Robby and Mat’s backyard had plenty of great features, including a beautiful 25-year-old tree, raised garden beds and a swimming pool with a clever shade cover. What the garden didn’t need, however, was an oversized fireplace with factory-like chimneys blocking the view of the pool.

Marty immediately brought up the fireplace as a safety issue, explaining “from the deck and from a family perspective, not being able to see the kids in the pool is a concern and I think people will recognise that when they come here.”

Front facade

Robby and Mat’s front facade design was described as the “quintessential Daylesford farmhouse,” with their native garden being a highlight of the design.

Landscaper Dave explained that the garden was “probably the most sustainable landscape on the block,” with plenty of native plantings from the local area and a low maintenance design.

While Darren was initially underwhelmed at the junior plantings that he though reflected a “dwinding budget,” he admitted “I can see once it’s done it’s going to be breathtakingly beautiful.”

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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See all of The Block 2025 homes:

House 1: Emma and Ben

House 2: Han and Can

House 3: Britt and Taz

House 4: Sonny and Alicia

House 5: Robby and Mat

House 6: Home Beautiful

Inspired by (and virtually situated in) the historic rural Victorian town of Daylesford, we have created a vision for the kind of home we would design and build in this bucolic setting. Our team was kindly invited to visit before The Block 2025 went to air, and it got our creative juices flowing!

Granted, we’re not under the same time pressures and budget constraints as The Block contestants, but, like them, we are armed with buckets of enthusiasm and a team of experts from Freedom and Kinsman to learn from as we answer the question, “What would you do?”

Each week, we are putting our own moodboards and ideas into action – visualising how the Home Beautiful Block house would look. We are creating a colour scheme and moodboard for each room and decorating with our favourite furniture and homewares. We’ve then had a little fun with AI to prompt the creation of each room and watch our ideas come to life in 3D renders.

Follow along with us as we join the teams in their endeavour each week on The Block and create, room by room, Home Beautiful House 6 in Daylesford.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

The look and feel of the Home Beautiful House

A country setting calls for a quiet, neutral exterior to envelope an interior colour palette of soft colours inspired by the bush – think soft greens, warm whites and earthy clay tones. Metallic detailing and tapware finishes are in aged brass and bronze, while timber features throughout in whitewashed and smoked oak tones. We’re layering texture with flooring in herringbone patterns – timber, tile and terracotta bricks for added visual warmth. Generous mullioned steel windows welcome the surrounding countryside into our imagined home through large openings, flanked by sheer curtains that offer warmth and privacy without hindering scenic views.

In the bedrooms, we’re adding lush fabrics to windows and bedding in quality linens and timeless patterns – bespoke upholstery, heavy curtains and elegant accent cushions nestled into overstuffed armchairs. The luxury continues into the harder working rooms such as bathrooms with deep tubs, plush robes and warming tones and tapware. But wait until you see our kitchen! Read on to see House 6 unfold and tell us, what do you think?

Explore each room

• Kids’ room
• Main ensuite
• Main bedroom
• Living and dining room
• Rumpus room
• Kitchen
• Guest suite
• Laundry, mudroom & butler’s pantry
• Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Bathroom

As we’ve learnt from many an interior designer (as well as previous The Block winners Steph and Gian), having inspirational images helps create a cohesive space. This week, we looked no further than The Block alumni Carlene and Michael Duffy for our main bathroom vision and mood board. The use of timber, warm tones and rustic metallics is well-aligned with a home set in a country town like Daylesford. We took our cues from their Gold Coast home and are rather chuffed with the final result. Do you think it would pass muster with the judges?

Inspiration & moodboard

Room Reveal

Kids’ room

For our turn at the kids’ bedroom, the HB team took inspiration from the talented interior designer, Kate Walker and the beautiful kids’ bedroom she designed for this luxurious Mt Buller apartment. The warming sage green walls and fun, recessed bunk beds feel luxurious and a little magical, with the help of a sweet plaid carpet and an inviting upholstered window seat.

Inspiration & mood board

Room reveal

Main ensuite

While we can applaud the bravery of some of the teams, we didn’t include anything as daring as a party bath in our room. We’re going with a rustic-yet-refined Modern Farmhouse aesthetic and amber resin doesn’t quite align with the grand vision. For our ensuite, we took inspiration from a gorgeous country home in Byron Bay. The owners of this bathroom are interior sylist Ali Griffiths and Michael from Beukers Building, and we especially love their bathroom’s terracotta floor tiles. We admit, we might be playing it a tad safer than some of the teams, but at least it’s not giving “upmarket abattoir”… or is it?! Let us know what you think.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

Main bedroom

 Since we’re opting for a cosy Modern Farmhouse aesthetic, we naturally took inspiration from this charming country bedroom designed by Halvorsen Interiors. From the romantic four-poster bed to the layered soft textures and French doors opening onto the countryside, the room perfectly balances rustic warmth with romantic elegance.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

Walk-in wardrobe

For our walk-in-wardrobe, we had a chat to Kinsman, who helped us come up with the following beautiful design. Our dream walk-in robe would feature one of Kinsman’s luxurious statement islands, with Kinsman Camden Coastal Oak Woodmatt Cabinetry, Camden Amaro Smooth Cabinetry, Bronze Bar and a Sensa Taj Mahal by Cosentino Benchtop as our materials of choice.

Living and dining room

Our Modern Farmhouse look calls for layered natural textures and earthy tones in our living and dining room, inspired by The Block’s country setting. We took inspiration from this dreamy Cape Cod-style home by Stritt Design, bringing in stone accents, touches of green and a laidback yet elevated aesthetic. The key to standing out on The Block is finding a strong design direction and sticking to it.

