The Block is officially back for its 21st season and the contestants this year are pulling out all the stops to transform their Daylesford digs into dream homes.
Emma and Ben, Han and Can, Britt and Taz, Sonny and Alicia, and Robby and Mat have set the stakes high, and of course, with every Room Reveal comes the chance to pocket $10,000.
With the room reveals underway, here are the winners.
Who won The Block Backyard and Pool– Week 11
This week on The Block, the Backyard and Pool challenge put the teams’ creativity and practicality to the test, with only one team truly impressing the judges.
Emma and Ben came out on top, wowing with a luxurious backyard featuring native plantings, a fruit orchard, a fire pit with seating, and a cleverly positioned wine cellar that combined style with function.
Robby and Mat delivered a whimsical, “Dr Seuss-like” backyard that impressed with its unique layout, earning them second place.
Britt and Taz created a functional backyard, but the judges felt it lacked standout features compared to the leading teams.
Sonny and Alicia produced a classic Australian-style backyard, but the design was seen as safe and conventional, earning fourth place.
Han and Can struggled with their Japanese-inspired backyard, which drew criticism for its harsh elements and potential safety concerns. While functional, the judges felt it didn’t fully realise their original vision.
The judges gave Emma and Ben the highest score of the week with their additional point from the gnome.
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($19,375)
Their backyard and pool area impressed with luxury touches, including native plantings, a fruit orchard, a fire pit with seating, and a strategically placed wine cellar.
House 2 – Han & Can ($9,753)
Their Japanese-inspired backyard faced criticism for harsh elements and potential safety concerns. While functional, it didn’t fully realise their original concept.
Total score: 31½
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($40,348)
Created a functional backyard that balanced style and practicality, though the judges felt it lacked standout features compared to the top teams.
Total score: 37¾
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($18,551)
Produced a classic Australian-style backyard that was practical and well-executed, though considered safe and conventional.
Total score: 36¾
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($57,151)
Delivered a whimsical, “Dr Seuss-like” backyard that impressed with its unique layout and creativity.
Total score: 38
Who won The Block back Alfresco– Week 10
This week on The Block, the Alfresco Terrace and Stratco Shed tested the teams’ creativity and practicality, with only one team really impressing the judges.
Robby and Mat came out on top, wowing with a sleek alfresco space and a wine cellar that perfectly balanced style and function, alongside a shed that complemented their overall design vision.
Sonny and Alicia delivered a functional alfresco area and shed, but the judges felt the spaces lacked standout features compared to the other teams.
Emma and Ben’s expansive alfresco terrace was ambitious and impressive in scale, but the judges questioned its practicality and how well it aligned with the rest of the home.
Han and Can faced budget constraints that impacted their alfresco and shed designs, and while the spaces were functional, the judges felt they didn’t fully realise their original concept.
The judges gave Robby and Mat a perfect score of 30.
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($35,167)
Their alfresco terrace impressed with ambition and scale, including a golf simulator in the shed, but the judges questioned its practicality.
Total score: 26
House 2 – Han & Can ($40,455)
Budget constraints impacted their alfresco and shed designs.
Total score: 21
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($37,930)
Delivered a stylish alfresco and shed, with clever design choices that balanced functionality and aesthetic appeal, impressing the judges.
Total score: 27
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($38,215)
Presented a functional alfresco area and shed, which were practical and well-executed, though lacking standout features compared to other teams.
Total score: 29
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($34,232)
Came out on top with a sleek alfresco space and impressive wine cellar, alongside a shed that complemented their overall design.
Total score: 30
Who won The Block Back-of-House– Week 9
This week on The Block, the back-of-house reveals tested the teams’ creativity and practicality, with only one team really impressing the judges.
Britt and Taz came out on top, wowing with their expansive Freedom Kitchens joinery, earthy surfaces, and a clever floorplan that kept their laundry and butler’s pantry separate yet functional.
Robby and Mat presented a European-style laundry in their garage, which left the judges a little confused, though the space was functional.
Sonny and Alicia’s powder room was stunning, but the judges questioned the practicality of some of their design choices.
Han and Can went all out with fancy vehicles and statement lighting in the garage, but the judges felt it didn’t fully align with the overall design of the home.
The judges gave Britt and Taz the win with a score of 28.
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($35,167)
Delivered a beautiful space with chestnut wood accents and an elevated laundry machine, praised as “genius.”
Total score: 22
House 2 – Han & Can – ($40,455)
The layout changes and colour palette were well-received, though some elements were still in progress.
Total score: 27.5
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($37,930)
Impressed with a clever floor plan that kept the laundry and butler’s pantry separate yet functional.
