The Block 2024 Get The Look: Mezzanine Bedrooms and Laundries
All the latest lighting looks from The Block 2024
The competition on The Block heats up this week with the Blockheads tackling the challenging Mezzanine Bedrooms and Laundry spaces – their final indoor rooms! There’s no shortage of design inspiration. Let’s dive into how each team fared with their room reveals - and how you can recreate the look in your own home.
House 1: Jesse and Paige
This week, Maddie and Charlotte had a tough time completing their spaces. While their vision was clearly visible, the room’s finish didn’t quite hit the mark. However, their styling choices - particularly the bedroom’s colour palette - stood out. Darren praised their design direction, noting that, with more time, it could have been a standout space. Shaynna admired the creativity but questioned the layout, feeling it could have offered more luxury for guests. Their laundry was another story, with stunning aesthetics but some concerns about its practical functionality.
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Maddie and Charlotte used the Ariel Sunset dim wall sconce in white to create a modern yet understated vibe in their bedroom, providing soft accent lighting that complemented their sophisticated palette. In the laundry, the Luella wall bracket in brass and alabaster brought a touch of elegance, while subtle MFL strip lighting added a practical glow to workspaces, enhancing the functionality and ambience.
Styling tip: To bring Maddie and Charlotte’s sleek and sophisticated style into your own home, try using wall sconces to add warmth and character to your bedroom, while strip lighting can help define workspaces in your laundry with a soft, ambient glow.
House 2: Courtney and Grant
Courtney and Grant created a second master suite that had Marty Fox raving, calling it the best space in the entire home. Their soft, Mediterranean-inspired tones and elegant styling were a hit with the judges, although the laundry's appliance placement received a few critiques. Overall, their design was refined and cohesive. Marty Fox in particular admired how their styling left room for feature lighting like the Sierra pendant.
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Courtney and Grant used the Sierra dome pendant in textured white as a statement piece in their bedroom, which perfectly complemented their "Moditerranean” vibe with its soft, curved design. To maintain the natural, refined atmosphere, they incorporated the Knoll floor lamp in black with a natural shade and the Fora table lamp in stone for added texture. The Equinox wall bracket in stone provided additional soft lighting, enhancing the room's serene feel.
Styling tip: To bring a touch of Mediterranean calm into your space, consider layering different types of lighting. Pair a bold pendant with softer, natural floor and table lamps to create balance. These pieces work wonderfully in neutral-toned spaces, adding dimension without overwhelming the room.
House 3: Ricky and Haydn
Ricky and Haydn focused on functionality and maximising space with bunk beds in their guest bedroom, creating a playful yet practical area. The judges praised their space-saving approach and clever use of wallpaper. Their laundry was equally successful, with the judges loving its well-thought-out design.
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In their bedroom, Ricky and Haydn opted for the MFL Gypsum up/down wall bracket in ribbed white to add a clean, modern touch. Paired with the Disk LED wall light, they ensured the space was well-lit without sacrificing style. These minimalist fixtures kept the room feeling open and bright, in line with the room’s playful yet functional layout.
Styling tip: For a bright and modern look like Ricky and Haydn’s, use minimalist lighting fixtures to create a fresh, airy feel in your space. Wall lights such as the MFL Gypsum are perfect for maximising lighting in smaller spaces like guest bedrooms while keeping the overall design sleek and unobtrusive.
House 4: Kylie and Brad
Kylie and Brad’s guest bedroom was visually stunning, but the judges raised concerns about the layout and functionality. On the other hand, their laundry showcased thoughtful design and practicality, using lighting to elevate the room’s high ceilings.
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Kylie and Brad introduced a touch of luxury into their bedroom with the Jones wall sconce in brass, which added a warm glow and complemented the room’s high-end styling, while the Farron DC fan in black served both functional and aesthetic purposes, creating a sleek and efficient solution to keep the space cool.
Styling tip: To recreate Kylie and Brad’s look, use brass wall sconces to introduce a hint of luxury to any room.
House 5: Kristian and Mimi
Kristian and Mimi bounced back with a tranquil guest bedroom and a well-designed laundry, blending soft colours with thoughtful styling. The judges were impressed by their overall vision and execution, especially in the laundry, which featured green appliances - a design risk that paid off.
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In their bedroom, Kristian and Mimi created a serene atmosphere with the Whitehaven DC fan in white, blending style and practicality for those warm nights. The Aries glass table lamp in olive and the Moka floor lamp brought a subtle yet elegant glow to the room, enhancing the peaceful environment.
Styling tip: For a calm and stylish bedroom like Kristian and Mimi’s, opt for soft, earthy tones in your lighting choices. Natural materials like rattan or glass in your floor and table lamps can soften the space, making it an ideal retreat.
This week’s reveals on The Block showcased a wide range of designs, from playful functionality to serene elegance. Whether you’re inspired by Maddie and Charlotte’s sleek modern style, Courtney and Grant’s Moditerranean retreat, or Ricky and Haydn’s bright, spacious approach, you can bring elements of their designs into your own home with the right lighting and styling touches.