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Drawing on the aesthetics of the 1970's, Kmart's latest living drop 'Everyday Elegance' is a decidedly more luxurious affair than we've come to expect from the the cut-price retailer. Having relied heavily on the Scandi aesthetic in the past, the new collection is a more sophisticated departure for the brand and while it's big on sumptuous colours …
When The Block judge Darren Palmer renovated his former home in Sydney's Edgecliff, he faced all sorts of challenges. You'd never know it to look at the beautiful finished space though, which perfectly suits the character-filled home. He shares how he made it work... Kitchens sell houses. That’s the real estate gospel that has been adjusted …
Let's face it, we saw a LOT of concrete in homewares last year. So much in fact that it perhaps started to lose its initial appeal as something new and unique. And we also reported that not all concrete is created equal, with some products not standing the test of time. But Matt and Kim DiCosta's new Nood Co has impressed us. Their team have …
If you've always sat there watching The Block thinking 'I could do that,' then now is your chance! You have until 4 February 2017 to get your application in for the next series. You'll need to be available for 10-to-12 weeks from April 2017. Here are the guidelines and requirements: Couples must be aged between 18-65, energetic and with …
The Block contestants Matt and Kim Di Costa emerged with another renovation recently as part of their show Matt and Kim to the Rescue 5. The four-day renovation, valued at around $300,000, saw a suburban Perth family home completely transformed for a struggling family of six – two of whom are suffering from cancer. “The Hoy Poy family are an …
Photography by Elizabeth Allnutt Located in the inner-west Melbourne suburb of Seddon, this property was renovated by former Blockheads Dani Wales and Dan Reilly recently, and with great results. It's now for sale if you're in the market! Starting with just a Victorian façade and the shells of two bedrooms, the couple’s two-year renovation saw …
We don't have time (or the inclination, frankly) to write about all the bitching and drama, so let's just stick to last night's room reveals shall we?! Kim and Chris won with their outdoor area and 28.5 points, taking $20k off their reserve. Dan and Carleen's bathroom got them 27.5 points, second place and $15k off their reserve. Then the boys, …
In addition to re-doing a room this week on The Block, alfresco skills were put to the test as it was time to tackle the terraces. And while the room reprises were a mixed bag, the judges were mostly thrilled with the couples' outdoor spaces. Karlie & Will - 27 The Block’s largest terrace, Karlie and Will didn’t disappoint with their …
It was a tie this week on The Block with two couples receiving perfect scores of 30 out of 30 for their kitchens. It was also the highest rating show of the season with almost 1.8 million viewers tuning in for the reveals. One of his favourite weeks on the show, judge Darren Palmer shares his thoughts on the five kitchens. Karlie & …
I was fortunate enough to look around The Block yesterday and I have to say, in most cases, what you see on TV doesn't do the apartments justice. They're amazing! And the kitchens really are the showstoppers. Today we bring you the last in our contestants' kitchen tours and interviews with our reporter Lauren Ellis, thanks to Freedom Kitchens. Time …
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