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The Block 2018 last reveal: Challenge rooms

October 22, 2018 1 Comment

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Last night saw the final reveal of The Block for 2018 and this time it was the challenge rooms. The standout space for me was Courtney and Hans’ kitchen. After walking through the butler’s pantry, Neale said he had “extreme kitchen envy” and I certainly did too!

1st: COURTNEY AND HANS
Score: 29/30

Courtney & Hans challenge kitchen

Courtney and Hans created a black and white St Kilda inspired kitchen complete with stainless steel gantries, Caesarstone benchtops, a large butlerโ€™s pantry and neon โ€˜3182โ€™ St Kilda sign. Shaynna loved it, Neale called it the โ€œkitchen of his dreamsโ€ and Darren called it โ€œabsolutely spectacular.โ€

โ€œItโ€™s a kitchen that acknowledges that the kitchen is now where we live life,โ€ said Neale. And Shaynna said although the coupleโ€™s styling had been hit and miss throughout the season but felt this space boasted precision styling. โ€œI actually feel that not only does it feel like someone lives here but itโ€™s styled beautifully too,โ€ she said.

And while the fridge, tucked away in the amazing butlerโ€™s pantry, was some distance from the main event, the judges didnโ€™t seem to mind. In fact, after stepping into the butler’s pantry Neale said he was suffering โ€œextreme kitchen envy.โ€

Courtney & Hans challenge kitchen
The fabulous butler’s pantry

Courtney & Hans challenge kitchen

Courtney & Hans challenge kitchen

My picks to buy: Rialheim ceramic pig bowl and Carla O’Brien neon postcode light.

2nd:KERRIE AND SPENCE
Score: 28.5/30Kerrie & Spence challenge terrace

With a projector screen, sofa, coffee table, bar, bespoke poster and Yamaha Smart Piano, Kerrie and Spenceโ€™s terrace was very well received by the judges. They loved the piano, large artwork and especially the way in which the bar facilitates people-watching over the street. Overall, the judges thought the room was fabulous.

Kerrie & Spence challenge terrace

Kerrie & Spence challenge terrace

My pick to buy: ‘Playbox, the Malthouse’ by Boris Bucan silkscreen print.

3rd: SARA AND HAYDEN
Score: 27/30

Hayden and Sara's challenge hallway
The judges loved the artwork in Hayden and Sara’s challenge hallway

Hayden and Sara had an epic four spaces to complete โ€“ the hall, powder room, laundry and study โ€“ and the judges acknowledged that it was quite an undertaking.

Shaynna loved the feature artwork in the hall and Neale did too. He called the mural โ€œstrong, engaging, cool and retroโ€ but wasnโ€™t a fan of the hall table styling. The judges loved the laundry (Darren called it โ€œexceptionalโ€) and felt it delivered on functionality and style. Shaynna thought the study was โ€œfantasticโ€ and Neale said it was the best thing theyโ€™d delivered all season.

Hayden & Sara challenge study
Hayden and Sara’s challenge study
Hayden and Sara's challenge laundry
Hayden and Sara’s challenge laundry
Hayden & Sara's challenge powder room
Hayden & Sara’s challenge powder room

My picks to buy: White Moose hippo head planter and west elm striped angle geometry bookend.

4th: NORM AND JESS
Score: 26.5/30
Norm & Jess challenge dining room

After their dull master bedroom from last week, Norm and Jess really upped their game for their challenge dining room. A hero of the space, the judges thought the large pink neon sign was โ€œcorny but oh so good.โ€ The Christian Cole dining table was well received too with Neale calling it โ€œstunningโ€ while Darren liked the pendant lights above it. Overall the judges felt the room was a strong offering.

Norm and Jess' challenge dining room
Norm & Jess' challenge dining room

Norm & Jess' challenge dining room
My picks to buy: Tipi Interiors black and white bone inlay stripe stool and The Print Emporium Palm Springs Doorway 2 art print

5th: BIANCA AND CARLA
Score: 21.5/30

Bianca and Carla's challenge living room
Neale called Bianca and Carlaโ€™s challenge lounge room vibe โ€œweirdโ€ and thought that it felt really thrown together. Shaynna felt the room didnโ€™t match the quality of the rest of the apartment and Darren agreed. โ€œItโ€™s too young and low-cost,โ€ said Darren while Neale said it felt โ€œcheap and that it was letting the whole apartment down.โ€

In particular, Shaynna thought the two rugs placed on top of one another were odd, she wondered where the bespoke cabinetry was and she finished by saying that she thought the girls โ€œchecked out of The Block a week ago.โ€ By the looks of it, they did!

Bianca and Carla's challenge living room

Bianca and Carla's challenge living room
My picks to buy: Life Interiors Dala horse and Arro Home Rigby cushion.

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Promise this is the last wretched hospital photo I Promise this is the last wretched hospital photo I'll post and I hope to be home and with my lippie back on by Monday. You know it's serious when I'm lipstick free, right?!

This was about a week ago in intensive care. And although my arm is still bloody sore I'm now on a normal ward and no longer attached to any drips, drains or a catheter. I've come a long way.

This has been the most physical and mental challenge of my life but I'm through the worst. I kept my arm. The doctors saved my life.

I cannot say it enough times. If you're worried about your health, don't hang around. Things can change so quickly. 

A huge thanks to my amazing husband @damianfrancis We've had the hardest year yet and our marriage has never been stronger, even if my rings did get cut off my finger in hospital ๐Ÿ˜œ

As great of a job as he is doing at home with the kids, I cannot wait to get home now. Countdown is on to a new year and a fresh start.

And I can't say enough just how overwhelmingly grateful I am to all the medical professionals involved in my care, from the @healthdirectaus nurse who sent me to Emergency to the exceptional surgeons, doctors, nurses and support staff.

Happy New Year, everyone. Remember you never know what's around the corner and this is not a dress rehearsal!

And huge thank you for all your kindness here. Has been amazing while stuck in bed.

Xxx

For those who missed it, I was unlucky enough to get necrotising fasciitis. You'll have to Google it.
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Day 6 in intensive care after suddenly coming down with a very serious necrotising fasciitis in my elbow on Sunday. Four operations later (with more to come) I'm out of the woods, alive and have my arm. But I won't be going home until after Christmas. Also picked up a bonus bit of pneumonia to keep things interesting.

I won't lie. This has been super super hard but I feel extremely lucky nonetheless. Have come across some exceptional surgeons, anaesthetists, doctors and nurses who have been incredibly kind at my most vulnerable as well as great at their jobs. I'm really grateful. Huge thank you to my amazing husband who is holding down the fort with the help and cooking of our wonderful friends. And to friends who check in, send love, flowers, snacks and sushi, I will never forget it.

Of course I will be sad tomorrow but my boys can visit and we will have another Christmas next month.

I'll leave you with this. Never ever ignore those health niggles. @healthdirectaus is always a great starting point.

Wishing you all a merry Christmas and will enjoy everyone else's celebrations on here with only a hint of bitterness ๐Ÿ˜‰

PS. Does this win the most unflattering photo of me ever published? I think so! No lippy for a WEEK.
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  1. AvatarGabrielle Mateljan says

    December 5, 2018 at 2:38 am

    I am in awe of the quality and creativity each of the contestants put into the challenge apartment. Of course there are some areas that I love more than others ….. blown away by the grand piano and love,love,love the main bathroom.All in all I dream of being the lucky winner of the apartment. It would truly be life changing to be the winner. The block just gets better and better!

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