Inspiration

Our mood board gave us a fun starting point for the look we wanted. With herringbone flooring, a Freedom dining chair and coffee table, and the Hills of Green framed print, we leaned into warm timbers and natural tones. To balance it out, we added contrast with the Rachel Donath fire screen (a splurge, but hey, this is a pretend room), a Trudon candle and Kate Nixon pleated vase, bringing in a touch of black and sculptural shapes to tie it all together. While there is contrast, all the elements feel part of one family rather than a mish-mash of random styles put together.

Mood board

Room reveal

For our living room design, we carefully considered the fireplace in relation to the seating. The layout encourages conversation in groups while making it easy to enjoy the crackling flames – or a TV, cleverly disguised as artwork when it’s off. From any seat, you can also take in the view outside the windows.

Rumpus room

When imagining how we’d use an extra room, the idea of escaping technology in favour of a cosy nook for reading and enjoying the view felt suited to the Modern Farmhouse look we are going for. For this reason, we took inspiration from a beautiful library located within a country home not far from Daylesford. Scroll on to explore our mood board, shop the pieces we’d pick and see how our room design turned out.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

Kitchen

For Kitchen Week, we couldn’t resist drawing inspiration from the best of The Block and beyond. We borrowed the bold, reimagined layouts of Britt & Taz and Robby & Mat, then layered in a little magic from former Block superstars Alisa and Lysandra. It’s warm, it’s textured and it’s got plenty of creamy colours with bronze accents.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

The result? A Block Kinsman kitchen that’s both comfortable and commanding. Think exposed beams for architectural drama, natural stone benchtops that feel timeless yet tactile, and just the right amount of gold glimmer for polish. It’s a space designed to work hard but also to welcome.

Guest suite

Since we’re going for a modern country aesthetic, we drew inspiration from the place we would love to stay – the UK’s luxurious Babington House in the Somerset countryside. The country cousin of London’s exclusive Soho House is just as indulgent as you would expect, complete with sumptuous bedding and deep soaking claw-foot tubs.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

For our guest suite, we wanted the room to exude the same indulgent feel of Babington House with a slightly more pared-back design better suited to Australia’s laid-back country style. To do so, we envisioned a space anchored by elegant architectural details, including a fireplace, coffered ceiling and parquetry flooring. The warm pops of mustard come from two comfy lounge chairs and a quilt on the bed. We imagine our guests would love to end the day soaking in a freestanding mint green tub.

Laundry, mudroom, butler’s pantry

 We focused on the laundry/mudroom space and stole inspiration from a stunning home in Byron Bay.

Inspiration

We’ll forever have this Byron Bay home on our vision board and are using it for our laundry/mudroom inspo this week, with its incredible terracotta brick floors, raw timber elements, white joinery and of course that incredible hinterland backdrop.

Mood board

Room reveal

Our interpretation? A laundry-meets-mudroom that’s a little bit rustic thanks to the tiling, softened by rattan inset detailing in the Kinsman cupboard joinery and Amaro Smooth cabinets on the left, for plenty of storage.

Butler’s pantry

Because it’s a modern farmhouse, we’ve also imagined a dedicated butler’s pantry for House 6, complete with a farmhouse sink, generous benchtops for food prep and more streamlined storage. Here, we’ve taken the terracotta flooring through from the mudroom and included wall-to-wall open shelving above rattan-front Kinsman cupboards. To echo our rumpus room library and, because there’s ample space, we added a wooden ladder for easy reach and to fulfil all of our dream home fantasies.

Room reveal

Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

This week, we’ve put our spin on an alfresco terrace with inspiration from a majestic Mornington Peninsula home. Setting the tone with light timber decking, comfortable Freedom furniture, the warmth of a wood fireplace, a dining table and a nearby fireplace and barbecue for easy entertaining, we can’t decide whether the  lush greenery or the game day-ready TV will ultimately steal the show.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

Our space combines comfortable lounges and a dining table with the warmth of a nearby fireplace, a barbecue for easy entertaining, lush greenery and a TV ready for game day.

Backyard and pool

For our backyard and pool design, we drew inspiration from the Mediteranean-inspired backyard of a Sunshine Coast home. In this backyard, a simple palette heroes the grand curves and clean lines of the elegant pool area and pool house, while the white and timber poolside furniture blends into the overall palette, creating a luxurious and cohesive look.

Inspiration

Mood board

Room reveal

For our backyard and pool, we wanted to embrace the contemporary luxury vibe of the Sunshine Coast backyard with a little Daylesford touch. To do so, we added a cosy firepit with a built in bench seat for those colder winter evenings. We also added some native plantings, soft lawn and fun fairy lights for an extra magical touch.

Front Facade

For our exterior and front garden, we took inspiration from a beautiful property in the Southern Highlands. With its crisp white façade, covered verandah, side gables and natural cedar shingles, it’s the picture of modern country charm.

Inspiration

Our mood board

Room reveal

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And Nicole has relocated a lot, along with husband, Adam, and daughters Nawal, 20, and Neve, 19. The family lived in Dubai and London before settling back in Australia almost a decade ago. “London was a great place for the girls to grow up,” she says.

“It’s a very cosmopolitan city. People say Sydney’s a melting pot, but London is a melting pot on steroids.” After an extensive search Down Under, Nicole and Adam found the perfect blank canvas of a house, just 200 metres from where Nicole grew up.

“When you move enough times, you know what you want,” she says. “I knew straight away I could make this house my own. There was something magical about it.”

The renovation

The modern five-bedroom manse was reduced to its bare bones and reimagined with timeless, Nicole-approved finishes — with help from architecture and interior design firm Felton Studio.

