Love it or hate it, here's the translucent bath on this week's Block en suite reveal

There’s nothing like a risky design decision to get people talking – if you caught this year’s en suite bathroom reveal on The Block, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about.

‘Holy s—’: The see-through bath that floored the judges

When the first thing that comes out of a Block judge’s mouth is a profanity (on a family show!), you know it’s going to be good.

Marty gives an agent’s highest accolade, describing the choice as “marketable” and very suited to the local demographic.

“It feels like those Daylesford day spas with the candles, the bath, the softer tones,” he says. “It’s a balance of this punch in the face, but then there’s this really beautiful calmness throughout.

Darren quips: “It’s a punch in the face with a velvet glove.”

Han, Can and the judges loved it. Does everyone else?

Interior stylist Emma Elizabeth describes translucent baths as a very niche choice.

“It’s not for everyone; I mean, come on!” she says. “In a busy family bathroom, imagine the streak and finger marks. A cleaning nightmare.”

Instead, she describes them as “a statement piece for those who see the bathroom not just as a functional space, but as a stage for art and experience.”

Cue Darren’s comment after seeing the translucent bath: “That is some drama. That is some theatre. That is some entertainment.”

Among the clients drawn to the idea of a see-through bath, Elizabeth says they’re often collectors or design enthusiasts who value pieces that challenge convention.

And, Block contestants.

“It’s been on Han and I’s [sic] vision board forever, we’ve dreamt about having this bath,” Can says of the Wow Translucency bath. “The design of the bathroom was really to make the bath the hero.”

Famous last words from Alicia earlier in the episode, speaking about her Nood Co. olive green bath: “I know we’re the only ones going in with a special bath.”

Nailing the styling for translucent baths

As Shaynna so aptly put it: “It’s something very dangerous to try if you don’t execute it properly.”

So, how can you make sure this addition is integrated in a way that warrants the cool $6250 price tag? Elizabeth says it’s all about context.

“For a design-forward home where the bath is a sanctuary for slow rituals and visual drama, it can absolutely work.

“I’d start by ensuring the bathroom has the architecture to frame it properly: a generous space, beautiful flooring and considered lighting. Potentially even a plinth or step-up area to raise the piece.

“I’d recommend selecting a tone or translucency that complements the palette of the home so that it feels integrated,” Elizabeth says.

Looking at Han and Can’s main bathroom, it’s starting to become clear exactly how they nailed the execution.

Generous space? Tick. Beautiful flooring and considered lighting? Tick. A step-up area? Tick.

“Privacy is another factor as even translucent materials can create subtle outlines and silhouettes so I’d suggest a strategic placement or a layered screening approach. One needs a touch of modesty in one’s life.”

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