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Rural bathroom design upgrades you won’t regret!
Sometimes an upgrade is necessary when it comes to designing your bathroom. Consider the following rural bathroom design upgrades to your build - here's why! 1. An extra vanity - to keep the sanity! This one is pretty self explanatory but having your own space in the bathroom is essential! 2. Larger mirrors. Not only will they make your bathroom space feel larger, but add value to your build! 3. Soap dispensers. This may be a small detail to consider but will keep your bathroom looking chic without the ugly plastic soap containers. 4. More cabinet space. Storage in any room is important! 5. A ...
Kitchen design tips for your country home
Are you ready to design your dream kitchen? The kitchen is often referred to as the 'heart of the home'. It is where the family interact, where meals are prepared and it's where guests migrate when you're entertaining at home. That's why your kitchen must be both beautiful and functional. ...
Top 10 tips to decorating your home
So you've finished building your home and now you need to decorate, but where to start? Here is a mini checklist we've set up for you! 1. Create a budget, sometimes the toughest thing to stick to but always best to start with! 2. Sketch a floorplan of your furniture layout, know ...
Declutter your country style home
Minimalistic, modern and fresh. That's the trend and it's here to stay. Regardless of your everyday activities, decluttering your home is effectively decluttering 80% of your life (stats from an unknown source). It can often be an overwhelming process so here is how we suggest you declutter your country style home. 1. ...
Bletchley Loft Featured in Houzz
Find inspiration when building your home We are so excited to have the Bletchley Loft featured on the latest edition of Houzz. From decorating a room to building a custom home, Houzz connects millions of homeowners, home design enthusiasts and home improvement professionals across the country and around the world. ...
The building process guide
Understanding your building journey Part of the building process is to meet new people along the way. At The Rural Building Company there is approximately 35 staff including construction supervisors, new homes consultants through to drafting and estimating. When building with The Rural Building Company, at one stage or another they ...
Alfresco design tips
Maximise your living space These days, alfrescos are often seen as an outdoor extension to your indoor living room. Alfrescos can be used as an external dining room to have a sit down meal, an entertainment area for guests or a quiet place to enjoy a book on a warm ...
Tips to enhance your cinematic experience
Recreating the ultimate home theatre Home theatres are designed to recreate an authentic cinematic experience, sound quality is a large component of this. Most living rooms are not designed to make the most of the latest in surround sound devices. This may be due to the size, shape or features ...
Things to think about when designing a room
Size Think about how long the person will be living in the room. If it is a long period of time it might be better to have 2 bigger rooms in addition to the master bedroom, as opposed to 3 smaller rooms (in addition to the master). A primary school ...
What is greywater?
Grey water is the waste water stream from all sources other than the toilet and kitchen because this water contains sewage, oil, fats and food scraps which will not break down easily and will cause blockage in filters and pipes. Most houses can easily re-use Greywater from their laundry’s ...
Australian bushfire protection advice for your Rural home
Protect your home from potential damage During summer the risk of bush fires drastically increases. Even if you don’t live in a high risk area it is always a good idea to protect your home from potential damage. Please have a read of the following Australian bushfire protection advice ...
The advantage of an open floor plan
What is an open floor plan? First of all, what is an open floor plan? A home with this layout has one common larger room, in some cases the combination of the kitchen, living and dining room areas. Here are our top 3 advantages to open plan living. 1. Open floor plans ...
How to design a functional laundry
To design a functional laundry layout, it is important to identify the different 'zones'. There are three main zones in any laundry; 1. The Dirty Area2. The Clean Area and;3. The Workspace Each of these areas will differ in size depending on how your home is organised. The dirty area is ...
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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.
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We`re thrilled to announce that we`ve added to our award-winning track record, claiming the 2026 Australian Project Home of the Year at this year’s @hia_au Housing Awards.
This is the fourth-consecutive year this national award has been bestowed to The Rural Building Co. and our affiliated brand, WA Country Builders.
The home, built in the picturesque suburb of Oldbury in Western Australia’s Peel region, is a beautifully crafted residence offering a private sanctuary that reflects a considered balance of comfort, functionality and timeless Australian style.
We`re so proud of this home.
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What a pleasure to show you around our Yalyalup Retreat display in Busselton`s new Embark estate.
The Yalyalup Retreat is a home designed for comfort, connection and a way of life that feels settled from the moment you arrive
📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm
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Life near Emu Point has its own rhythm.
Open water, wide skies and a shoreline that’s always changing with the light and tide - it`s easy to see why so many people choose to call this stretch of coast home.
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Fresh air, open skies, and room to breathe.
This idyllic home is taking shape in North Dandalup, surrounded by sweeping landscapes and endless horizon views.
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In Gooseberry Hill, our Linton Classic home design has been beautifully brought to life, with exquisite finishes and fixtures.
This traditional Australian homestead features an “L-shaped” design, which offers expansive, free-form living spaces and endless views.
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Designed for comfort and connection to its surroundings, this living space features all of our favourite things. A fireplace anchors the room, while raking ceilings create volume and light.
Framed views extend to the trees beyond, grounding the interior in its landscape and providing a calm, natural outlook from every angle.
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Natural light was a key focus in this custom home in Willyung.
The high raked ceiling and full-height glazing draw the outdoors in, filling the living space with light throughout the day and framing the surrounding landscape.
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This Easter, we’re celebrating the simple moments that make a house feel like home. From quiet coffee rituals to baking a beautiful coffee and walnut cake, it’s these little traditions that bring family and friends together.
Wishing you a relaxing Easter filled with good food, great company, and the comfort of home.
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