Nicole was drawn to the studio’s portfolio, attention to detail and that it is a family-run operation. “They’re just the nicest people to deal with,” she explains. “You hear these horror stories about renovating, but I would do it again tomorrow.”

Nicole coveted a formal entertainer’s home but also wanted guests to feel they could kick off their stilettos and flop onto the Baker sofa.

“I envisioned interiors that were classic in design, with dark timber floorboards and beautiful wainscoting — almost like a Dior showroom,” she explains. “But at the same time, I wanted it to feel ‘young’, and a home anyone would feel comfortable in.”

Adding the layers

To achieve this, Nicole layered her home with treasured, often edgy, artworks and décor, collected over her many years of globetrotting. The family room features an artwork by the English painter, Endless. “It’s of Queen Elizabeth, but her name is Lizzie Vuitton, and she’s poking her tongue out,” describes Nicole.

“I bought it from a street artist in London who delivered it to my house with a bandana over his mouth — it was just in a cheap frame. He was this young, cool kid, and was so excited that I’d bought it. He was eventually picked up by a big gallery, and his works are now worth a fortune.”

The colour scheme in the formal dining room was inspired by a pastel Limoges dinner set Nicole and Adam received as a wedding gift.

“I had spotted the set years earlier in Paris and dreamt one day it would take pride of place in my dining room,” she told Home Beautiful earlier this year. “I then matched the six colours to some linen fabric to create the chairs.”

So, when Nicole spotted gorgeous hydrangea photographs by Rachel Levy in a gallery in London, she knew they’d complement the palette perfectly. Also elevating her elegant dining room is the Swarovski chandelier Nicole sourced while living in Dubai.

Then, there’s the resplendent rug that sits between the formal dining and lounge, which Nicole bought in Beirut. It pops alongside a pink Troy Emery silky draped sculpture. “People comment every time they see them,” she says.

“We have framed, antique butterflies on the wall, which I bought from Portobello Road in London. I remember speaking to the girl who was selling it; it was from her great-grandfather’s collection. He was a Belgian lepidopterist.

It’s the memories, stories and places attached to these pieces that make a house a home,” explains Nicole. “While they might not mean something to everyone, they mean a lot to me.”

How Nicole lives

Yes, Nicole and Adam’s home is pretty from every POV, but it’s also highly functional. With a six-metre kitchen island bench and wide double ovens, the kitchen is a foodie’s dream.

“I’m the type of person who will either cook for the two of us, or cook for 24,” laughs Nicole, who hosts a cooking channel on YouTube with fellow Housewives, Krissy Marsh and Victoria Montano. “I do a lot of vegetarian salads.”

With a background as a professional event planner, Nicole doesn’t entertain by halves. “We had a foam party for Neve’s 13^th in the backyard; we’ve hosted 150 people for a sit-down dinner in a marquee. We even had a sushi train on the island bench once!”

Adam, on the other hand, does not cook. “He’s a very good cleaner,” quips Nicole.

While the couple have toyed with the idea of selling the house — and they’re currently based in New York, launching health brand BonPatch in the US — only a real-estate unicorn could inspire them to up sticks permanently.

“What we have is very hard to replicate, so it would have to be a very special property to replace this,” says Nicole. “I really do love my home.”

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When is The Block auction 2025

You can tune into the auctions at 7pm on 26th October on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Celebrity auctioneer Tom Panos was the first person to reveal the date of The Block auctions for 2025. Panos shared a video of himself on YouTube, where he confirmed that he will be auctioning Robby and Mat’s Block house – house number five. In the same video, Panos then seemingly revealed the date of the auction – something that hadn’t been released by any of The Block’s or Channel Nine’s official sources yet.

“The 25th of October, all eyes are on house number five, the one with the pickleball court,” Panos said in the YouTube video.

Since then, Channel Nine have confirmed that the auctions will be taking place on the 25th October and airing the following day, on the 26th.

The news that Panos is returning to The Block auctions comes as a surprise after the auctioneer made a statement in November 2024, where he claimed he “probably won’t be returning to The Block.” At the time, Panos had said his appearances on the show had cost him earnings. In 2024, Panos sold Courtney and Grant’s home for $3.3 million, and previously auctioned The Block’s winning homes in 2022 and 2023.

The Block homes price guides

All five of the Block homes will be going to auction with a price guide of $3 – 3.3 million.

You can find the listings for each home below:

House One – Emma and Ben

House Two – Han and Can

House Three – Britt and Taz

House Four – Sonny and Alicia

House Five – Robby and Mat

Who will be bidding at the auctions?

Despite his claims that he was finished with the Block, Adrian Portelli was reportedly spotted visiting the Daylesford site. Scotty Cam also recently indicated that Danny Wallis may be attending this year’s auctions during a radio interview. While nothing’s confirmed yet, we’re excited to see who shows.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

The post Everything we know about the 2025 Block auctions appeared first on Home Beautiful.

So, who made the right choices this week? Keep reading for everything the Block teams got right and wrong about front yard week.

What the Block teams got wrong

Lack of plantings

Britt and Taz has had an extremely successful Block season but their lack of plantings let their front yard down this week.

“It looks like an industrial shed and does not match the level of luxury that is sitting behind these walls,” Marty explained.

While Shaynna loved the timber cladding, she also wished there was more foliage to create privacy. Marty went so far as to describe the area as “kitty litter with mulch.”

Despite this, the couple redeemed themselves with a stunning garage door featuring beautiful Indigenous artworks.

Sculptures and arbours

Han and Can’s decision to install a large Japanese-style arbor over their driveway didn’t quite pay off. The striking structure makes a bold statement, but it feels a little too imposing for a residential home.

