Last night was the most impressive room reveal so far if you ask me. What did you think of the couples’ kitchens? If you liked what you saw, read on to find out which products and finishes the contestants chose from Freedom Kitchens, so you can shop the look yourselves. I don’t think the photos do them justice as much as seeing them on the TV. You can watch videos on The Block website.
Trixie and Johnno’s winning kitchen
Seems the viewing public weren’t happy with the choice of winner, with some serious bitching and calls of a fix on The Block’s Facebook page (it can get pretty vicious over there!) last night. Trixie upset many viewers by saying she’d like to dress the twins up as pigs (on account of them police officers) which many said was disrespectful.
Trixie and Johnno featured Newbury Satin Heartwood Laminex, Alaskan Gloss Crème Brulee and Caesarstone Frosty Carrina with 40mm edge.
Judges’ verdict? Designed exactly for the way people live their lives, perfect for the penthouse!
Jen’s verdict: I thought it was safe and neutral in a classy way, but not very exciting. I’m a bit over vertical gardens too. LOVED the lights though.
Alisa and Lysandra’s kitchen
Alisa and Lysandra featured Alaskan Gloss White and Caesarstone Frosty Carrina.
Judge’s verdict? White with a contemporary twist. Simply stunning!
Jen’s verdict: The twins are seriously impressing me. Their polished concrete benchtop was gorgeous and the timber light fitting, bar stools (divine) and floor added warmth. If I had to pick a favourite, it would be this one, but I loved elements of all the kitchens.
Madi and Jarrod’s kitchen
Madi and Jarrod featured Alaskan Gloss in Royal Oyster, Baye Riven from the Impressions range and Caesarstone London Grey with 40mm edge.
Judges’ verdict? This kitchen has a human connection and buyers will fall in love with it.
Jen’s verdict: The laundry was a brilliant, practical addition. Trying to dry clothes in an apartment can be a nightmare! Loved the sleek lines, lighting and artwork in this kitchen.
Bec and George’s kitchen
Bec and George featured Alaskan Gloss Silver Metallic, Alaskan Gloss Royal Oyster and Caesarstone Frosty Carrina.
Judges’ verdict? This is the ultimate feel good, entertainers’ kitchen.
Jen’s verdict: I loved the lighting, the vintage Orangina poster and the mirrored splashback and range hood (although I wouldn’t want to clean them!). This feels like a young and colourful kitchen with a nice vibe. The bar was a cool concept but wasn’t keen on the glass shelves or the word ‘bar’ spelled out on the wall.
Kim and Matt’s kitchen
Kim & Matt featured Alaskan Gloss Pearl Metallic, Aluminium frame perspex doors, Caesarstone Jet Black and Caesarstone Snow with 40mm edge.
Judges’ verdict? Design centric buyers will pay top dollar for this kitchen.
Jen’s verdict: I loved the timber light (buy it here) and the pops of hot pink, especially the artwork on that stunning textured wall. It’s nice to use art and decorative items in unexpected places. I also love the contrast of the glossy white kitchen with the rough feature wall. Probably my second favourite kitchen.
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Hi Jen, liked the kitchens, but didn’t love them! I wish they had have taken more chances and stayed away from mainly white. I know white is a selling point, but if I was using someone else’s money I would want to let my hair down and do something that would stand out about all else! I love the finish on Kim and Matt’s and they tried to do something different with the floor. I liked the twins rooms also, all the appliances were great. I liked the laminex that Trixie and Jonno bought in, and loved Madi and Jarrod’s range hoods. I did like Bec and George’s pops of colour but though their ktichen looked really small for some reason. I guess they all look a lot different in person. But they didn’t knock my socks off!
I agree with Leanne. I find the rooms very uninspiring. Different versions of the same basic model really. Change of flooring, splashbacks and benchtops but same, same for me. No thinking outside the box. Appreciate they can’t be too crazy but where is the element of creativity and design in this show. Same format, same result every year. No longer a Block fan as the show/contestants don’t seem to have evolved from the initial few years. I don’t bother with most of the magazines and books on offer in the design and interior market either these days. Homes have become bland, show pieces for the masses. All in my opinion, of course :))
I loved Madi and Jarrod’s Kitchen it was my immediate favourite it just feels good! (i think it’s the warm and calming colour palatte.) I was’nt a huge fan of Matt and Kim’s kitchen when i saw it on the show last night but with the angle of this photograph hiding the sillouete cabnient they put in, it’s actually become my new favourtie! Thanks for the post Jen! I’m officially block addicted.
I could have sworn Matt and Kim’s kitchen floor was gloss white?! What is that flooring in the photo?
It was white, Elise. I assume they changed it later in the competition. They often make changes between room reveal and the end when they auction off (perhaps they decided white was impractical). These pictures came from Freedom Kitchens. Hope that clears that up! Jen
I know that when I see things in real life as opposed to online or in magazines they can be surprisingly so different….that’s why I trust the judges when they make their final decisions re the winners. I noticed a few changes with chairs/ stools in units 4 & 5 too…..not sure why Jarrod and Madi changed their beautiful stools…..I suspect budget issues resulted in going from designer ones to the freedom stools.
Hi
Do you know where the pendant lights in
Trixie and Johnnos kitchen are from?
Not sure. Have you tried the Block Shop?
I found where the gorgeous timber & iron stools are from… http://www.bambouhome.com.au/online-furniture-homewares/stools-ottomans/seville-bar-stool. I love them!
hi
i notice that Kim and Matt have changed their floor and stools in the kitchen reveal promo photo.
really would love to know where they got the timber kitchen barstools featured in the marking week
regards
You’re right, they have! Try theblockshop.com.au