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Our top 12 interiors looks from The Block
Have you been watching The Block: Triple Threat? Lisa and I have been tuning in, and we couldn’t help but admire the stamina of the contestants - and the stunning results. How crazy was the auction last night? Despite the huge sacrifices and intense pressures, I'd be extremely chuffed to walk away with upwards of $700k profit. (Though as Jen from Interiors Addict astutely pointed out on Twitter, this wouldn't even get you a three-bedroom home in Sydney).
The upshot is that we were given an insight into some amazing renovations which resulted in some incredibly beautifully rooms, with clever and creative craftmanship, sophisticated styling and a carefully edited selection of some of the best fittings, finishes, furniture and homewares around. After much consideration and comparison of notes, Lisa and I have narrowed down our top 12 favourite looks from the series. Read on and tell us if you agree with our selections.
1. Darren and Dea's master bedroom
Moving away from safe white walls and timber floors, Darren and Dea took a brave risk with their dark and moody textural sisal feature wall using Schumacher wallpaper (Haruki Sisal Charcoal), which combined with European pendants and a stunning four-poster bed, lent a sophisticated and architectural element to the room.
2. Josh and Charlotte's ensuite
The custom timber vanity by Ingrain Design was an inspired choice by Josh and Charlotte, and it's beautifully enhanced by the tone and texture in the bluestone tiles from Beaumont Tiles.
3. Jess and Ayden's staircase lights
Jess and Ayden went for the 'wow factor' with their choice of pinecone pendant lamps; the design subtly reflecting the gaps of light in the staircase.
4. Tim and Anastasia's terrace
As a last-ditched effort on a budget, Tim and Anastasia finally delivered with their beautifully-designed terrace. We love their choice of plants, and the view looking upwards is enhanced by their fabulous choice of Yvette Drum Pendants from Beacon Lighting.
5. Darren and Dea's bathroom
In keeping with their theme of dark feature walls, Darren and Dea made a dazzling statement with their choice of tiles (Luxor Charcoal CB-Porc Semi-Polish 600x600) from Beaumont Tiles.
6. Darren and Dea's terrace
Creating a stylish and sizeable oasis with loads of room for entertaining was a clever move by Dea and Darren. We love their choice of plants and the way they've created different 'zones' in what is essentially an inner-city backyard.
7. Josh and Charlotte's guest bedroom
We love the light and bright mid-century Scandi vibe in this room, combining layers of textiles with custom timber floating shelves and a rather handsome Soho butterfly chair from Coco Republic.
8. Jess and Ayden's kitchen
Creating a timber feature wall in your kitchen using floorboards (Regal Oak from Carpet Court)? Genius. We salute you, Jess and Ayden.
9. Josh and Charlotte's terrace
That timber feature wall (North Coast hardwood Greyskin Cladding 110x12 from Mitre 10)! Those hanging timber lamps (a special order from Inge Jabara Landscapes)! And the pops of greenery (made using Flora Felt Panels 300x600mm from Fyto Green)! A vertical garden with a point of difference makes a big impact in Josh and Charlotte's terrace.
10. Josh and Charlotte's master suite
Josh and Charlotte have cemented their signature style with another amazing custom-designed floating timber unit by Ingrain Designs. We also love their choice of curtains and blinds (Warwick Fabric Joe Curtains in Ash from Carpet Court), which soften the clean lines and exposed architectural features of their master bedroom.
A fabulous sisal feature wall combined with a nice pop of colour via the Mud pendant lights, along with a sophisticated selection of textiles in the palest pastels and soft neutral hues (love the pink and green Jardan cushions) sets the standard for Darren and Dea's signature style throughout the series.
Tell me: did you watch The Block: Triple Threat? What did you think of the auction last night? Are you going to watch the next reality renovation mash-up show? So many questions! Please de-lurk and tell us what you think in the comments below. We'd love to hear from you.