Marty explained that the arbor could be off-putting to buyers. “That is what you see the moment you come to this home. It hits you in the face,” he said.

Sonny and Alicia also added a sculptural kangaroo to their front garden. While the judges loved it, it certainly isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.

What they got right

Simplicity

The judges loved the simplicity of Emma and Ben’s front façade, noting how their garage door seamlessly blended with the rest of the home.

“Because the black alpine facade feel is so strong, I love the fact that they’ve picked a very simplistic garage door. Because everything is about the planting of the greenery against that black,” the judges explained.

Similarly, Sonny and Alicia came out on top for the simplicity of their design. While they didn’t use a huge number of plantings, the couple were praised for choosing the right ones.

“I love the rawness of the fence, I love the rawness of the bricks,” Shaynna said, while Darren describing it as a “simple and sophisticated pallate,” and a “perfect Aussie backyard at a luxe level.”

Sustainability

Robby and Mat’s design was described as the “quintessential Daylesford farmhouse,” with their native garden being a highlight of the design.

Landscaper Dave explained that the garden was “probably the most sustainable landscape on the block,” with plenty of native plantings from the local area and a low maintenance design.

While Darren was initially underwhelmed at the junior plantings that he though reflected a “dwinding budget,” he admitted “I can see once it’s done it’s going to be breathtakingly beautiful.”

Inside House 6: Team Home Beautiful’s front garden

This year, Home Beautiful is playing along with The Block and creating our very own (virtual) House 6. For our exterior and front garden, we took inspiration from a beautiful property in the Southern Highlands. With its crisp white façade, covered verandah, side gables and natural cedar shingles, it’s the picture of modern country charm.

Inspiration

Our mood board

Shop the products

• Sonata armchair, $1104 (usually $1,299) from Freedom
• Otto side table, $599 from Freedom
• Davenport planter, $249 from Freedom
• Olive potted tree, $449 from Freedom
• Ceppo stone porcelain ivory external tiles, $109.44 from Perini
• Hanoi rustic subway matt natural clay tiles, $101.47 from Perini
• Old red sandstock pavers, Australian Paving Centre
• Smooth solid brass floating numbers, $99 from Passio Interiors
• Grange letterbox in Pale Eucalypt, $198 from Heatlie Letterboxes
• Single adjustable spike light, $429 from Lighting Collective
• Exterior pre aged box light, $2,200 from Lighting Collective
• Steel double exterior doors, from Doors For Builder
• Jasper paint from Colorbond
• Surfmist paint from Colorbond

Room reveal

For our take on the home and yard, we embraced the crisp white palette of our inspiration picture, while adding some contrast with a navy roof and steel windows. Along with a winding brick path, we added ssteel double doors and a pair of comfy yet stylish armchairs from Freedom, perfect for settling in for that evening glass of wine.

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

The post The biggest mistakes from the Block’s front yard week appeared first on Home Beautiful.

Channel Nine has today unveiled a brand new home renovations show with a European twist. The series, 1 Euro House, will see Palmer and Blaze renovate a dilapidated villa in Sicily, purchased through Italy’s ‘one Euro homes‘ scheme. The real-life policy hopes to reinvigorate certain Italian regions by inviting foreigners to invest in abandoned homes for only one Euro, if they promise to complete a full renovation of the property.

And who could be better for the task than two of Australia’s reigning TV renovators?

Taking to Instagram with the news, Blaze said she was “so excited to finally announce” the new show. “Keeping this one under wraps this year has been almost as big a challenge for me and [Darren] as transforming our crumbling Sicilian property (but not quite),” she wrote alongside the announcement.

Meanwhile, Palmer shared a behind-the-scenes look at the trailer and special announcement at Channel Nine’s upfronts event in Sydney.

“I’ve literally got goosebumps, I’m so excited,” Blaze shares in the clip. “We’ve been hiding this for months!”

“We’ve been working for months, and now you’re finally going to find out what it is!” Palmer adds, captioning his video: “If you love travel and renovation then you are going to LOVE our new show.” Take a look at the sneak peek:

What is Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer’s new series about?

Shaynna and Darren’s new series, 1 Euro House, will follow The Block judges as they undertake the tricky renovation of a crumbling Sicilian home. Far from the fresh builds of Daylesford, the pair’s Sicilian property has long been abandoned and is in need of extensive repairs. As Darren declares in the trailer, the task is “much worse than I thought”.

Set against a stunning Mediterranean backdrop and the rolling hills of Sicily, the series is sure to provide some wanderlust therapy for those craving a European summer. It will also showcase a new side to the interior designers, who will be able to flex their creativity, inspired by the provincial Italian architecture and landscape.

The title of the series 1 Euro House is drawn from the ‘one Euro homes’ policy, whereby people (including Shaynna and Darren!) are allowed to purchase an abandoned property in Italy for a single Euro—less than $2!—to restore it to a livable home.

When is 1 Euro House being released?

With the announcement dropping in October 2025, fans will have to hold on a little longer for Shaynna and Darren’s new series to drop. 1 Euro House was announced as part of Nine’s 2026 line-up, but there’s no news yet of exactly when the new renovation show will air.

The post Shaynna Blaze & Darren Palmer announce new European renovation show appeared first on Home Beautiful.

Robby and Mat’s backyard had plenty of great features, including a beautiful 25-year-old tree, raised garden beds and a swimming pool with a clever shade cover. What the garden didn’t need, however, was an oversized fireplace with factory-like chimneys blocking the view of the pool.

Marty immediately brought up the fireplace as a safety issue, explaining “from the deck and from a family perspective, not being able to see the kids in the pool is a concern and I think people will recognise that when they come here.”

