The Block 2022: Dylan and Jenny
- 27 Mar 2023
Meet the Contestants: Dylan and Jenny
DYLAN AND JENNY
Builder and apprentice chippy from the Gold Coast, QLD
Dylan and Jenny are engaged and hope to tie the knot in March next year. They met years ago while working in the Canadian ski resort town of Whistler.
They might always be sweet and smiling, but they are on The Block to take it seriously and are not afraid of hard work.
Meet Dylan and Jenny, the dynamic duo from the GC, a builder and apprentice chippy, we cannot wait to watch this lady tradie.
EXPERIENCE
This couple were building their own home in Palm Beach on the Gold Coast when they got the call to be on The Block.
Dylan is a builder and Jenny works with him as an apprentice tradie – a first for The Block. They recently started their own building company called Smooth Sailing Designs.
They know what to do when it comes to renovating a house.
“We are building our own dream home in Palm Beach, getting married and now doing this. It’s an amazing time,” Jenny said.
Dylan, 28, builder
For Dylan, building houses has always been in the family.
“My dad is a builder and I have grown up watching him,” he explains. “Now that I’m a builder it felt natural to apply for The Block as it’s something I have always wanted to challenge myself with.”
Dylan is a hard worker who plans to throw everything he can into The Block, as he realises it is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Jenny, 25, apprentice chippy
A proud female tradie, Jenny wants to show Australia and young girls that the building industry can be a great career for a woman.
“When I tell people I am doing my apprenticeship they always say you don’t build, you don’t do anything. But I do – I do everything,” she says.
Jenny has worked in childcare, as a dental assistant, and she was a ski instructor in Whistler, before deciding to make it in the construction game.
She is looking forward to getting on the tools – the first time The Block has ever featured a female tradie.
Dylan & Jenny were building their own home in Palm Beach on the Gold Coast when they got the call to be on The Block.
TOGETHER
Dylan and Jenny believe they will be a real threat on The Block, as they work and spend most of their time together.
They researched and planned what they wanted to do before heading to the Macedon Ranges.
Their friends and family have always said they would be perfect for The Block – and they agree.
FAST FACTS ABOUT DYLAN AND JENNY
Jenny is a proud triplet with one sister and one brother.
Dylan is a great snowboarder.
Jenny is searching for her perfect wedding dress for her dream wedding.
Builder Dylan and fiancee Jenny, The Block's first ever Lady Tradie, a chippy!
House Decider Challenge
Second Place
VJ panelling with a sage green wall above, perfect execution and the addition of a wardrobe all ticked boxes for the judges as they took in Dylan and Jenny’s room… but the stying, they said, lets them down.
“Elevate the drama and the grandeur!” Darren suggested, urging the pair to develop a look and feel that will really life their home. Neale agreed, pointing to the hanging plant that “lacked soul”. It’s a great room, Shaynna said, but it could be better if the pair took in some similar homes in the area to see how “country” can be done without sacrificing their modern feel.
Dylan and Jenny areThe Block's resident tradie couple, and it shows!
HOUSE 4
Week 1
25.5/30 - Equal Second Place
Down a small hallway, through an arch and into what Neal described as: “fresh, welcoming - and kind of timeless” as he walked in to Dylan and Jenny’s light and airy bathroom, made even better, Shaynna added, by the breath-taking view outside. For Darren it was the sense of balance, with curved mirrors playing off the archway entrance, a blind at the exact height of the picture rail and skylights breaking up the ceiling. Not everything worked, they agreed, with a sloped floor just one problem, but overall, Darren continued, to make a bathroom ideal for a marketing brochure.
We think Dylan and Jenny nailed bathroom week just love all of these details.
Week 2
Guest Bedroom
26.5 / 30 - Second Place
Damn that gnome!! Sharon and Ankur stole the win from under the tradie couple's nose.
With their trademark perfect execution, the tradies from the Gold Coast delivered a room all judges agreed ticked al the boxes.
“I’m in heaven!” said Darren as he took in the over-sized check pattern in the blanket, the complementing wallpaper, the wainscoting, skylight, cornicing and another archway. “It’s all so luxe!”. He did point out an issue with the sheers not working with the shutters, and Shaynna said the bedsides and Sconces could have been bigger, but for Neale it was a room very hard to fault and one that left him asking: “More please!”
