The Block NZ

Check out the DIY duos taking on The Block NZ this year Meet the new teams tackling The Block NZ 2017 This year, four new DIY teams are stepping up to the plate to take on the challenge of The Block NZ, under the watchful eye of hosts Mark Richardson and Shelley Ferguson. This season […]

The resident Scotsman from TV3’s The Block NZ demonstrates how to put your own spin on budget-friendly finds. First up, an industrial cage light Materials Candle holder from Kmart Matte black spray paint 40x20mm vitex wood Pencil and square Handsaw 30mm wood screws Cordless power drill and screwdriver bit/screwdriver Light fitting (we got ours from  The […]

From The Block NZ to The Bloc in Mt Eden, this creative couple have soared to new heights since their reality TV win, and the proof is in their newly opened homeware store Alex and Corban’s homeware store at The Block Collective After the success of their pop-up store last Christmas and steady sales online, […]

Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies were still on a high from winning the fourth series of The Block NZ when they found a dream site on which to build their first home Why thinking fast paid off Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies were quick to act on their long-held goal of buying land in Queenstown with the winnings […]

Which team’s interior style did you favour from The Block NZ ‘create a cover’ challenge? Recreate the looks at your place with these winning pieces from Freedom Niki and Tiff’s cover shot 1 Burst mirror in Gold, $199 (72cm).  2 Archer vessel in Cream, $24.95 (26cm). 3 Madras round rug in Natural, $399 (250cm). 4 […]

Homes to Love caught up with The Block NZ dream team Sam and Emmett to ask them all your burning questions in quick succession… and the results are hilarious! Meet Sam and Emmett from The Block NZ 2016 Get to know Sam and Emmett a bit better here. Sam is a business development manager and Emmett […]

Sam and Emmett walked away with a record profit from last night’s auction of their Meadowbank, Auckland townhouse. Take a look around the winning home… Sam and Emmett win The Block NZ 2016! Wellington flatmates Sam Cable and Emmett Vallender made a record profit on The Block NZ when their Meadowbank, Auckland townhouse sold for […]

Catch up with all the action from outdoor week on The Block NZ where the teams ran the gamut from Mediterranean-style luxe to nice and natural The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3.

Five teams faced a monster challenge when they set about converting an eight-sided Melbourne hotel in the latest The Block Australia. In the first of a two-part series, we look back at some of the dizzying highs and lowest lows of those first weeks Words by: Erin Miller. Photography by: Michael Gordon Hill. [related_articles post1=”47849″ […]

We catch up with all the previous winners of The Block NZ to find out how the show changed their lives, what they’re doing now – and if they’ve lifted a paintbrush since! Libby and Ben Crawford, 2012 Entering The Block NZ competition in 2012 can’t have been an easy decision. Given that it hadn’t […]

The Block NZ site foreman Peter Wolfkamp is used to cracking the whip when it comes to managing projects. Here are his top 10 renovation tips 1 Planning Peter: Tradies love working with an organised client. It can mean getting the job done quicker and staying on budget. Changing things and indecision cost time and […]

The Block NZ season four winners Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies fulfilled their dream of building in Queenstown with a light, spacious home that takes its design cues from the surrounding environment  Who lives here?  Brooke Thompson (accountant), and Mitch Davies (plumber), plus Chopper the dog and Ruby the kitten. Their story Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies […]

Homes to Love caught up with The Block NZ dream team Niki and Tiff to ask them all your burning questions in quick succession… and the results might surprise you! Meet Niki and Tiff from The Block NZ 2016 Tiff is currently based in Melbourne with her boyfriend of four-and-a-half years where she works as a set […]

The entrance sets the tone for the whole house, which is why it’s so important to strike the right tone in this space. Find out who won entrance and stairway week on The Block NZ… Niki and Tiff’s entrance and stairs Emma and Courtney’s entrance and stairs Dyls and Dylz’s entrance and stairs Sam and […]