Despite the security camera positioned over the pool, most parents would rather keep an eye on their children in person than through a phone screen. The fireplace is also said to be the biggest in the region, which feels unnessarily large and a little showy for a country backyard.

Britt and Taz’s garden was full of great features but the overall effect felt too busy. The arbours particularly, didn’t seem to add anything but visual noise to the garden. While they will look beautiful once the star jasmine grows, the amount of them feels too overwhelming for a calm space.

The huge creek taking up half the lawn area was also a divisive choice, with Marty explaining that “It could be the only thing that turns a buyer off.” Shaynna disagreed, explaining that her grandkids would love it and that it was “a childhood dream.”

While children might love the creek, unfenced open water feels like a dangerous feature to have in a backyard – especially so far down the back where parents might not be able to see their children.

Han and Can’s garden felt more ornamental than practical, with large boulders and a huge Japanese arbour. A large amount of space was given to the pavers leading down the pool, which felt somewhat wasteful.

“It has a lot of rock, a lot of pavers. It’s hard for kids to run around, they can trip,” Marty commented on the area. “It has a harsher feel.”

The busyness extended to the pool area, where Shaynna and Marty both commented on the checkerboard tile boarding the pool. Marty said that it would be better if it was just plain and that “the fourth material is just too much.”

The gardens that won us over were the ones that felt more paired back and relaxed. With roughly 80% of the plantings being native species, Emma and Ben’s garden felt like an extension of the surrounding environment. Even the bricks around the pool were carefully chosen to match the mulch, giving the entire area a cohesive look.

The smaller fire pit worked in their favour, allowing the space to blend into the rest of the garden and reducing visual fragmentation. All of the judges loved the space, with Marty saying “this screams Daylesford.”

Out of all the backyards, Sonny and Alicia’s was the most understated, and that’s exactly why it works so well. There’s plenty of lawn for the kids to run around on and an abundance of space for functions. While the pool fence stands out, once the plants grow in, it will virtually disappear. Compared to the other backyards, it feels more laid back and suited to country life.

The judges described the space as “simple and solid” with Darren explaining that it’s “a good proper Aussie backyard.”

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

Inside House 6: Team Home Beautiful’s backyard and pool

This year, Home Beautiful is playing along with The Block and creating our very own (virtual) House 6. For our backyard and pool design, we drew inspiration from the Mediteranean-inspired backyard of a Sunshine Coast home. In this backyard, a simple palette heroes the grand curves and clean lines of the elegant pool area and pool house, while the white and timber poolside furniture blends into the overall palette, creating a luxurious and cohesive look.

Inspiration

Our mood board

Shop the products

• Garden Glory pool ring, $199 from Freedom
• Boree sun lounger, $1,444 (usually $1,699) from Freedom
• Boree daybed, $2,549 (usually $2,999) from Freedom
• Sundial umbrella, $2,399 from Basil Bangs
• Tucson 100 rust fire pit, $525 from Milkcan
• Round firewood storage, $389 from Milkcan
• Trentham planter, $149 from Freedom
• Shellstone limestone brushed and tumbled pavers, $155.66 per sqm from Amber Tiles
• Verde Spanish PVC dot mounted glass pool mosaic, $42 per sqm from Tile Factory Outlet
• Laurens navy stripe bolster pillow, $129 from Business & Pleasure
• Imola bar trolley, $959 from Freedom

Room reveal

For our backyard and pool, we wanted to embrace the contemporary luxury vibe of the Sunshine Coast backyard with a little Daylesford touch. To do so, we added a cosy firepit with a built in bench seat for those colder winter evenings. We also added some native plantings, soft lawn and fun fairy lights for an extra magical touch.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

The post The Block’s over-the-top backyards are missing the point appeared first on Home Beautiful.

The ensuite reveal

The final piece of the renovation puzzle was Matty J and Laura’s ensuite, which the couple decribed as a “long haul” project. The dated ensuite was transformed into a fun and fresh space with groovy floor tiling, pops of pink and a stone basin, while retaining the structural elements of the space. The couple have jokingly nicknamed the space the ‘deli meat bathroom’ for it’s fun floor tile shapes.

The living room makeover

“The sunken living room cause the big debate: keep the dividing wall, install a balustrade… or open it right up? We went with the latter – removing the brick wall and then installing new flooring throughtm new windows and windersliding door, rendering the back walls and pillar (softening the corners) and adding the pièce de résistance – the ‘spew tile’ cladding for the fireplace. Now the two rooms flow together while still keeping that cost, sunken-living feel,” they explained.

Kid’s bedroom reveal

Laura and Matty J have revealed their children’s pretty pastel bedroom. With a soft green built-in bench seat and floor-to-ceiling cupboard, the room is both pretty and practical.

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HASSA Occasional Armchair

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MALIANA Side Table

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CARROLL Dining Chair

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CHAMPY Side Table

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GUISELEY Dining Table

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The guest bedroom

The guest bedroom has been decorated in a contemporary coastal style. Matty J shared that after debating some bolder colours like salmon pink, the couple “came to their senses” and opted for a warm white. Completed with Robert Gordon wall sconces, a rattan headboard, a cream coloured floor rug and mixed linen bedding in soft red and green hues, the bedroom has been turned into a soothing sanctuary for guests.

The stylish guest bedroom is perhaps the renovation’s least controversial room reveal so far, with the recently completed fireplace, bathroom and kitchen all receiving mixed reaction’s from the couple’s Instagram audience.

The fireplace reveal

Laura and Matty they didn’t plan on playing it safe with their renovation– and their fireplace update proves it. Taking to Instagram, the couple shared a video of their new fireplace, which features a mosaic of pastel coloured tiles reaching the ceiling.

