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You can only make a first impression once: Block facades

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This week, not only did the contestants complete their front facades and yards, but they also finished off anything they needed to inside. And finally, after three long months, The Block 2023 is finished! Last night, it was time for one last visit from the judges, with special guest garden guru Dave Franklin joining in again. Here’s who scored what and why.

Leah and Ash (First place) 38 points

From the Contour 3D fence to the battens, pond and plants, Darren was impressed before he even walked into Leah and Ashโ€™s front yard and once he made it through the gate, the praise kept coming. Contrasting yet complementing elements brought the old and new together, he saidโ€ฆ and he liked what he saw.

The mix of concrete and granite steppers, well-planned plant selection and undulating tiers, plus the old homeโ€™s plans turned into garage wallpaper, were a beautiful touch, they agreed, topped off by a front garden bench Marty could already imagine prospective buyers using as they fell in love with the home. In all, he said, this was โ€œturnkey and finishedโ€ and thatโ€™s what buyers want.

Steph and Gian (Second place) 37.5 points

From the stacked stone fireplace, wide frontage, pebble and travertine path and a garden that looks well established, Gian and Stephโ€™s front yard was, Shaynna said: โ€œa show stopper!โ€ And while she admired the magnolia tree, complete with a pair of nesting owls and Dave counted the different species used in the garden (at least 20, he said, and definitely something for every season), Marty looked at the practicality, noting this was the only Block house that could boast off-street parking for six cars.

Inside, a lack of light in the foyer was a problem, Shaynna said, but for Darren, the dark and moody exterior, a contrast to the minimalist inside, just won. It was a blend, he said, that: โ€œreally, really worked!โ€

Kristy and Brett (Third place) 35 points

A unique and incredible entry, Shaynna said as the judges walked into Kristy and Brettโ€™s front yard, with Darren noting the Design 10 charred black timber married with the colour palette chosen for the James Hardie cladding all played perfectly against the original bricks.

A perfect blend of hard and soft, Dave said and a huge improvement over the backyard the couple had presented a week ago โ€“ he even defended the imperfect paint on the back of the gate by pointing out it had rained overnight.

Into the garage, the judges admired the choice of floor and the way it all flowed into the home โ€“ overall, Marty said, it was a space that will appeal to many and that is vital come auction day.

Eliza and Liberty (Fourth place) 34.5 points

โ€œBest on The Block!โ€ the judges said of Eliza and Libertyโ€™s timber clad garage door, the ideal accompaniment to a garden that incorporated hedging, lawn, seating area and an arbour set against Bluegum Colorbond and blond brick with timber look Aluplast windows and doors to come together harmoniously. โ€œIt really works,โ€ they agreed.

Martyโ€™s only concern was how buyers will find the front door, tucked down the side as it is, but once there, the entry was grand and inviting. In the garage, a Porsche theme Grafico mural brought smiles – especially from Marty, who said while house 5 might not have the most land, it ticks all the boxes buyers will be looking for.

Kyle and Leslie (Fifth place) 32.5 points

With a calming water feature and hi-tech Aussie Turntable driveway feature, this garden caught the judges with its perfect blend of old and new. A perfect match to the back yard, Dave pointed out, with Darren impressed by the diagonal lines and the detailing in the Dover White Colorbond cladding and how it contrasted in the design of the garden with the round steppers and the planting.

Add in the Holcim Geostone driveway, Auto remote access garage door and it all made, Marty summed up, for โ€œa great first impression!โ€ The grey paint choice for the faรงade left them wondering however, but overall, they agreed it was the ideal face to a beautiful home.

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Funnily enough, I've never wantedย a pool but that may be because I grew up in England!๐Ÿคฃ

The votes are in for Australia's best pools and we have them all on the blog today. Via link in bio.

From tiny backyardย plunge pools to big family pools with slides, acreage pools, Hamptonsย pools, shipping container pools, pools with views, spas and glass windows, pools on sloping blocksย and everything you could think of in between!

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At the weekend, Seb asked if he could put a box of At the weekend, Seb asked if he could put a box of drawings out the front of the house to sell and raise money for the homeless at Christmas.

Of course I planned to sneak my own coins into the box when he wasn't looking, but then a lovely passer by left this note and $5 in an envelope "To the artist" and made his day ๐Ÿฅฐ

I want my kids to be kind and empathetic above all else โค๏ธ You bet I'm proud of him for coming up with this idea himself.

And as grownups, let's be the people who leave a note and encourage this sort of thing ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป
A or (swipe) B? This divine coloured concrete Jun A or (swipe) B?

This divine coloured concrete Juno bath from @nood_co (available in 21 colours) or this fluted number (available in 1500 or 1700mm length) from @highgrovebathrooms?

Baths are no longer the basic that you choose all your statement tiles and tapware around. Now the tub can BE the statement!

Just two of the new products featured in this week's bathroom roundup, on the blog now via link in bio.

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Victorians, are you still allowed to have gas in y Victorians, are you still allowed to have gas in your home? We share the ins and outs on what you need to know about the new rule in Victoria when it comes to your energy.

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Our ever popular top places to buy Australian bed Our ever popular top places to buy Australian bed linen online post has been updated for 2023! Head to the blog now via link in bio to get some bedroom inspiration!

Whether you liked classic stripes, fun florals, moody linen or cotton covers, we have something for you!

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The owner of Noosa homewares and furniture mecca @ The owner of Noosa homewares and furniture mecca @coastalvintage, Sally Oulton travels the globe looking for amazing interior finds. And now you can join her on one of her bespoke interior sourcing tours to Bali where youโ€™ll be taken far from the crowds to discover the best homewares and furniture that the Indonesian paradise has to offer. Read all about it via link in bio.

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