Gizzy couple, Amy and Stu, are crowned the winners of The Block NZ 2018 taking home an impressive $169,500 prize. We take a closer look at their winning home.
Inside Amy and Stu’s winning million dollar home from The Block NZ
Twelve weeks of DIY and drama came to an exciting close with Amy and Stu being crowned as the winners of The Block NZ 2018.
The fast-paced auction was nerve-wracking for the contestants as they watched the auctioneers from Ray White Real Estate working hard to push the bidding along. All the townhouses sold for over $900,000 but Amy and Stu’s house was the only property to hit the million dollar mark.
Over the course of the competition, Amy and Stu made Block NZ history racking up seven room reveal wins thanks to their skilful knack for creating stylish spaces. Their impeccably styled home no doubt helped to sway the bidders and the Gizzy duo sold their the sun-soaked corner site for $1,009,500 – giving them a winning profit of $69,500 plus $100,000 cash prize.
Amy and Stu were also named the winners of the prestigious People’s Choice Award, decided by public vote, and receive a brand new Suzuki S-Cross Prestige. Amy said: “Thank you New Zealand – right back at you! We couldn’t have done it without you and we are so incredibly grateful for all your support.” Stu added: “Thank you Suzuki and New Zealand – proud to be representing Gizzy Hard!”
The Results
Claire & Agni: house one – $30,000 (sold for $950,000)
Ben & Tom: house two – $57,000 (sold for $987,000)
Chlo & Em: house three – $11,500 (sold for $921,500)
Amy & Stu: house four – $69,500 (sold for $1,009,500)
Scroll to take a tour through Amy and Stu’s winning home:
Watch the judges’ comments
Amy and Stu’s entrance and powder room came out on top. The judges loved the polished plaster on the walls and their choice of tiles.
Judge Jason Bonham loved the choice of tiles in Amy and Stu’s laundry.
The judges thought the layout of Amy and Stu’s laundry was perfect.
Amy chose a bold wallpaper for the powder room, which the judges loved.
Their guest bedroom was themed “desert chic”. The judges thought they had nailed the brief.
The stairwell leading up to the top floor has plenty of natural light thanks to the three skylights above it.
A pastel, abstract artwork sits at the bottom of the staircase leading up to Amy and Stu’s kitchen, living and dining space.
Custom cabinetry and feature tiles in Amy and Stu’s kitchen.
The sunshine yellow tiles also feature in the butlers pantry behind the kitchen.
The dining room leads off from the kitchen.
A smaller lounge and extra storage space also sits to the side of the kitchen.
Watch the judges comments: [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/121c5088-8069-41b4-8a1d-23d11db9fe47_default/index.html?videoId=5840671437001″]
Amy and Stu’s patio space made room for both dining and entertaining.
Although the walls are Resene Rice Cake, Amy and Stu’s signature colour still comes through in the curtains.
In the main lounge, caramel colours the walls.
The judges were once again impressed by Amy and Stu’s ability to create a unique and stylish space.
The judges loved the mosaic feature wall.
More yellow accents feature in the family bathroom.
The master bedroom is a calming space.
The judges loved Amy and Stu’s room saying it was fresh and beautifully accessorised.
The bathroom was also another stand out space with its statement tiles, timber front vanity and thoughtful accessories.
The ensuite in the master bedroom is a pretty, feminine space.
The judges loved the use of mottled glass for the shower. It creates privacy and also helps to bounce the light around the space.
Amy and Stu’s kids room was a fun and playful space for a little girl.
The judges thought the loft space in Amy and Stu’s kids room took the room to the next level and loved how to could also be used as storage.
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