In the Instagram video, Laura explained that while the tiles (nicknamed ‘spew tiles’) have been the most controversial part of the renovation, she wanted to do something bold and beautiful with the fireplace to make it the heart of the home.

After considering a green border, they opted for a plain white curved base and added a soft pink grout to the mosaic of pink-hued tiles above. “I could not be more happy with how it turned out.” Laura shared in the video before telling viewers, “Here’s your reminder that it’s okay to do something really fun with your interiors.”

The fireplace hasn’t been the couple’s only controversial reveal. When the couple unleashed their bold new kitchen and ensuite on the world… let’s just say, the reactions were as spicy as a splashback in a Mediterranean villa.

Rather than the usual beige-on-beige minimalism, Laura and Matty chose statement stone, striped subway tiles and plenty of personality. But when they posted the finished spaces online, some followers were quick to throw design shade.

Speaking on her radio show The Pick Up with Brittany Hockley, Laura admitted: “Recently we shared a reveal of the bathroom and we received some comments that weren’t very nice.” The zingers? Everything from “You’re being stubborn with your style” to “It’s ugly.” One even claimed the reno “would be ripped to pieces by Shaynna Blaze”. Ouch.

Never one to flinch at a little feedback, Laura took it in her stride and threw down the ultimate design gauntlet: invite a real judge to weigh in. Enter The Block’s Darren Palmer, who joined the show the very next day to give his expert take on the now-infamous rooms.

Darren Palmer takes on the ensuite

“Risks have been taken,” Darren declared (which, let’s be honest, is designer code for “you’ve got guts”). But he was surprisingly smitten, praising the natural stone, the “beautiful” striped subway tiles, and a wavy mirror that wouldn’t look out of place in a coastal magazine shoot. His only quibble? No bathtub. But Laura was quick to clarify – there simply wasn’t space.

The kitchen gets its moment

Moving into the kitchen, Darren was equally charmed. “The blackbutt inclusion is heaven – absolutely gorgeous,” he gushed, also giving a thumbs up to the tiled floor. Ever the practical pro, he noted the couple could use a few more power points (hello, toaster conundrum), but all up? He was thoroughly impressed – especially for a pair of first-time renovators.

Final verdict?

Darren’s score: 9/10
Internet critics: Momentarily silenced.

Looks like Chante Mer is more c’est chic than sacre bleu, after all.

The renovation journey

Laura Byrne and Matty J have done what so many city dwellers have dreamt of and purchased a run-down, in-need-of-a-renovation property in a dream coastal location.

The couple, who met on the fifth season of Australia’s The Bachelor, found their dream oceanfront makeover property on the South Coast of New South Wales — a beloved holiday location for Sydneysiders.

“A couple of months ago we bought a dilapidated old house down the south coast,” the couple shared on Instagram, describing the property as “a little glass house on the seaside filled with stories, and history that had been left locked up and empty for the past two years, known as Chante Mer (sing the sea).”

The house boasts an enviable oceanfront location in Ulladulla, a small coastal town on the New South Wales South Coast, and is only a few moments from the popular and family friendly Racecourse Beach.

For Matty and Laura, who share daughters Marlie-Mae and Lola and are expecting their third, the home’s dreamy coastal location and renovation opportunities are all part of its appeal.

“The south coast is a magical place to us, it’s where we got married, and now it’s where we will make memories as a family,” they shared in their Instagram post.

“We don’t know what we are doing, or what this house will become, but if you want to, follow along the chaos @chante.mer.house while we restore this old beauty, honour it’s joyous little quirks and resist the millennial urge to paint everything white.”

While perhaps in need of a facelift, the property’s unique original features are part of its charm and, to our relief, don’t seem to be something the family are planning of getting rid of.

Worth around $2.2 million, the seaside home is certainly a valuable addition to Matty and Laura’s growing property portfolio, which also includes a $5.2 million semi-detached home in North Bondi.

Before and after: Chante Mer House

After months of renovation updates, in March 2025 Matty and Laura revealed some highly satisfying before-and-after shots of Chante Mer House.

“The glow up! Some cheeky Before/After photos of where we started and where we are headed. Inching closer every day,” they said.

The living area has been completely refreshed, featuring new timber floors, an updated fireplace and a striking ceiling makeover.

“And for my next trick to enrage the masses… THE SPEW TILES!” Laura joked, striking a dramatic pose with the fireplace tiles before they went up.

In the ‘After’ shot, the fireplace tiles create a colourful focal point. Matty and Laura’s tile choices have sparked plenty of debate, but the pair haven’t shied away from bold decisions. “Tile gate has started…” they joked in a post revealing the fireplace progress.

“A little update from when the tile stair risers were going in,” they shared alongside the tiled steps. “I am heading down to the house this weekend and can’t wait to see what progress has been made over the last two weeks. We finally have our wooden stairs installed and I’m counting down the days until our beautiful stone benchtops are going in… so close.”

The stairs now feel lighter and more open thanks to the removal of the nib walls, while playful checkerboard tiles add a punch of personality to both the steps and landing.

Gone is the carpet, making way for pale timber floors that flood the space with light and offer a crisp, contemporary edge to those breathtaking views.

The renovation process

Laura and Matty J are sharing the renovation process on their Instagram page and, while Laura’s ideas for patterned, earthy coloured tiles on the fireplace wasn’t appreciated by all viewers, people have been more excited by the fact the couple are planning to keep the stunning stained glass on their front doors.

“If the beige brigade come for these doors… I will riot,” Laura wrote. “These old beauties are staying, but the big question is do we strip them back to all wood, or paint white?”

The second decision the couple are currently discussing is what colour to paint the bedroom walls.