Believe me when I say this room is absolute magic! I didnt know I loved checked patterns until I saw this room!
Week 3 Master Ensuite
23.5 / 30 Points - Tied Fourth Place
With a luxury benchseat shower area, double shower heads and plenty of space, this has “day spa potential”, the judges agreed.
Mixing the same tile Ryan and Rachel had chosen, but not going full height, then blending in a mushroom tile in the vanity area, with oak and brass touches and the couple’s signature arches, the combination is an understated elegance, Neale said.
Not everything won their approval however, with the bath too close to the wall and toilet – hard to understand with so much space, Shaynna said – and both caulking and grout incomplete.
But with styling on point, right down to a live Chrysanthemum, it was, Neale summed up: “A contemporary room with just enough heritage touches.”
Shop Dylan and Jenny's full house here.
Week 4 Master Bedroom and Walk In's
25.5 / 30 - Fourth place
Walking straight into the spacious wardrobe – complete with the first dressing table of the day – the judges found themselves admiring the wallpaper, the view, the storage galore and the way this space was unusual, but still made sense.
After wondering again why there’s no door on the bathroom, they headed into the bedroom, and were impressed by the window seat… but not the curtains and wondered if the artwork could have been scaled down.
It’s a room with style they agreed, but does it live up to their earlier successes? Perhaps not.
Dylan and Jenny, the 'tradie couple' know how to execute quality work. The judges said the walk in had "storage galore, and the way this space was unusual, but still made sense."
We say we don't play favourites, but I might be adding that Grafico wall paper to my cart.... AS WE SPEAK!
Talented Block Shop Artist, Jessie Rigby, featured in this Master Bedroom, one of my favourite parts of The Block is discovering amazing artists!
We are really loving all of these different Mirrored TV's this season!
Some more Jessie Rigby magic with two Macedon Ranges inspired artworks. 'Macedon Ranges #1 ' and 'Macedon Ranges Autumna'
Take a look at Jenny and Dylan's Master Bedroom and WIR here.
Week 5 Guest Bedroom and Bathroom
24.5 / 30 - Fourth place
Laminex panelling complementing the sconces, harmonious curtaining and a gorgeous colour palette combine to bring out the best in a room much smaller, but at least better finished than some others, the judges said of Jenny and Dylan’s bedroom.
That sentiment carried over to the bathroom, where Darren pointed out the tiles, vanity, basin, mirror and especially the bath all combine for a perfect balance of luxury and country style.
The cabinets, however, were a touch too high, Shaynna said and Neale pointed out a suction-cupped sponge that brought down the luxe feel. Those faults aside however, it was a room, they agree, that just works.
Resident tradies Jenny and Dylan in their Guest Bedroom.
We love this stunning artwork Jenny and Dylan chose, 'Macedon Sunrise 1' & 'Macedon Sunrise 2' by talented Artist Lane artist Amanda Skye-Mulder.
Jenny always styles her rooms so beautifully, and this week's guest bedroom did not disappoint, shop the room here.
Coloured basins are prooving popular this season in the The Block bathrooms.
Is it just me or are there some amazing bath products being featured this season.
Shop Jenny and Dylan's Guest Bedroom and Bathroom here.
Week 6 - Kitchen
Joint Second place - 28.5 / 30
With brass mesh inserts in Sage green cabinetry, ribbed glass panelling behind the rangehood Shaynna was instantly captivated by the colours of house 4’s kitchen, while Neale gushed over the mix of contemporary and country that tugged at the heartstrings.
By matching the stove, fridge and rangehood, the whole area ties together, Shaynna said, with Darren pointing the lighting that for once this week, he utterly loved.
From modern touches like an Insinkerator garbage disposal unit to a traditional butler’s pantry with more benchspace than they could want, the judges found the space a perfect addition to Jenny and Dylan’s home.
With brass mesh inserts in Sage green cabinetry, ribbed glass panelling behind the rangehood Shaynna was instantly captivated by the colours of house 4’s kitchen
We cannot get enough of Jenny's styling in this room, Angela Hawkey and Anna Blatman artworks are the perfect addition to this kitchen.