Last night’s room reveal left Sam and Emmett in first place with their kitchen and dining room… Niki and Tiff’s kitchen and dining room Dyls and Dylz’ kitchen and dining room Sam and Emmett’s kitchen and dining room Emma and Courtney’s kitchen and dining room The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on […]

Niki and Tiff took out master bedroom week. We’ve rounded up the must-watch judges’ comments for each of the team’s rooms Dyls and Dylz Niki and Tiff Emma and Courtney Sam and Emmett [gallery_link num_photos=”63″ media=”https://www.yourhomeandgarden.co.nz//wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2016/07/NTMaster1.jpg” link=”/inside-homes/the-block-nz/master-bedroom-ensuite” title=”See all the master bedroom looks here”] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – […]

With a focal piece of art as the inspiration, the teams set about styling a room fit for the cover of Your Home and Garden magazine. Here is all the behind the scenes action from the challenge day on The Block NZ… Emma and Courtney Emma and Courtney’s styling inspiration was this minimal, architectural artwork called […]

This clever DIY project combines storage, a building platform and – when the masterpiece is complete – a display area, all in one Tools you will need: Measuring tape; pencil; handsaw; square; hammer; drill; sandpaper; paint brush; drop sheet; screwdriver. How to Buy a piece of 1800 x 600 x 18mm dressed pine. Cut out 2 […]

Last night’s room reveal left Dyls and Dylz in first place with their laidback living room look. We’ve rounded up all four looks in case you missed last night’s show… Watch the judges comment on Dyls and Dylz’s winning living room Watch the judges comment on Emma and Courtney’s living room Watch the judges comment on […]

Last weekend’s room reveal left Niki and Tiff in first place again with their master bedroom and ensuite…

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Dyls and Dylz featured in their guest bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Get the look Leather chair from Nood Bed base from Freedom Candles from Freedom Wall and ceiling colour in […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Emma and Courtney featured in their guest bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look at your place  Get the look Chair from Freedom Bed base from Freedom Pendant lights from Freedom Wall in ‘Half Duck […]

This time around, Sam and Emmett get second place for their guest bedroom styling. Here’s how they got the look… Get the look In case you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Sam and Emmett featured in their guest bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Niki and Tiff featured in their winning guest bedroom, as seen on The Block NZ, to help you create a similar look at your place Get the look Light shades Rug Pot pant and plant from Palmers Leather chair […]

Australia’s The Block All Stars saw some famous Aussie duos back on screen, battling it out between other The Block veterans. Here we look back at the 2014 series first room reveal: the bedroom Mark & Duncan  The two “fat tradies”, who first appeared in the 2010 series, reached new heights with their room. They describe […]

As The Block NZ teams take on guest bedroom week, we take a look back at last seasons’ line up of guest bedrooms [related_articles post1=”48946″ post2=”47967″] Watch the judges comment on Sam and Emmett’s disastrous guest bedroom styling from week one! The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3.

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Dyls and Dylz featured in their bathroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Get the look Shower tapware Shower dumper Freestanding bathfiller Single lever basin mixer Towel rail Toilet roll holder […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Emma and Courtney featured in their bathroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look at your place  Get the look Shower tapware Basin Basin mixer Bath Waterfall bath spout Vanity Toilet Toilet roll […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Sam and Emmett featured in their bathroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Get the look Shower tapware Handtowel holder Bath Bath spout Vanity Mirror cabinet  Toilet Toilet roll holder Robe […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Niki and Tiff featured in their winning bathroom, as featured on The Block NZ, to help you create a similar look at your place Get the look Tap Bath/Shower mixer Basin Bath Toilet Towel rail Vanity Madras mat […]

Bathroom week on The Block is always stressful and expensive. We take a look back at some of our past seasons’ favourites and see how they compare The Block NZ: Take a look back at the past bathrooms The stress and budget are always high when it comes to bathrooms on The Block NZ. Watch […]