On Instagram, they shared that Matty wants a salmon pink as a “testament to the sea life in the ocean,” while Laura wants an off-white with a feature door.

After testing the pink, Matty admitted that maybe Laura’s idea was the winner.

When it came to deciding the colour of the bedroom cupboard doors, the couple’s two daughters put the sea green and bright yellow shades to the test.

We’re excited to see what colours they end up settling on.

The kitchen

While the rest of the property offers plenty of opportunity for Matty and Laura to make the home their own, we were hoping they would choose to preserve the kitchen’s unique tiling and wood cabinetry.

They have shared that unfortunately, the kitchen tiles were too damaged to preserve and have lead to a full kitchen demolition. While we did love the timber cabinetry, we’re also excited by their decision to remove the servery window and shelving to make the most of the incredible sea views.

The most recent picture of the kitchen came as a delightful surprise to those who expressed sadness at the home’s original features being ripped out. Fortunately, the couple seem to have embraced the home’s mid-century aesthetic with their choice of sleek wood cabinetry and terracotta floor tiles.

The bathrooms

While the original upstairs bathroom may have been very pretty in pink, it felt a little dated with a number of design flaws — including having a bidet in the room next to the toilet.

After lots of thought, Matty J and Laura have decided to remove the bath altogether and replace it with a spacious double shower, sharing that this will be a “bath-less house”. It also looks like they’ve opted for a modern type of shower storage, with a shower bench visible in their updated pictures.

Colour-wise, the couple have gone for a muted-green palette with striped green and white tiles from Tile Cloud covering the room, from floor to ceiling.

The bathrooms all tie in with the couple’s chosen interior style, yet they’ve chosen not to go completely matchy-matchy. The second bathroom embraces floor-to-ceiling zellige tiles with statement wave design tiles on the floor.

In a second bathroom, the couple have opted for a pretty pink aesthetic with a wavy tiled floor and neutral tiled walls.

See inside Matty J and Laura Byrne’s Ulladulla holiday property

Matty and Laura’s new holiday house is located on a generous 746-square-metre block with a sun-soaked deck and thriving front garden overlooking the sea.

There also seems to be a sweet summer house (or perhaps future children’s cubby) in front of the main home.

Likewise, this quirky breakfast nook with original wood banquet seating is an opportunity to embrace the unique character of the home.

Almost every room boasts enviable ocean views, including this spacious lounge area that opens out onto the deck and front garden.

However, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a study area, the property offers plenty of places to play — just look at those floor-to-ceiling windows in the main bedroom.

At the back of the house, there’s also an enclosed alfresco area, which we’re sure will see its fair share of late summer barbeques and children’s parties in the years to come.

With such an opportunity to turn this characterful property into something special, we’re excited to see what they do with it.

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Why Australians dream of buying a French château

In an age of endless property listings and soaring city prices,  Australians and other brave-slash-naive overseas buyers are snapping up palatial French estates for less than a median-priced home in Sydney. The surge of YouTube renovation channels and Instagram accounts showing couples restoring fairytale estates has only fanned the flames. The thought of trading an over-leveraged city mortgage for stone walls, vineyards and countryside quiet feels almost rational — if you squint.

Karina and Craig Waters (known as chateaugudanes  on Instagram) embarked on a 12-year-long journey to restore a historic French Château to its grand former self. The couple not only created a magical life for themselves and their menagerie of animals in the beautiful French Pyrenees but were also awarded a Medal of Honour from the Prince Louis de Polignac Foundation in recognition of their exceptional restoration so far.

It’s not just affordability. It’s identity. Owning a château offers the illusion of stepping into another story, a tree change with YouTube potential — for a life that moves more slowly, tastes better, and comes with a centuries-old staircase.

Ben Ashcroft-Dinning is a France-based buyer’s agent, originally from Melbourne. In 2020 he started a Facebook group about buying, selling and renovating French châteaux, which now has nearly 90,000 members. He is a now the go-to guy for foreigners wanting to purchase a French château. 

The Facebook group is a riveting peep-hole into the specific dreams of those looking to start a French affair. “Would love to purchase a smaller chateaux with at least 10 hectares with a barn suitable for horses on the property,” posts Juli on the public group. “Looking for an equestrian property or a farm to renovate in Normandy. Minimum land 7ha. Please pm,” writes Mikko.

Meanwhile, sellers offer up answers to their prayers: “Stunning château, the real fairytale castle, [tastefully] restored and beautifully presented. Château, separate accommodation, lake, tree-lined drive and helipad. A dream come true!”

What you get for the price of a Sydney apartment

Property-wise, the numbers will astonish. A modest apartment in Sydney’s Inner West can hover around the $1 million mark. In parts of rural France — particularly the Loire Valley, Dordogne, or Normandy — the same figure buys a château with formal gardens, guest wings, stables, and maybe a vineyard.

Of course, value is relative. French bureaucracy is legendary, heritage laws can restrict what you change, and maintenance costs are no small thing. Yet even those who’ve done it say the payoff lies not just in the grandeur but in the daily texture — the morning baguette runs, the weekly markets, the slow hum of village life.

According to Ben Ashcroft-Dinner, who moved to France with his family five years ago, a château sounds expensive, but “you could get a basically livable château for maybe four or 500,000 Euros that would need renovations, and need probably a lot of work”, he tells Dateline in an interview. 

“There’s a nice sweet spot, I’d say, around the one to 2 million Euro mark, even sometimes under 1 million. Really pretty good, livable château the size of a large home, quite luxurious. But really it’s much more affordable than you think, especially compared to Melbourne and Sydney house prices.”

