Outdoor Terrace & Pool Week on The Block 2026 went to Adam and Jolene, who scored 29 out of 30. The judges singled out the covered outdoor kitchen: generous bench space, plenty of storage and a front-row view of the pool.
The BBQ joinery in that kitchen is built in EGR Decor StyleLex.
The decors
- Doors and drawer fronts: StyleLex New Stone. A deep charcoal from the range's architectural finishes. Against pale stone benchtops, timber decking and face brick, it gives the kitchen a strong, grounded line.
- Carcass: StyleLex Dark Grey. An 18mm ABS carcass board with a Weatherproof Composite Core. Choosing a dark carcass means the inside of the cabinets and any exposed edges stay in tone with the fronts.
Both are part of the StyleLex system, so the fronts, carcass and matching edging are designed to work together outside.
Why StyleLex for a covered outdoor kitchen
An alfresco kitchen under a roof still deals with humidity, wind-driven moisture, temperature swings, indirect sunlight, cooking spills and frequent cleaning. Standard indoor board isn't made for that.
StyleLex is EGR Decor's panel system for covered outdoor and alfresco cabinetry:
- 100% waterproof core and polymer surface
- UV protection
- Weather-resistant panels with high stain resistance
- Face panels, carcass boards and edging that work as one system
StyleLex is designed for covered outdoor areas, so specify it for undercover alfresco spaces rather than fully exposed ones. For a deeper look at choosing panels for this kind of space, read Designing a Covered Outdoor Kitchen: What Panels to Use and What Is StyleLex?.
Get the look
The same combination is available now for your next alfresco project:
- StyleLex New Stone for doors and drawer fronts
- StyleLex Dark Grey carcass for the cabinet carcass
Order samples to see both colours side by side, or book a visit to a selection studio in Brisbane, on the Gold Coast, in Sydney or in Melbourne to see StyleLex at full scale.
Images: The Block 2026, Nine Network. Read the episode recap on 9Now.
Questions people ask
What cabinetry was used in the winning outdoor kitchen on The Block 2026?
The BBQ joinery in Adam and Jolene's winning covered outdoor kitchen is EGR Decor StyleLex, with New Stone doors and drawer fronts and a StyleLex Dark Grey carcass.
What is StyleLex New Stone?
New Stone is a decor in EGR Decor's StyleLex range for doors and drawer fronts. It is a deep charcoal, and sits alongside New Urban Crete and New Oxide as one of the range's architectural finishes.
What is the StyleLex Dark Grey carcass?
It is EGR Decor's StyleLex 18mm ABS carcass board in Dark Grey (part STMPP3353). It has a Weatherproof Composite Core and comes in 2400 × 1200mm sheets.
Is StyleLex suitable for outdoor kitchens?
Yes, for covered ones. StyleLex is designed for covered outdoor and alfresco cabinetry such as outdoor kitchens and BBQ joinery. It should be specified for undercover areas rather than fully exposed ones.
Can I see the New Stone and Dark Grey decors in person?
Yes. Order samples online, or book a visit to an EGR Decor selection studio in Brisbane, on the Gold Coast, in Sydney or in Melbourne. Visits are by appointment.