Total score: 28
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($38,215)
The mudroom was a highlight, with Darren noting it left him in awe. The garage also received praise. However, the layout of the laundry and pantry was questioned, lacking the “wow” factor.
Total score: 25.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($34,232)
Presented a European-style laundry in the garage, which left the judges confused. Despite the unique choice, the space was functional.
Total score: 23
Who won The Block Guest Suite– Week 8
This week was tough, with only two houses completing both of the rooms for the guest suite.
Emma and Ben came out on top with a “close to perfect” space.
Sonny and Alicia also completed the suite but were called out on an unforgiving paint colour.
Han and Can had unfinished elements, as did Britt and Taz and Robby and Mat, who all presented incomplete suites.
The judges gave Emma and Ben the win with a score of 29.5.
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($17,871)
Delivered a near-perfect suite praised for its luxury and layout.
Total score: 29.5
House 2 – Han & Can ($16,024)
Confident design but unfinished and lacking warmth.
Total score: 23.5
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($12,496)
An incomplete suite that missed the mark.
Total score: 19
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($17,104)
Bold, boutique feel but moody tones divided the judges.
Total score: 28
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($16,837)
Homely and polished, though unfinished in parts.
Total score: 20.5
Who won The Block Kitchen – Week 7
One of the biggest weeks of the contest, the kitchen reveals served up big scores, bold designs and plenty of debate.
Emma and Ben impressed with a stylish, modern-country space, though the fridge placement left judges divided.
Han and Can’s all-white kitchen split opinions even further, with Shaynna calling it soulless while Marty praised its simplicity.
Britt and Taz wowed with their luxe finishes and expansive island bench, delivering a show-stopping space that secured them equal first place.
Sonny and Alicia nailed the layout but were critiqued for playing it safe, while Robby and Mat’s warm and sophisticated design struck the perfect Daylesford note.
The judges gave Britt and Taz and Robby and Mat the shared win with a score of 28.5
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($12,223)
The pair fixed their layout but put the fridge in the wrong spot.
Total score: 26
House 2 – Han & Can ( $20,845)
The space was too white for Shaynna but Marty disagreed.
Total score: 26.5
House 3 – Britt & Taz ( $17,968)
Everyone loved the place with the pair sharing the win with the boys.
Total score: 28.5
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($12,103)
Bland and navy space.
Total score: 27
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($19,413)
The “most Daylesford kitchen” seen today was Marty’s first impression.
Total score: 28.5
Who won The Block Rumpus Room – Week 6
Dubbed the week of fun, the rumpus room reveals brought plenty of drama and plenty of surprises.
Emma and Ben impressed with a functional space that hit the brief perfectly, while Sonny and Alicia delivered a moody, Daylesford-inspired design that wowed the judges with its warmth.
Britt and Taz, however, missed the mark with their wellness-inspired concept, and Robby and Mat’s pared-back room failed to excite.
Han and Can once again proved they’re the ones to beat, delivering a luxe, cinema-style room that stole the show and took out the win.
The judges gave Han and Can the win with a score of 29.25.
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($8,700)
The green ceiling made for a cosy space, though not quite kid-friendly.
Total score: 28
House 2 – Han & Can ($11,570)
Styled an impressive entertainment zone despite setbacks.
Total score: 29.25
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($10,872)
The wellness concept fell flat with the judges.
Total score: 20.5
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($10,846)
Burgundy tones brought warmth and a Daylesford feel.
Total score: 27.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($9,986)
Unfinished and lacking warmth.
Total score: 18
Who won The Block Living and Dining Room – Week 5
Penned as one of the most important rooms, the living and dining week delivered huge highs and, as usual, lots of lows.
Emma and Ben delivered an underwhelming space, as did Sonny and Alicia who copped slack for how small their space was.
Han and Can delivered with a luxe feeling space, where the heavy price tags truly delivered.
The win came down to Britt and Taz and Robby and Mat, with House 3 nearly securing the win if it wasn’t for the couch positioning.
The boys took out the win by one point.
The judges gave Robby and Mat the win with an overall score of 29.5.
House 1 – Emma & Ben (22,269)
The layout wasn’t right and it felt underwhelming.
Total score: 22
House 2 – Han & Can ($32,412)
Everything worked in this room for the girls.
Total score: 27.5
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($33,585)
The house would’ve been all 10’s with the couch in the right place.
Total score: 28.5
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($19,999)
Spacing was all off and the space felt small and cluttered.
Total score: 21
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($21,225)
The boys nailed it, taking out the win.
