Co-founders of Design & Construction practice MANNA MADE, former 2x The Block contestants, current The Block Foreman and co-host of Healthy Homes Australia, Dan and Dani Reilly take us step by step through their dream build in a little slice of paradise on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula suitably named ‘Blairgowrie House’.
Armed with a combined 30 years of design and construction knowledge and experience behind them and a handful of expert guests, learn the realities of a build from the architectural building design and interior design processes right through to the nitty gritty construction details… plus everything in between.
With a low-tox and sustainable approach to the design and construction of ‘Blairgowrie House’, Dan and Dani share what was important to them in this project and the key things to consider with any building project.
About MANNA MADE
Established in 2016, MANNA MADE is a full-service design and construction practice, specialising in the delivery of high-end residential, major alterations, additions, and new builds. We are founded on decades of industry experience, proven expertise, and a passion for creating sophisticated and aspirational homes for our clients.
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Co-founders of Design & Construction practice MANNA MADE, former 2x The Block contestants, current The Block Foreman and co-host of Healthy Homes Australia, Dan and Dani Reilly take us step by step through their dream build in a little slice of paradise on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula suitably named ‘Blairgowrie House’.
Armed with a combined 30 years of design and construction knowledge and experience behind them and a handful of expert guests, learn the realities of a build from the architectural building design and interior design processes right through to the nitty gritty construction details… plus everything in between.
With a low-tox and sustainable approach to the design and construction of ‘Blairgowrie House’, Dan and Dani share what was important to them in this project and the key things to consider with any building project.
About MANNA MADE
Established in 2016, MANNA MADE is a full-service design and construction practice, specialising in the delivery of high-end residential, major alterations, additions, and new builds. We are founded on decades of industry experience, proven expertise, and a passion for creating sophisticated and aspirational homes for our clients.
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We’re stepping inside! Dan and Dani crack on with the finer details of the interior. Interior design choices are a huge part of what gives a house it's individual personality and transform it into a home, but without the right skill set, the process can quickly become overwhelming. Nikki Chappell an Interior Designer from the Manna Made team joins us to talk us through the differences between interior design, decoration, and interior styling, and what the process looks like when working with a client to help them create their dream space.
(02:00) The joys of hitting the lock-up stage.
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(02:50) Dan and Dani on insulating Blairgowrie House themselves.
(06:30) Welcome interior designer Nikki from Manna Made.
(06:45) What’s the difference between an interior decorator, an interior designer, and a stylist?
(13:40) What it looks like to work with an expert interior designer.
(18:20) The seven stages of Manna Made interior design.
(26:35) Unpacking the cost of interior design expertise in real terms.
(27:45) Sourcing sustainably driven businesses and Australian-made furniture.
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