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From sophisticated and subtle to underwhelming and dated: See The Block’s formal lounge room reveals

It was the first week ALL teams finished their rooms.
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Week one of The Block featured a baptism of fire for this year’s Blockheads as they were challenged to present both a finished guest room and ensuite in just seven days.

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It was a task too big for many of the teams, with several failing to finish at least one of their rooms.

But in week two, it seemed the five teams were much more adept at taking on the impossible task ahead, with all couples managing to complete their rooms.

While transforming a space into a formal living room was smooth sailing for some teams – such as experienced property flippers Mitch and Mark – others were in way over their heads.

This week, it was El’ise and Matt who came out triumphant thanks to their efforts. Their sophisticated space and subtle styling won them praise from the judges.

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Taking out the win, they were awarded $10,000 cash as well as a prize pack from Gaggenau worth $35,000.

El’ise and Matt won the formal living room reveal.

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Close behind them were Mitch and Mark. Following on from their ensuite and guest bedroom, the sassy grandads chose to give the formal living room a Hollywood luxe vibe.

Andy and Deb played around with bold colours but with limited time, the couple were unable to really pull off the extra wow factor they were hoping for.

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Meanwhile, Tess and Luke’s dramas continued to pile up and firing their builder during the week did little to keep them on track. While they managed to scrape through and present a finish their room, the result was a room that was left wanting.

Confident couple Jesse and Mel also had a tough week and although they thought their expensive fittings would be their ticket to success, the judges panned the room for being “showy” and “dated”.

Scroll through to see the finished results for week two’s formal living room reveal.

Couple posing happily in a cozy living room with modern decor and a chandelier.
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Elise and Matt

El’ise and Matt: Score: 29/30 (winners)

Luxurious living room with chandelier, orange chairs, and a fireplace, featuring modern decor and ladder in archway.
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Elise and Matt two

Living room with orange chairs, fireplace, a glass coffee table, and shelves with books and decor.
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Elise and Matt three

Elegant living room with a fireplace, chandelier, bookshelves, orange and gray sofas, and a coffee table with snacks.
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Elise and Matt four

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Living room scene with a bottle of red wine, three glasses, and a domino set on a glass coffee table.
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Elise and Matt five

Stylish living room with orange curtains, grey sofa, fireplace, art above mantel, and contemporary chandelier.
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Elisa and Matt six

Couple smiling with arms open in a modern living room with framed flower art and blue sofa.
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Tess and Luke one

Tess and Luke: Score: 22/30

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Tess and Luke two

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tess and luke three

Modern living room with blue couch, red chairs, glass table, abstract art, and decorative bar cart with glasses.
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Tess and Luke four

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Tess and Luke five

Modern living room with a round glass coffee table, pink chair, blue sofa, and abstract wall art above a console table.
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Tess and Luke six

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Two men smiling and posing in a stylish living room with modern decor and a large abstract painting on the wall.
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Mitch and Mark one

Mitch and Mark Score: 28/30

A modern living room with abstract wall art, a gold chandelier, a green velvet chair, and decorative shelves.
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Mitch and Mark two

Luxurious living room with blue and green sofas, red curtains, abstract art, and modern chandelier.
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Mitch and Mark three

Contemporary living room with abstract art, greenery in gold vase, modern fireplace, and elegant shelves.
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Mitch and Mark four

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Cocktail setup with two martini glasses garnished with olives, decanters, and a gold crane figurine on a tray.
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Mitch and Mark five

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Mitcha and Mark six

A couple in casual attire stands in a modern living room with a colorful painting and bookshelf in the background.
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Jesse and Mel one

Jesse and Mel Score: 23/30

Living room with a beige sofa, colorful abstract painting, glass coffee table, and a vase of flowers.
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Jesse and Mel two

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A cozy living room with a beige sofa, colorful abstract painting, glass coffee table, and modern chandelier.
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Jesse and Mel three

Modern living room with green chairs, glass coffee table, round mirror, bookshelves, and floral vase centerpiece.
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Jesse and Mel four

Green armchairs with fringe pillows beside a potted orchid on a stand in a sunlit room.
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Jesse and Mel five

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A couple hugging in a cozy living room with a fireplace, modern decor, and a round golden table.
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Andy and Deb one

Andy and Deb Score: 25.5/30

Stylish living room with leather sofa, fireplace, large plants, and decorative shelves under a modern light fixture.
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Andy and Deb two

Cozy living room with brick fireplace, modern art, green velvet couch, and decorative shelves.
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Andy and Deb three

Stylish living room with brown sofa, green chairs, brass coffee table, and art above a brick fireplace.
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Andy and Deb four

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A stylish sitting area with a dark green chair, patterned pillow, and a tray with drinks on a hammered copper table.
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Andy and Deb five

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