We can smell that freshly baked bread through the screen and are ready to move in! Loving the dark appliances here alongside the cabinetry.
Darren said he "Utterly loved the lighting" in this kitchen. And we have to agree.
The judges said it was a traditional butler’s pantry with more benchspace than they could ever want.
Shop the products used to piece together Jenny and Dylan's modern country kitchen here.
Week 7 - Living and Dining Rooms
22/30 - Fourth place
A “classic” and “traditional” space greeted the judges in house four, with the MyPlace automation panel a rare modern touch in a room that borrowed heavily from the past.
A bit too much perhaps, they decided as they continued on and noticed styling touches and furnishing choices that would have looked more at home in a country cottage than a luxe home.
Scale up the furniture, they advised, revisit the lighting plan (that reminded them of a 7/11 and featured a chandelier that could have been much bigger) and the room would get there, they said.
A “classic” and “traditional” space greeted the judges in house four, with the MyPlace automation panel a rare modern touch in a room that borrowed heavily from the past.
A bit too Classic and Traditional, the judges decided as they continued on and noticed styling touches and furnishing choices that would have looked more at home in a country cottage than a luxe home.
One thing that stands out is artwork by Jessie Rigby 'Macedon Ranges Autumna'
Anorakki jackets have been featured throughout The Block this year and will be very much needed in Gisborne.
Take a look at the products featured by Jenny and Dylan's Living and Dining Room here.
Week 8 Hallway, Laundry and Mudroom Reveal
27/30 - First place
The flooring? Heaven. The rug? Gorgeous. The sheer scale of the hallway stretching from the old build straight down into the new? Staggering!
With a seating nook midway, views of Mount Macedon to the side and artworks to break up the walk, the judges found the hall not only functional but inviting.
Into the laundry and mudroom and not even missing architraves or skirts could dampen their enthusiasm for a space filled with storage, luxe appliances and well-thought-out functionality.
Not quite a perfect ten, the judges agreed, but given the challenges of the week, one of the best hellweek results they’d seen!
Jenny and Dylan get the win in hellweek, what a team...Smiles all round, congratulations guys!
What a warm welcome as you enter the front door to this hallway, featuring Anna Blatman print, divine hallway runner, a stunning entry way mirror and those beautiful sconces to add a hint of country.
"The flooring? Heaven. The rug? Gorgeous. The sheer scale of the hallway stretching from the old build straight down into the new? Staggering! " the judges agreed.
With a seating nook midway, views of Mount Macedon to the side and artworks to break up the walk, the judges found the hall not only functional but inviting.
I am going to go as far as to say this here is one of my favourite Block artworks of all time.... big call I know.... 'Three is not a crowd' by Artist Angie Summa, you have to see it to believe it the colours are magical!
Looking back from the new part of the build to the front door, bedroom doors and beautiful artwork as far as the eye can see.
Jenny has paired together so many beautiful artworks in this hallway, shop the room here.
Jenny and Dylan's Mudroom and Laundry are from Freedom Kitchens and are an extension of their Butlers pantry and a smart working zone of the house.
Not even missing architraves or skirts could dampen the judges enthusiasm for a space filled with storage, luxe appliances and well-thought-out functionality.
All of the little and big touches are in this laundry, complete with Anna Blatman mini art, Samsung washer and dryer as well as the Samsung Bespoke Air Dryer! ooh lala!
For the full list of products used in Dylan and Jenny's winning rooms click here.
Week 9 - Guest Bedroom Kids
29 / 30 - First place
“Wow!” said Shaynna as she walked into Jenny and Dylan’s bedroom, taking in the whimsical festoon lighting over the bunk, a hanging chair, a zoo of stuffed toys and artwork to complement it all.
It’s authentic and genuine, Neale said… and hard to fault.
Aside from a scratch in the ceiling Darren spotted, this was a near-perfect finish, the judges added, with a natural palette and pops of colour all adding up to a space Darren just loved.
Functionally, the Kinsman wardrobe choice works well, with the styling touches leaving the judges wishing they could all pick a piece to take home. A hard room to beat, they said.
