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Delays when building

When building a new home, we understand that you will be excited to see the finished product. The quickest way to get to see your new home is to have people working on it every workday.  However there are a number of unavoidable delays that can influence the construction timeline. Permits and approvals: One hold up that can be out of your Site Supervisors’ hands is permitting. Permits and council approvals can take time to be process by the local council and construction cannot commence until council approval is received. Weather: Until a roof goes on, rain can stop ...

Coastal look moodboard

Coastal Living

Shop the look: Shop the look here: Jonathan Adler day bed Poolside with Slim Aarons book Freedom Console Table Siesta Hammocks Macrame Hanging Chair Walker Zabriskie Furniture pillows Brown Jordan lounge chair and ottoman

Kitchen design: The Kitchen Triangle

Are you in the process of designing the kitchen in your new home? It's likely you’ve heard about the kitchen work triangle. Although it’s often hailed by designers as the best way to set up a kitchen, the concept of the working triangle alone is not enough. To ...

Marri view entertainers kitchen

The ultimate entertainers kitchen

Our display home, The Marri View features the ultimate entertainers kitchen. The spacious kitchen is recessed to the side of the living area, with the breakfast bar positioned adjacent to the dining area creating the perfect space for socialising with kids or interacting with guests. Workflow in and out of ...

Covered alfresco area with wooden beams and country outlook

Hidden costs when building a new home

Avoid any surprises when building your home Building a new home cannot be drilled down into one simple price that you can use to calculate your overall costs. There can be a lot of hidden extra costs when building a house and if you don’t know about them then ...

Make the most of the space in your home

Tips to create more room and feel less cluttered Feeling a little claustrophobic of late? It might be due to a variety of reasons, like too much clutter, a new addition to the family or you’re lucky enough to fit a single bed in that guest room. We have ...

Sunset over a country house with swimming pool

5 tips to create a relaxing indoor-outdoor entertaining area

Create a large entertaining area that your guests will love Having a well-designed outdoor area adjacent to your living area is a great way to get more space when needed and to add value to your home. The indoor-outdoor concept is not a new idea, but when you combine it ...

open plan living room with raked ceilings

Our Site Supervisor’s top tips for visiting display homes

Your Site Supervisor plays a very important role in the costruction of your new home. They oversee the construction activities that take place on your work site and will be involved in the supervision of subcontractors and trades. All work crews and individuals on site will take their direction from ...

Spring flatlay

Top finds this Spring

Shop the look: Shop this look here: Freedom New Era Clock Freedom Oro Mirror Freedom Sofa Freedom Scatter Cushions Freedom White Wash Side Table Zanui Estoke Rug Freedom Batgirl Armchair Freedom Adele Ottoman Freedom Astrid Ottoman Freedom Amali Floor lamp Thinking of building a new country home? Contact us, we'd ...

Tips for pre-start

Hear from our New Homes Administrators (NHA) Pre-start is an exciting part of the home building process as it’s when you can start to really visualise how your complete new home will look! But it can also be a daunting period as the selections chosen at the time will ...

open plan kitchen with aqua splash back and wooden dining table

7 quick and easy spring cleaning tips

Keep your house in top shape It's spring cleaning time. To make things a little easier, we have 7 tips that will help you keep your house in tip-top shape any time of year.   1. Organise your wardrobe Organising your closet is the first step to organising the rest of your ...

Marriview flatlay

Kids Retreat

Shop the look Shop the look here: Zanui flat weave rug Zanui artwork Rosenberry Rooms side table Freedom Sofa Adairs scatter cushions

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Why build your new home with The Rural Building Company?

Choosing a builder Have you decided to build a new home? Now, to make your building journey an enjoyable one, you need to find the right builder! Here are our top four reasons as to why we believe you should build your dream home with The Rural Building Company.  &...

Video Library

Looking for home design inspiration? Our display home videos make choosing your new home even easier. Take a virtual walk through our range of display homes from the comfort of your home at a time convenient to you.

We have included a comprehensive range of videos that will delight your new home aspirations. You’ll find the latest design trends and styles suited to rural locations across Western Australia. From rustic rural retreats to classic country hideaways, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

We understand that for many of our clients, living in the country means you simply can’t get to a display home. What are you waiting for? View our video display home tours below and get your new home building journey underway.

In a peaceful corner of Aveley, Peter and Mary entrusted us with the creation of their forever home. The end result is a residence that's perfectly matched to both the location and their family's needs. 

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This is the last day to visit our display homes, before they close for Christmas 🎄 

The Darlington and The Gelorup Retreat will both close at 5pm on Wednesday, December 10, reopening at 2pm on Wednesday January 7. We’d love to see you today, from 2pm. 

📍The Darlington, 81 Darlington Road, Darlington
📍The Gelorup Retreat, 4 Olearia Court, Gelorup

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At The Rural Building Co., we know it's the early-morning moments and the simple things that make a house a home. ☕

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Introducing the Urban Range: a new collection of homes with The Rural Building Co.'s distinctive rhythm and character, but with a level of refinement that responds specifically to urban living. 

The Urban Range is a collection of eight homes designed for people who crave the feel of a rural home, yet want to remain close to the conveniences and communities of metro life. 

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Every corner of our Darlington display celebrates the surrounding landscape, from the timber flooring to the high ceilings and expansive windows. 

📍81 Darlington Road, Darlington
🕙Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm

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Awarded Project Home of the Year at the 2025 HIA Western Australian Housing Awards, this is a very special custom residence, designed to capture the beauty of the surrounding Oldbury countryside. 

We're thrilled to see this home awarded such a high accolade, and congratulate everyone involved in the design and construction of this extraordinary home. 

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The beauty of natural timber is celebrated in this sanctuary-like ensuite, as it is throughout the custom-designed Willyung farmhouse. 

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