House 5

For Melbourne father-and-daughter team Rick and Tayla, building is a family passion. Tayla has built a career in beauty and fitness, while Rick brings decades of experience building and restoring homes. Now, they’re putting their skills and family bond to the test on The Block 2026.

Rick & Tayla’s kitchen brings together a soft, natural palette with a refined contemporary feel. Light timber-look kitchen cabinets create warmth, complemented by stone-inspired surfaces and subtle brushed metal accents.

The backlit splashback adds a striking focal point, casting a gentle glow across the workspace, while the generous, curved kitchen island bench encourages gathering and entertaining. Integrated appliances and clever kitchen storage complete a streamlined design that balances beauty with everyday functionality.

Loved this kitchen on The Block? See the Kinsman cabinetry, colours, storage and design ideas used to create the look and create your own version with a Kinsman designer HERE.

Connected directly to the kitchen, the butler’s pantry provides a practical extension of the main kitchen while continuing its warm, tonal aesthetic. Light timber-look pantry cupboards are paired with open shelving and integrated lighting, creating an inviting and highly functional space.

Ample pantry storage, pull-out solutions and dedicated zones make everyday essentials easy to access, while thoughtful pantry organisation keeps small kitchen appliances, ingredients and kitchenware neatly arranged and out of sight.

Loved this pantry on The Block? See the Kinsman cabinetry, colours, storage and design ideas used to create the look and create your own version with a Kinsman designer HERE.