This medieval chateau sits on a private island with a gated bridge, with over 1000 metres squared of already habitable space as well as an additional partly renovated house and a restored tower house, and a quaint local town nearby. It’s for sale for 750,000 Euro. However, says the advertisement: “It’s important to note that significant renovation work lies ahead, offering a chance to restore and reimagine this historial gem to its former glory.”

The Reality of Restoring a Château

“A little bit of naivety helped with the beginning of the adventure,” says Anna Bewley, whose six-year renovation journey with husband Philipp Franz is documented in their YouTube channel How to Renovate a Château, followed by more than 542,000 subscribers.

“Six years ago we risked everything. We quit our jobs, sold our house in the suburbs of Paris and spent all of our life savings to buy a crumbling 18th-century château in Normandy,” they recall. The grounds were “a jungle,” their children spent the first years of their life “in dust and rubble with no heating.” When viewing the building before buying, furniture covered the cracks. “The day we got the keys we were shocked because you really see all the work and suddenly there was realisation, oh my goodness, oh my goodness…”

Their story is equal parts cautionary tale and modern fairytale — proof that beneath every dreamy drone shot lies an extraordinary amount of grit.

Why the Château Dream Endures

Still, the allure persists. In an era of shrinking city blocks and expanding to-do lists, the château remains the ultimate symbol of escape: space, history, sensuality. More than square footage, it’s about living inside French culture — waking to church bells, shopping at the Saturday market, cooking with produce from your own orchard.

For some, that rhythm alone is worth the gamble. Because perhaps the dream isn’t just about owning a château at all — it’s about living as if you do.

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5 luxurious wine cellar ideas to use in your home

A wine cellar tucked under the stairs

In this Federation-style home on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, a wine cellar cleverly makes use of the empty space beneath the stairs. Framed by a timber border, the space is beautifully wallpapered with a romantic floral print and protected with a glass window and door.

A wine cellar behind the bar

This Mornington Peninsula home features a hidden wine cellar in the outdoor pavillion, which looks over the tennis court. Subtly tucked behind the bar, the wine cellar is protected by a large glass door with a timber frame.

A wall-papered wine cellar

Taking inspiration from their time in the States, the owners of this property embraced classic American style in their interiors. The wine cellar features floor-to-ceiling wine racks, Vintec wine fridges, honed granite benchtop and walls papered with Stroheim ‘Cathay Pastora’ in Indigo. 

A wine room with glass steel doors

This Oak and Orange new build features a wine room in the centre of the ground floor. The custom double arch glass doors from Camden Steel Doors and Vintech wine cabinet make it a luxurious feature.

A wine cellar with mesh cabinetry

Located in an alcove near the living room, the wine cellar was designed using Polytec Black Woodmatt for the joinery, paired with woven mesh inserts, and the same brick as the exterior for the backdrop. “The cellar is probably a little self-indulgent, but it’s another strong feature in the house,” says home owner, Rob.

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The rest of the teams found it hard to compete this week. Surprisingly, the understated alfresco terraces and sheds were the ones that impressed the judges most. Alicia and Sonny claimed the runner-up spot with a relaxed lounge area, a sink, pizza oven and barbecue – enough for easy entertaining without tipping into extravagance. 

“I’m at rancho relaxo,” said Marty, settling into their cosy outdoor seating from Freedom. Their traditional shed earned equal praise for its practicality and polish. “It’s a good old functional Australian Stratco shed and I’m here for it,” Darren added, noting the awesome, versatile flooring and clever storage that sealed their success.

Meanwhile, Britt and Taz opted for an over-the-top outdoor kitchen that left no space for a lounge area, while their speakeasy-style shed raised eyebrows over compliance. The sheds should be designed for no more than about 40 minutes of use – yet a beautiful bar stocked with liquor could tempt guests to linger for longer.

All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.

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Inside House 6: Team Home Beautiful’s alfresco terrace

This year, Home Beautiful is playing along with The Block and revealing our very own (virtual) House 6. This week, we’ve put our spin on an alfresco terrace with inspiration from a majestic Mornington Peninsula home.

Mood board

This week’s mood board sets the tone with light timber decking from Master Woodturning, comfortable Freedom furniture, the warmth of a Luxe Fireplaces wood fireplace and characterful exterior wall lighting from Lighting Collective.

• ‘Boree’ dining table, $2499, and dining chair, $499, Freedom
• ‘Sonata’ sofa, $2299, Freedom
• ‘Davenport’ planter, $249, Freedom
• ‘Sundial’ umbrella, $2399, Basil Bangs
• ‘Fitzroy’ bolster, $49.95, Freedom
• ‘Lyon’ dinner set, $137.40 (usually $229), Freedom
• ‘Niebull’ lantern, $395 (usually $439), Freedom
• Fascia millboard, Master Woodturning
• Morso Kamino outdoor wood fireplace, $2588, Luxe Fireplaces
• Classical dark brass exterior wall light, $650, Lighting Collective

Inspiration

Our inspiration image, from a home by Kate Walker and the KWD team, features suspended porch swings in a sheltered alfresco area with a fireplace. It’s a favourite gathering place for the family who lives here.

Room reveal

Our space combines comfortable lounges and a dining table with the warmth of a nearby fireplace, a barbecue for easy entertaining, lush greenery and a TV ready for game day.

In case you missed it…

Week 1: Bathrooms

Week 2: Kids’ rooms

Week 3: Main ensuite

Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe

Week 5: Living and dining rooms

Week 6: Rumpus rooms

Week 7: Kitchens

Week 8: Guest suite

Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage

Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed

Week 11: Backyard and pools

Week 12: Front yards

House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block

Everything we know about The Block 2025

5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams

A look at The Block 2025 Daylesford location

The 2026 ‘The Block’ location has been revealed

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