Photography: The Block/Channel 9/9 Now
After months of anticipation – and more than a few whispers about cost and complexity – The Block team Robby and Mat have finally uncorked the doors to their long-awaited wine cellar.
From custom racking to the underground design that’s ideal for serious collectors (much like the one in Block alumni Alisa and Lysandra’s farmhouse-style project), the question is, was all that effort (and expense) worth it?
The verdict? A resounding yes. The Block judges were unanimous in their praise, each awarding a perfect 10. “This is insane,” said Shaynna. “Look at the joinery. This is the perfect wine cellar.” Darren agreed, saying, “They swung hard and this is a home run.”
The rest of the teams found it hard to compete this week. Surprisingly, the understated alfresco terraces and sheds were the ones that impressed the judges most. Alicia and Sonny claimed the runner-up spot with a relaxed lounge area, a sink, pizza oven and barbecue – enough for easy entertaining without tipping into extravagance.
“I’m at rancho relaxo,” said Marty, settling into their cosy outdoor seating from Freedom. Their traditional shed earned equal praise for its practicality and polish. “It’s a good old functional Australian Stratco shed and I’m here for it,” Darren added, noting the awesome, versatile flooring and clever storage that sealed their success.
Meanwhile, Britt and Taz opted for an over-the-top outdoor kitchen that left no space for a lounge area, while their speakeasy-style shed raised eyebrows over compliance. The sheds should be designed for no more than about 40 minutes of use – yet a beautiful bar stocked with liquor could tempt guests to linger for longer.
All The Block room reveal images were originally published by Channel 9/9Now on nine.com.au.
Inside House 6: Team Home Beautiful’s alfresco terrace
This year, Home Beautiful is playing along with The Block and revealing our very own (virtual) House 6. This week, we’ve put our spin on an alfresco terrace with inspiration from a majestic Mornington Peninsula home.
Mood board
This week’s mood board sets the tone with light timber decking from Master Woodturning, comfortable Freedom furniture, the warmth of a Luxe Fireplaces wood fireplace and characterful exterior wall lighting from Lighting Collective.
- ‘Boree’ dining table, $2499, and dining chair, $499, Freedom
- ‘Sonata’ sofa, $2299, Freedom
- ‘Davenport’ planter, $249, Freedom
- ‘Sundial’ umbrella, $2399, Basil Bangs
- ‘Fitzroy’ bolster, $49.95, Freedom
- ‘Lyon’ dinner set, $137.40 (usually $229), Freedom
- ‘Niebull’ lantern, $395 (usually $439), Freedom
- Fascia millboard, Master Woodturning
- Morso Kamino outdoor wood fireplace, $2588, Luxe Fireplaces
- Classical dark brass exterior wall light, $650, Lighting Collective
Inspiration
Our inspiration image, from a home by Kate Walker and the KWD team, features suspended porch swings in a sheltered alfresco area with a fireplace. It’s a favourite gathering place for the family who lives here.
Room reveal
Our space combines comfortable lounges and a dining table with the warmth of a nearby fireplace, a barbecue for easy entertaining, lush greenery and a TV ready for game day.
In case you missed it…
Week 4: Main bedroom & walk-in wardrobe
Week 5: Living and dining rooms
Week 9: Laundry, Mudroom, Butler’s pantry, Powder room, Garage
Week 10: Alfresco terrace, Stratco shed
House 6: When Home Beautiful joins The Block
Everything we know about The Block 2025
5 fun facts you didn’t know about The Block 2025 teams
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