Episode 13 – Michael & Carlene, Renovate or Rebuild

In this episode...

In this episode our CEO, Roshan Ramnarain, chats to Michael & Carlene, former contestants on The Block: The Glasshouse in 2014 and taking Australia by storm with renovations galore, interior designing, and even hosting their own show; Ready, Set, Reno.

Rosh and the hard-working couple will be discussing life after The Block, their time on Renovate or Rebuild, and what’s next in their lives.

Meet our guests

Michael and Carlene’s passion for renovating catapulted them to fame on ‘The Block Glasshouse’ in 2014, endearing them to millions of Australians.

Today, they host 9 Life’s Ready Set Reno, Open Homes Australia, and Renovate or Rebuild. Known for their entertaining, humorous, and dynamic partnership, they balance upbeat personalities, calm composure, and dry wit.

As a quintessential Aussie family with their children, Paddy and Stella, their down-to-earth nature have won widespread admiration. With a shared love for design and renovation, they founded Cedar & Suede, a business that blends their passion, experience, and creativity to offer content plus renovation and design services.

Michael and Carlene

Renovate or Rebuild

Renovate or Rebuild is an engaging Australian TV show that explores the challenging decision homeowners face: whether to renovate their existing homes or start from scratch with a new build.

Each episode tells the story of a family as they navigate this choice, balancing budget limitations, design dreams, and the quest to create their ideal home. The series takes viewers on a visually rich journey, featuring collaborations between homeowners and top architects, designers, and builders, who bring fresh design ideas and advanced construction methods to life.

With its mix of heartfelt stories, practical design advice, and stunning transformations, Renovate or Rebuild is a must-see for anyone passionate about home design and renovation.