Hosted by Dr Chris Brown, My Reno Rules follows four teams competing to transform sections of two neighbouring Melbourne homes, guided by industry experts Neale Whitaker, Simon Cohen and Julia Green.
Working room by room, the teams respond to changing briefs and real‑world challenges, making decisions that shape how each home will look, feel and be lived in.
Cycle one marks the beginning of the renovation journey, as teams start work on the first areas of the homes: bedrooms, living rooms, a study and the main bathroom.
These early spaces are where product selections matter most. Decisions around light, privacy and comfort are made under real pressure, setting the tone for how each room will function and feel as the renovation unfolds.
Across the bedrooms, blockout Luxaflex Duette Honeycomb Shades were layered with sheer curtains to create calm, private spaces without sacrificing natural light. Duette Shades provide cushioning comfort for rest, while sheers soften the room and gently filter daylight throughout the day.
In the living areas, wall‑to‑wall linen curtains became the hero. Each home interpreted this differently, selecting varied tones and textures to express its own character while maintaining a sense of cohesion.
The study continued this layered approach, with Duette Shades paired with sheer curtains so the space could easily adapt to function as an additional bedroom.
In the main bathroom, sheer curtains introduced an unexpected softness. Natural light is filtered while privacy is maintained, shifting the space beyond the purely functional and creating an atmosphere that feels calm, refined and quietly indulgent.
