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Week 8: Britt and Taz
The room: Guest suite
Cash spent: $33,804 (Budget: $30,000)
Score: 19/30 (fifth place)
Shaynna Blaze loved the colour palette and the textures chosen for the room, plus “the way that this is laid out as a guest, so it does have that beautiful invitation to it”.
Britt and Taz chose to create a fully self-contained space in their guest suite, including a kitchenette and separate entrance
Challenges with waterproofing and a super-tight schedule meant that Britt and Taz struggled to finish their guest suite, but they did manage to create a beautiful space that showcased the modern organic luxury the couple have become known for.
The addition of a kitchenette made the suite self-contained, with a separate entrance, and opened the possibility that the space could be rented out for extra income for the eventual buyer, a great choice in a holiday location such as Daylesford. Marty Fox felt it was a great inclusion and would add value to the home.
Shaynna Blaze was a big fan of the ribbed profile on the kitchen cabinetry, which complemented the timber wall panels. She also applauded the size of the rug in the bedroom and the generous bedside tables.
“I really like the treatment of the colours in this room,” said Darren Palmer. “I think it’s really pretty.”
The colour palette of the ensuite was a little different to the rest of the house, with Britt choosing some deep pinks and burgundies. Sadly, it was unfinished, so the full reveal of the space will have to come later.
Design tip
Timber wall panels, or wainscoting, is a great way to add character and texture to a room. Britt and Taz chose to stain their timber panels a dark walnut to bring in a layer of extra richness.
What colour paint did they use?
The paint colour that Britt and Taz used in their guest suite was Colorbond ‘Paperbark’.
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Tuscano Sand Structured Textured Tile
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*Not all products depicted in The Block room reveal imagery were supplied by Bunnings Warehouse.
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Health & Safety
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
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