So we are seeing that connection between the old and new in really subtle tones," Shaynna said. "But then just having those big white pots connects to the verandah, which I think is really clever. Tom and Sarah-Jane's use of contrasting colours worked really well. They thought it all looked gorgeous together. They were also struck by the grey and white colour scheme on the façade of the old part of the house. "I just love it, I turn way and I see a beautiful country style verandah with the weatherboard, and then you turn way and you see the complete opposite, and the impact that makes is just incredible," he said. He thought the contrast between the dark and light grey worked beautifully. Neale loved the cladding the couple used on both the old and new parts of the home. The couple decided to use a lovely contrast between dark and light grey cladding, which Neale thought worked beautifully. Tom and Sarah-Jane were praised for their execution of transitioning the new and old parts of the home. READ MORE: A closer look at the standout details in this years winning KitchenĮven Shaynna noted there will be so many little girls dream of getting a pony and there will be a definite emotional connection to House 1 for some buyers with a pony in the backyard. It's a dream come true isn't it?" he said.Ī horse pen is really not the addition you'd see in many homes but it's definitely a standout feature in House 1. "I'm thinking of how life-changing this will be for whoever buys this, for whoever lives here, for that family. ![]() Tom and Sarah-Jane included a real pony for the reveal. Neale thought it would offer an amazing lifestyle for a potential buyer. With weeks of planning, House 1 really thought of everything when it came to their outdoor space and it was a Block first.īut it was one feature that left the judges both stunned and emotional – the pony pen. I was wrong – they have created a lifestyle resort," he confirmed. "I stood back there and said, 'Tom and Sarah-Jane have created a lifestyle'. It really does have everything you could want.Īfter taking in all of its glory, Neale corrected his previous statement about the space creating a lifestyle. Mum and dad can relax by the firepit, the kids can spend all day in the pool or climbing across the playground equipment, older teens can hit the basketball court or chill out away from their parents at the 'hobbit hut'. READ MORE: How an unfinished detail still secured one team's work from home space a win ![]() The home caters for absolutely anyone and everyone. (Nine)Īs the judges moved throughout the property they were gobsmacked to discover a pony pen, chicken coop, basketball court, mini-playground and a par-three golf course. Tom and Sarah-Jane thought of everything when it came to their entertaining area. It included a pizza open, meat cooker and even a special spot to store the woodfire underneath. The entertainment deck in particular had all the inclusions you'd need for a delicious feast and pool party – ideal for entertaining friends of any age. (Nine)įrom the stacked stones and timber beams around their firepit, to the "mind blowing" entertainment area and pool, the couple really created a lifestyle which could appeal to a variety of buyers. ![]() READ MORE: How twins Alisa and Lysandra became Block royalty after competing on back-to-back seasons The judges thought their landscape offered so much value for a potential buyer. They've added so much value," Darren added. "It's been beautifully planned and zoned and landscaped. They are actually showing us how you live in this space," Neale said. "OK so Tom and Sarah-Jane haven't just created an amazing property, they have created a lifestyle. House 1 were applauded for their well thought out zones in the outdoor area. The judges thought the eventual owner will be spoilt for choice with how many different features, activities and zones Tom and Sarah-Jane's landscape offered. It also added some real personality to the space, creating more of a story of the home, rather than going with a contemporary piece. "So you really are getting back to the originality of what this land was," Shaynna beamed.ĭue to the fact that the machinery was found on the property, it really was a good way to save some money too. Not only is it a cheap and effective way to style the backyard area, but it is also a great nod to the history of the home. READ MORE: Dan and Dani stunned by one team's 'unfinished' outdoor space
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