The Block NZ host and editor of Your Home and Garden, Shelley Ferguson, shares her top tips for achieving a creative kid’s room that’s full of individuality and personality. From encouraging sleep to adding fun zones and a sense of adventure, these tricks will have children falling in love with their bedrooms in no time […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Niki and Tiff featured in their off-brief kids’ bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Watch the judges comment on Niki and Tiff’s kids’ bedroom Get the look Natural rug Grey vessel […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Sam and Emmett featured in their winning kids’ bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Watch the judges comment on Sam and Emmett’s kids’ bedroom Get the look Bed Bedside table Copper […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Emma and Courtney featured in their kids’ bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Watch the judges comment on Emma and Courtney’s kids’ bedroom Get the look Bed Blue desk stool Blackboard […]

Don’t worry if you missed last night’s room reveal – we’ve found some of the pieces that Dyls and Dylz featured in their kids’ bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Watch the judges comment on Dyls and Dylz’s kids’ bedroom Get the look Bedside table Duvet set Pendant […]

As The Block fever grips the nation, we take a look back to 2014 when The Block Sky High Australia teams revealed their bold, brave apartment designs  Trixie & Johnno Lucky winners of the penthouse in the first challenge, Queenslanders Trixie, 37, and Johnno, 40, have gutted and rebuilt a couple of homes and spruced […]

With one week down on The Block NZ, the competition is tight, as each team reveal their individual taste in their given rooms. [related_articles post1=”48323″ post2=”48292″] [related_articles post1=”48310″ post2=”48316″] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3. [related_articles post1=”72167″ post2=”72200″]

As The Block teams begin tackling kids bedrooms, we take a look back at some of our past seasons’ favourites

We’ve found some of the pieces that Sam and Emmett featured in their guest bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look Watch the judges comment on Sam and Emmett’s guest bedroom [related_articles post1=”48310″ post2=”48292″] Meet Sam and Emmett [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/797ed626-7410-4a4d-9162-66574fcd0979_default/index.html?videoId=4919523100001″] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm […]

We’ve found some of the pieces that Niki and Tiff featured in their living room this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look [related_articles post1=”48310″ post2=”48316″] [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/797ed626-7410-4a4d-9162-66574fcd0979_default/index.html?videoId=4919523099001″] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3.

In your eyes, which team from The Block NZ created the best room? Take your pick! The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3. [related_articles post1=”39929″ post2=”36714″]

We’ve found some of the pieces that Emma and Courtney featured in their master bedroom this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look [related_articles post1=”48310″ post2=”48316″] [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/797ed626-7410-4a4d-9162-66574fcd0979_default/index.html?videoId=4919525918001″] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3.

We’ve found some of the pieces that Dyls and Dylz featured in their dining room this week on The Block NZ to help you create a similar look [related_articles post1=”48292″ post2=”32289″] [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/797ed626-7410-4a4d-9162-66574fcd0979_default/index.html?videoId=4919505063001″] The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3.

We’ve met the teams and seen the houses – but which of The Block NZ houses do you think holds the most resale potential? House 1 stats 2 bedrooms North-facing living 1 bathroom + ensuite Open plan living/dining/kitchen Most usable garden space House 2 stats 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Open-plan living/dining/kitchen Indoor/outdoor flow Internal access garage [related_articles post1=”46583″ post2=”46585″] House […]

The wait is over Block-a-holics! The Block NZ is officially back with 4 new teams ready to take on 10 weeks of game-changing renovations. After meeting the teams tonight, who are you backing to win? The Block NZ: Girls v Boys screens Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday, 7.30pm on TV3. [related_articles post1=”46655″ post2=”46652″]

Block-a-holics everywhere can start celebrating as season five of The Block NZ returns to Kiwi screens tonight, with Shelley Ferguson and Mark Richardson returning as season hosts Shelley Ferguson, challenge host Your Home and Garden managing editor, and previous judge on The Block NZ, Shelley Ferguson has a real passion for décor, design, real estate and renovating. […]