Photography by Martin Philbey for The Block Shop and Elizabeth Allnutt Photography for The Block: Triple Threat.
Have you been watching The Block: Triple Threat? Lisa and I have been tuning in, and we couldn’t help but admire the stamina of the contestants - and the stunning results. How crazy was the auction last night? Despite the huge sacrifices and intense pressures, I'd be extremely chuffed to walk away with upwards of $700k profit. (Though as Jen from Interiors Addict astutely pointed out on Twitter, this wouldn't even get you a three-bedroom home in Sydney).
The upshot is that we were given an insight into some amazing renovations which resulted in some incredibly beautifully rooms, with clever and creative craftmanship, sophisticated styling and a carefully edited selection of some of the best fittings, finishes, furniture and homewares around. After much consideration and comparison of notes, Lisa and I have narrowed down our top 12 favourite looks from the series. Read on and tell us if you agree with our selections.
Moving away from safe white walls and timber floors, Darren and Dea took a brave risk with their dark and moody textural sisal feature wall using Schumacher wallpaper (Haruki Sisal Charcoal), which combined with European pendants and a stunning four-poster bed, lent a sophisticated and architectural element to the room.
The custom timber vanity by Ingrain Design was an inspired choice by Josh and Charlotte, and it's beautifully enhanced by the tone and texture in the bluestone tiles from Beaumont Tiles.
Jess and Ayden went for the 'wow factor' with their choice of pinecone pendant lamps; the design subtly reflecting the gaps of light in the staircase.
As a last-ditched effort on a budget, Tim and Anastasia finally delivered with their beautifully-designed terrace. We love their choice of plants, and the view looking upwards is enhanced by their fabulous choice of Yvette Drum Pendants from Beacon Lighting.
In keeping with their theme of dark feature walls, Darren and Dea made a dazzling statement with their choice of tiles (Luxor Charcoal CB-Porc Semi-Polish 600x600) from Beaumont Tiles.
Creating a stylish and sizeable oasis with loads of room for entertaining was a clever move by Dea and Darren. We love their choice of plants and the way they've created different 'zones' in what is essentially an inner-city backyard.
We love the light and bright mid-century Scandi vibe in this room, combining layers of textiles with custom timber floating shelves and a rather handsome Soho butterfly chair from Coco Republic.
Creating a timber feature wall in your kitchen using floorboards (Regal Oak from Carpet Court)? Genius. We salute you, Jess and Ayden.
That timber feature wall (North Coast hardwood Greyskin Cladding 110x12 from Mitre 10)! Those hanging timber lamps (a special order from Inge Jabara Landscapes)! And the pops of greenery (made using Flora Felt Panels 300x600mm from Fyto Green)! A vertical garden with a point of difference makes a big impact in Josh and Charlotte's terrace.
Josh and Charlotte have cemented their signature style with another amazing custom-designed floating timber unit by Ingrain Designs. We also love their choice of curtains and blinds (Warwick Fabric Joe Curtains in Ash from Carpet Court), which soften the clean lines and exposed architectural features of their master bedroom.
We love how Josh and Charlotte have paired their custom-made timber dining table with a set of handsome tan leather dining chairs (Drexel dining chairs in tan leather with black legs) from Coco Republic. The statement pendant lamp (Replica Tom Dixon Beats Pendant) balances the entire look.
A fabulous sisal feature wall combined with a nice pop of colour via the Mud pendant lights, along with a sophisticated selection of textiles in the palest pastels and soft neutral hues (love the pink and green Jardan cushions) sets the standard for Darren and Dea's signature style throughout the series.
Tell me: did you watch The Block: Triple Threat? What did you think of the auction last night? Are you going to watch the next reality renovation mash-up show? So many questions! Please de-lurk and tell us what you think in the comments below. We'd love to hear from you.
Photography by Martin Philbey for The Block Shop and Elizabeth Allnutt Photography for The Block: Triple Threat.
