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The Block<\/a>\u00a0viewers were left baffled watching Sunday night\u2019s episode when, for the first time in the show\u2019s history, three teams failed to complete their rooms ahead of judging<\/a>. This week, the contestants were tasked with renovating the guest bedroom and ensuite, in addition to preparing their entire house for 100 potential buyers at the Domain Buyers Jury event<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Only two teams managed to accomplish all of their tasks and present two completed rooms<\/a>, while their co-stars faltered at the finish line<\/a>. With the same area, timeframe, and suggested budget of $30,000, here\u2019s what they revealed to the judges.<\/p>\n

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House 1 (Emma and Ben)<\/p>\n

Emma and Ben<\/a> received high praise for their two rooms this week, with Darren Palmer and Shaynna Blaze<\/a> both scoring them a perfect 10. The judges applauded them for including a kitchenette in their guest bedroom and continuing their Daylesford<\/a> aesthetic with the colour palette and furniture choices.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a lot of bang for your buck,\u201d Darren said. \u201cThis is so, so much amenity and so much inclusion, and drama. It\u2019s a really beautiful welcome to the space.\u201d<\/p>\n

Total spend: $35,399<\/p>\n

Total score: 29.5\/30<\/p>\n

The Block’s Emma and Ben\u2019s guest suite reveal<\/p>\n

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These images were originally published on nine.com.au\/TheBlock. Photo: Channel 9<\/p>\n

House 2 (Han and Can)<\/p>\n

The judges loved Han and Can<\/a>\u2019s use of colour and said it was \u201cfar more successful\u201d than their main bedroom in week 4<\/a>. They also admired their \u201csophisticated\u201d bathroom, praising the colour palette, tiles, and resin sink, but were left disappointed that it wasn\u2019t finished.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think it\u2019s a good room. It just lacks that major amenity,\u201d Marty Fox said, referring to the fact that they didn\u2019t have a kitchenette.<\/p>\n

Total spend: $38,787<\/p>\n

Total score: 24\/30<\/p>\n

The Block’s Han and Can\u2019s guest suite reveal<\/p>\n

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These images were originally published on nine.com.au\/TheBlock. Photo: Channel 9<\/p>\n

House 3 (Britt and Taz)<\/p>\n

Britt and Taz<\/a> thrilled the judges with their kitchenette, complete with a fridge, microwave, toaster, and kettle, but were criticised for their wood panelling and limited wardrobe space. The judges were shocked when they entered the bathroom and saw that it hadn\u2019t been tiled, and said it was \u201cheartbreaking\u201d because they had a perfect layout, massive shower, and impressive skylight.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m so disappointed for them, because something major has gone wrong here,\u201d Shaynna remarked, while Marty added, \u201cI mean, if this was finished, it would have been a contender this week\u201d.<\/p>\n

Total spend: $33,804<\/p>\n

Total score: 19\/30<\/p>\n

The Block’s Britt and Taz\u2019s guest suite reveal<\/p>\n

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These images were originally published on nine.com.au\/TheBlock. Photo: Channel 9<\/p>\n

House 4 (Sonny and Alicia)<\/p>\n

Sonny and Alicia<\/a> were the second team who completed their room, and were applauded for their colour drenching, light sconces, and custom wallpaper they designed themselves. They were also commended for their bathroom, which had a warm tone and minimal styling.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey have really stepped up, haven\u2019t they? I finally feel like Sonny and Alicia have got their groove,\u201d Shaynna said. \u201cThis makes me feel so good, I love this.\u201d<\/p>\n

Total spend: $31,077<\/p>\n

Total score: 28.5\/30<\/p>\n

The Block’s Sonny and Alicia\u2019s guest suite reveal<\/p>\n

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These images were originally published on nine.com.au\/TheBlock. Photo: Channel 9<\/p>\n

House 5 (Robby and Mat)<\/p>\n

Rounding out the cast, Robby and Mat<\/a> delivered an impressive bedroom but failed to complete their bathroom. The judges loved their hand-painted feature wall, furniture, and colour palette, but said it was a shame they didn\u2019t complete their \u201cfabulous\u201d bathroom.<\/p>\n

\u201cI just think their choices were beautiful. Like wow, this could have been a really hot contender,\u201d Shaynna shared, with Marty agreeing it could have \u201ceasily been a winner\u201d.<\/p>\n

Total spend: $33,374<\/p>\n

Total score: 20.5\/30<\/p>\n

The Block’s Robby and Mat\u2019s guest suite reveal<\/p>\n

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These images were originally published on nine.com.au\/TheBlock. Photo: Channel 9<\/p>\n

Who won The Block week eight?<\/p>\n

In the end, it was just Emma and Ben and Sonny and Alicia in the running as they presented two finished rooms. Emma and Ben ultimately took out the win and $10,000 cash prize, as well as an additional $20,000 for scoring two perfect 10s.<\/p>\n

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Meanwhile, for the sixth time this season, Sonny and Alicia were announced as the winners of the $10,000 Commonwealth Bank award for spending the least amount of money.<\/p>\n

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