Alex Walls from The Block NZ presents one living room in two different colour concepts. Which one do you love? Why Alex Walls is loving these looks Right now I am super-excited about all the beautiful, dark and moody tones of green that have appeared, and I just could not wait to showcase one of them […]

Previously from The Block NZ, Marty joins the YH&G team to show us how to put together a desk that’s kind on your time and pocket Materials you will need 2 x bookcases;  2 x cans spray paint;  18mm plywood;  Click-in flooring;  Wood glue;  Timber surround;  Nails;  Clear varnish;  8 screws Tools you will need Tape measure; Hand […]

Block-a-holics can start to celebrate! Season five of The Block NZ returns to Kiwi screens on Sunday 29 May, and this time with a twist…. It’s girls vs boys! There’s a bit of a twist to this year’s season of The Block NZ! Gone are the loved up couples, this season we’re in the friend zone with […]

Architect Paul Izzard and interior designer Fiona McLeod join The Block NZ: Girls Vs Boys family as Room Reveal judges. Founder of leading New Zealand design firm IZZARD, Paul has over 20 years’ local and international experience in the design industry. Fiona has been involved in the interior design industry since 2002 and runs her […]

Dyls (27) and his mate Dylz (25) share the same nickname, they both have reno experience and are both fizzing with energy Meet Dyls and Dylz from The Block NZ 2016 Dyls is the epitome of the Kiwi bloke, he describes himself as being, ‘outgoing; goofy; playful; caring; intelligent; unrealistically ambitious, – a tornado’. He’s fizzing […]

Friends since their school days in Palmerston North, Sam (29) and Emmett (29) now flat together in the Aro Valley in Wellington Meet Sam and Emmett from The Block NZ 2016 Sam is a business development manager and Emmett is an HR advisor.  Sam describes himself as ‘polite to a fault’ and sometimes ‘too honest’. He’s […]

Representing the Deep South, Dunedin girls Emma (27) and Courtney (25) are bubbly, outgoing socialites Meet Emma and Courtney from The Block NZ 2016 They met four years ago through mutual friends and have been inseparable ever since.  They’re so close that Emma has even taken up residence in the spare room where Courtney lives with her fiancé […]

Niki (29) and Tiff (35) met when they were bridesmaids for one of their best friends. Tiff was the responsible one and found herself having to keep Niki in check, who was more interested in the social event, rather than doing her share of bridesmaid duties Meet Niki and Tiff from The Block NZ 2016 Tiff […]

The Block NZ winners Alex and Corban share a project close to their hearts –  the makeover of their very own office and studio space Snapshot Alex Walls: “Last year, Corban and I took over the lease of an old Korean karaoke bar on Auckland’s North Shore, as a base to run our businesses from. When […]

A budget of $10,000 and some fab styling and shopping skills helped The Block NZ winners Alex and Corban transform this once empty shell into a functional office space Styling Alex says: “The office is a creative, collaborative space as well as the main distribution centre for our online store, so it’s been very tricky […]

If you missed your chance at seeing the homes from The Block NZ: Villa wars in their entirety, here they are for your viewing pleasure House 1: Jamie & Hayden Black and white rules in this contemporary urban home that has plenty of attitude. House 2: Sarah & Minanne These reno rookies used pared-back styles […]

We asked three creatives with different signature styles to theme rooms in their favourite colour combos Resene ‘Kermadec Green’ fetures on the wall. Alex Walls, winner of The Block NZ 2014 and stylist Alex, what was the inspiration for your colour story? Recently I have been drawn to moody colour palettes that have a rich […]

Brooke and Mitch have taken out The Block NZ: Villa Wars, selling their simple yet sophisticated villa for $1.35 million. They were awarded $190,000 – the amount their house sold over the reserve. They also took home the prize money of $100,000. Homes to Love takes a look inside the winning home – which Bayleys described as […]