Total score: 29.5
Who won The Block Main Bedrooms– Week 4
Coming into the main bedroom and walk-in robe week, the pressure was on to deliver big, bold designs that felt both luxurious and functional.
Britt and Taz stole the show, impressing the judges with a sophisticated yet warm space that balanced scale, style and comfort.
Sonny and Alicia leaned into a glamorous palette with bold features, but their layout left the judges questioning functionality.
Robby and Mat brought plenty of personality to their room, though the execution didn’t quite match the ambition.
Han and Can’s risk-taking was not loved by the judges this week, with Marty sharing that he hated the blue feature wall behind the bed.
The judges ended up handing Britt and Taz the win with an overall score of 29.
House 1 – Emma & Ben (24,575)
Roomy and loving the curved behead but a few misses.
Total score: 28
House 2 – Han & Can ($18,643)
The blue feature wall was a no-no, but the walk-in robe was a yes.
Total score: 20
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($15,074)
Mr and Mrs “organic coastal luxury”.
Total score: 29
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($19,172)
The aesthetic is giving a “dated hotel” and a lot of things are unfinished.
Total score: 21.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($17,933)
“As one room, it’s really hard to fault”, Marty shared.
Total score: 25
Who won The Block Main Ensuite – Week 3
Coming into the main ensuite week, a few of the couples had backfired from the risks that they took.
Britt and Taz wowed the judges with a sleek, spa-like retreat that blended luxury and practicality.
Sonny and Alicia chose statement tiles and gold fixtures, but lost points for storage and layout issues.
Robby and Mat’s ensuite had a lot of personality but fell short on functionality, with the judges dubbing it “quirky, but not quite five-star ready.”
The judges ended up handing Han and Can the win with an overall score of 29 (nearly full marks).
House 1 – Emma & Ben (20,269)
Their curved wall feature was a big tick.
Total score: 28
House 2 – Han & Can ($26,753)
The amber resin bath was the show-stopping feature.
Total score: 29
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($24,273)
Quite cramped and the area is small.
Total score: 21.5
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($18,146)
Minimalist, but moving the door has created some problems.
Total score: 26.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($15,900)
The 3000 travertine tiles paid off but the room was “playing it safe.”
Total score: 27.5
Who won The Block Kids’ Room – Week 2
After a busy first week, the blockheads dived straight into a double challenge; having to produce two kids’ bedrooms each.
Britt and Taz made a comeback from last week with a space that had judges swooning.
Sonny and Alicia nailed budget week with bold wallpaper choices but copped flak for TV placement and that the styling of the room was a bit “too adult.”
Meanwhile, Robby and Mat’s playful first room couldn’t save them from a wardrobe malfunction and a second space the judges penned as “Nan’s sleepover suite.”
The judges ended up handing Britt and Taz the win with an overall score of 28.
Here’s how all the rooms stacked up:
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($17,554)
Depth of colour and richness of the textures.
Total score: 25.6
House 2 – Han & Can ($15,477)
Colour palette in the second room was on point but a few pieces were unfinished.
Total score: 24
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($16,970)
Lots of ‘yums’ from the judges this week, taking out the win.
Total score: 28
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($14,970)
The tiny TV lost them some points but the pink bedroom was a yes.
Total score: 24.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($24,432)
A few bits and bobs not quite complete!
Total score: 20.5
Who won The Block Main Bathroom – Week 1
The brand-new group of Blockheads was spared no easy first week, with a glue disaster striking just 27 hours before the room reveals.
Yep, utter chaos.
Britt and Taz, Sonny and Alicia and Robby and Mat all saw themselves in a glue-ge problem when they realised they had used the wrong glue.
Meanwhile, Han and Can thought they had things under control (which you should never think whilst under The Block crunch), but with only one tiler and floor-to-ceiling tiles being required, the pair were unable to finish their space in time.
The judges ended up handing Robby and Mat the win with an overall score of 26.5.
Here’s how all the rooms stacked up:
House 1 – Emma & Ben ($22,552)
Strong colours and texture, but that curved nib wall? Not a fave.
Total score: 24
House 2 – Han & Can ($19,711)
Half-finished and the styling didn’t hit the mark.
Total score: 19.5
House 3 – Britt & Taz ($21,350)
Nice tones and a fresh feel.
Total score: 24
House 4 – Sonny & Alicia ($14,739)
Loved the Daylesford-inspired colour palette and layout. Missed the win by one point!
Total score: 25.5
House 5 – Robby & Mat ($25,394)
Nailed it with great functionality and styling. Taking out the win.
Total score: 26.5
Keep an eye on this page for all the winners of the room reveals.