“Wow!” said Shaynna as she walked into Jenny and Dylan’s bedroom, taking in the whimsical festoon lighting over the bunk, a hanging chair, a zoo of stuffed toys and artwork to complement it all.
The whimsical wallpaper from Grafico sets the scene for this winning kids room, with timeless neutral bedding and fun pops of colour from Rhino Rhino rug and toys.
"It’s authentic and genuine," Neale said… and hard to fault.
Take a look at the full list of products featured in this whimsical and fun kids room here. Can we just take a moment for the Brass Hare Lamp and timeless timber toys... add to cart!
The judges agreed the styling touches left them wishing they could all pick a piece to take home. Neale's choice was Pinocchio.
To shop Jenny and Dylan's whimsical kids room click here.
Week 10 Bedroom and Redo room
27.5 / 30 - Third place
Fluted wall panels and waffle bed throws combine for “texture on texture” Shaynna said, working well with the cabinetry (especially the handles), artwork, bedside table and lamp to showcase the palette and feel of the new room.
Simple, Neale, said, but consistent with the rest of the house.
Into the re-do living and dining room and that sense of cohesion continued with a completely changed space that now sits well with the home.
New sconces, the chandelier replaced by a fan, a fresh coat of paint over the Venetian plaster and styling changes have given the space a contemporary feel without sacrificing the country nods.
“Next level,” Neale summed up, and now right for their home.
Fluted wall panels and waffle bed throws combine for “texture on texture” Shaynna said, working well with the cabinetry (especially the handles), artwork, bedside table and lamp to showcase the palette and feel of the new room.
Simple, Neale, said, but consistent with the rest of the house.
The artwork 'Dancing Queen' by Catherine Fitzgerald ties in the colours of the room so beautifully.
This redo is our favourite yet! Take a look to see what it looked like before! The look is complete with beautiful Globewest linen armchair and the coffee table and ottoman are a match made in heaven!
“Next level,” Neale summed up, and now right for their home.
To shop Dylan and Jenny's bedroom click here.
To shop Dyland and Jenny's redo room click here.
Week 11: Working from home reveal
22.5 / 30 - Fourth place
In a year when home cinemas had been downplayed, Dylan and Jenny’s 100-inch monster television took the judges breath away and helped give the new space a double use – as office or screening room.
The lack of fireplace lost points from Alisa and Lysandra, as did the “dead space” in the room’s centre, something that could be remedied with the addition of a dining table perhaps, or a larger version of the bar area.
Once again the Caesarstone desktop, felt cold to the judges, but a few styling touches – and a repair to a cracked ceiling – could have pushed them higher up the scores.
Jenny and Dylan in their working from home space. The lack of fireplace lost points from Alisa and Lysandra this week.
Dylan and Jenny’s 100-inch monster television took the judges breath away and helped give the new space a double use – as office or screening room.
A beautiful little corner with that stunning coffee table and incredible Victoria Hutchins artwork that is tieing it all together.
The Caesarstone desktop, felt cold to the judges, but a few styling touches – and a repair to a cracked ceiling – could have pushed them higher up the scores.
Shop the look of Jenny and Dylan's room right here at The Block Shop.
Week 12 Landscape Reveal
Equal Third place - 26.5 / 30
From the white on white front face to the dark grey James Hardie cladding to the largest deck ever seen on The Block on the home’s downhill side to take in views of the Macedon Ranges, this is a home, the judges agree, that is perfectly placed to make the most of the outdoors.
And what an outdoor area there is to take in.
Terraced gardens with bricks steps, a woodfired spa, ice plunge bath, pizza oven, beehives, a private tiny house halfway to the road and more, this is a home, Darren said, that will look good on the brochure.
Jenny and Dylan, working hard till the end, what a dynamic duo these two are and we are so happy that Jenny made a full recovery from her fall. The girl is a trooper!
Boasting the biggest deck on The Block on the home’s downhill side to take in views of the Macedon Ranges, this is a home, the judges agree, that is perfectly placed to make the most of the outdoors.
House 4 Exterior: The biggest deck on The Block, Jenny talked to Insider Style earlier in the year about being a Lady Tradie.
Jenny used beautiful teak furniture to create a warm and inviting outdoor area, shop the look here.