Jamie and Hayden from The Block NZ: Villa Wars unveiled their black kitchen on last night’s episode and were met with disapproval from the judges and viewers alike With black cabinetry, black polished floorboards and a graffiti mural splashback, the kitchen unveiled by Jamie and Hayden was never going to be everyone’s cup of tea. Hayden […]

Homes to Love chatted to Davina Harper, a Dulux colour and design specialist, about which colour schemes sell at auctions and how The Block NZ: Villa Wars teams’ choices stack up Davina, what paint colours did the teams choose and what is your assessment – did they nail colour combos overall? Sarah and Minanne Interiors:  Dulux ‘Remuera’, […]

Teams on The Block NZ: Villa Wars were given an epic task – to style a bedroom for the flip cover of Your Home and Garden magazine, with the best cover shot chosen to appear in the upcoming January issue. Each and every issue, Your Home and Garden magazine style and photograph some of the most […]

The Block NZ winners Alex and Corban have opened a pop-up homeware shop in Auckland’s Takapuna Your Home and Garden contributors and stars of The Block NZ 2014 Alex and Corban Walls have opened a pop-up store in Auckland’s Takapuna, as a follow-up to their popular online store. “Corban and I have been busy little bees […]

The Block NZ host and editor of Your Home and Garden, Shelley Ferguson, shares her top tips for achieving a creative kid’s room that’s full of individuality and personality. From encouraging sleep to adding fun zones and a sense of adventure, these tricks will have children falling in love with their bedrooms in no time.

Ready, set, renovate! The duo spill about their own home repairs With their demanding deadlines and tricky challenges, the hosts of The Block NZ: Villa Wars strike fear into the hearts of the reality show’s renovation rookies. But as they put the four teams through their paces at an Auckland building site, Mark Richardson and […]

This talented married couple created a harmonious balance between luxury and eco-conscious design. The couple Having designed and built a spectacular house in Muriwai out of shipping containers, these guys knew they could put their complementary skills to use again on The Block NZ. “I manage the tradies and make sure everything is progressing and […]

These newlyweds have created a serene and earthy environment. The couple Getting hitched in December is just one of many good decisions this Feilding couple have made. Applying to go on The Block NZ, despite their limited renovation experience, was another. “We’re on the same page,” says Damo, 36, a former cop turned electrician apprentice. […]

This design-savvy couple created a lush cover inspired by Bali’s plant life, textures and tones Alex’s tips to get the look: ✚ Expose your green thumb and crack open the potting mix, as this look requires some serious greenery. Think palms, ferns and other tropical plants. Indoor plants are so good for you – they […]

This winning cover captured the classic beach vibe of Hollywood’s hottest holiday destination Alex’s top tips to get the look: ✚ You don’t have to live in the Hamptons (a beach-side community in Long Island, New York State) to get this look in your home. Very simply, it’s a beachy feel with a more sophisticated […]

This creative couple teamed pale wood with pared-back tones for a simply stunning Scandi look. Alex’s top tips to get the look: ✚ Get your Scandi on! The Nordic look is very hot right now and I’m seeing a heavy influence on product, lighting and furniture design in shops and online. It’s been a look […]

Chalky colours and old world charm with a modern twist were the brief for this couple. Alex’s top tips to get the look: ✚ Don’t be fooled into thinking this look is ‘French country’ – those days are numbered. For this look, we are going for less distressed and more block colours on furniture, walls […]

These renovation rookies have succeeded with this relaxed, functional home. The couple Everything this married couple have done on The Block NZ, from briefing tradespeople to painting and decorating, has been for the first time. “We’re just regular Kiwis from Christchurch up against these four flash-as Auckland houses,” says Ben, 30, a business development manager. […]

These high school sweethearts have created a home that’s sleek and smart. The couple These two were made for The Block NZ. Maree, 27, is an event manager, and James, 28, is a property valuer. They love modern aesthetics, and Pasifika motifs such as tapa mats and wood carvings. “We’ve taken a lot of risks, […]