WEEK 1:

MAIN BATHROOM

Kristian and Mimi, despite having the smallest budget for the largest room, were ecstatic with their finished product. Their efforts paid off as the judges showered them with praise. Shaynna was captivated by the room's harmonious blend of tones and textures, particularly the stunning watery tiles. Marty declared it a huge success, emphasising its potential to significantly increase the home's value. Darren was equally impressed, highlighting the beautiful materials and the seamless integration of the floor tiles with the Beaumont's Clay Ocean Tile on the walls.

WEEK 3:

MASTER ENSUITE

Kristian and Mimi's ensuite is the largest of the week, but its size might be its biggest downfall. The judges were shocked by the massive shower, which they found to be impractical and poorly placed. Marty criticized the lack of a bath for such a large space, while Shaynna appreciated the vanity but found the overall style too heavy-handed and cliché. Kristian and Mimi left a note explaining the unfinished elements, which the judges saw as excuses. 

WEEK 7:

MEZZANINE ENSUITE

Kristian and Mimi, who previously won with their first bathroom, faced challenges designing their second guest bathroom. Despite a $27,722 budget, they created a space that impressed Marty. Shaynna and Darren, however, disagreed with the timber panelling on the ceiling, finding it off-balancing and formulaic. While Marty appreciated the consistency and warmth the panelling brought to the room, Shaynna and Darren preferred a more unique and exciting design. Despite some critiques, the judges acknowledged the room's marketability and Kristian and Mimi's overall consistency in style.

WEEK 10:

GUEST BEDROOM & LAUNDRY

Kristian and Mimi finished their rooms this week, spending $34,160. Despite their efforts, the judges were critical. They found the door latch installed incorrectly and were disappointed that the room wasn't switched back to the rumpus as suggested. While Shaynna liked the room's look and feel, she considered the lack of an ensuite impractical. Marty labeled the house "a hard sell" due to these changes and choices. However, the judges appreciated the laundry, with Darren calling it "the laundry of the day."

WEEK 12:

BACKYARD

Kristian and Mimi, with the help of experienced Block landscaper Troy Lovett, transformed their large backyard into a stunning outdoor oasis. The judges were impressed by the beautiful pool area, the coastal elements, and the clever use of a boat as shelving. However, they were disappointed by the lack of a barbecue, considering it's backyard week on The Block. While the judges acknowledged the privacy of the space, they felt that the barbecue should have been placed in the backyard, as it's a quintessential Australian outdoor feature.

WEEK 13:

FRONT YARD

Kristian and Mimi finished their front yard and balcony. The judges liked the unique features, such as the boat driveway and palm tree privacy. The porch and balcony were praised, but improvements like a drop ceiling and fireplace were suggested. The smaller living and dining spaces were a challenge, but the retractable screens and pool view were positive. The barbecue was impressive but better suited downstairs. Overall, the judges recognized the effort and care in House 5, despite layout issues.