Soak up the sun on these teak sunlounges or grab some shade under the parasol.
With veggie patches, bee hives and citrus growing the buyer really can embrace the country way of life, lucky for them there's a automated lawn mower to take care of the grass!
Jenny and Dylan's Game changer a private tiny house halfway to the road, Darren said, this will look good on the brochure.
To take a look through Dylan and Jennys landscape reveal click here.
It was the final piece to the puzzle for The Block 2022, the biggest Block yet,
Jenny and Dylan's house 4 has SOLD!
We are SO incredibly thrilled that Jenny and Dylan, the 2022 engaged lovebirds from the Gold Coast Queensland has sold.
Jenny and Dylan, both tradies from Queensland, were some of the hardest working contestant's The Block had ever seen, a down to earth couple who gave it their all. Which is why when the devastating news came to light after the auction that their house had not sold the nation felt for this young couple, in what was a stark reminder that The Block is in fact a reality TV show.
"We can confirm House 4 has sold on The Block: Tree Change in Gisborne, in what is a positive outcome for everyone," a Nine spokesperson said.
"Dylan and Jenny's house is now a much loved property for a family who were impressed with the high standard of the build, and incredible views of the Macedon Ranges so close to Melbourne."
Jenny and Dylan created a perfect family home, complete with a long hallway sprouting off bedrooms, a stunning kitchen and large living area which overlooked a huge deck, complete with yard featuring a pool and spa, ice bath, bee hives, veggie patches and so much more, but last but not least an incredible view of the Macedon Ranges.
The timing could not be more perfect for the couple, with their wedding coming up and Jenny having just celebrated her Hen's party in their newly built, Palm House, on the Gold Coast. The hens party saw Rachel and Sarah-Jane reunited with their girl Jenny to celebrate in style.
Rachel and Sarah-Jane were on hand to help Jenny celebrate her hen's weekend recently, images via Instagram.
The Block Shop wishes Jenny and Dylan every success in this exciting time of their life and we cannot wait to see more from this hard working duo! Image via Instagram.
Blockhead's Jenny and Dylan tie the knot!
Tradie couple Jenny and Dylan have wed on the weekend in Queensland. With fellow Block contestants Rachel and Ryan, Tom and Sarah-Jane and Sharon and Ankur in attendance, all of which took to instagram to share the love.
Rachel and Ryan
‘What a weekend celebrating the King and Queen of the dance floor @dylanandjenny
That wedding was everything we expected it to be, overflowing with love and a reeeeeal good time!!!!!!! We love you guys so much and we’re so excited for a lifetime of adventures together,
May we forever get low on the dance floor together”
Ankur and Sharon
“From the minute we met Jen and Dyls, we knew we were going to be friends for life. We met under the funniest of circumstances and connected from the very beginning, bonding through a super challenging time for all of us and coming out the other side stronger than ever. This couple has to be the most genuine, in love, salt of the earth, beautiful humans we’ve had the privilege to get to know and we could not think of a more perfect pair for each other - never have we cried so much at a wedding! Our families found love in each other too and you guys are a testament to your fabulous families, who we adore too! Here’s to the next chapter and a lifetime full of love, happiness and good times - what a wild wedding Jenzy/Dylza!! See you soon”
Tom and Sarah-Jane
“The whole day was full of love and Tom & I wish you a lifetime of happiness! We were honoured to be part of your special day and meeting you both has made our lives brighter! congratulations again”
The Block Shop sends love and the biggest congratulations to this beautiful hard working couple.
Jenny and Dylan after the ceremony, celebrating with friends and family in their home state, Queensland. Image via Instagram @dylanandjenny, photo credit @wanderandfollowimages.
Jenny and Dylan after the ceremony, celebrating with friends and family in their home state, Queensland. Image via Instagram @dylanandjenny, photo credit @wanderandfollowimages.
Image via Instagram @ryanandrachel , with fellow Blockheads from 2022, Ankur and Sharon, Tom and Sarah-Jane and the newlyweds of course, Jenny and Dylan
To take a trip down memory lane, see Jenny and Dylan's completed house here.
Keep up with Everything The Block Treechange 2022 here.
