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The benefits of solar power
Looking for ways to reduce you electricity bill? Want to reduce you electricity bill by up to $800 a year? It's simple; all you have to do is install a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System in your home today. Not only will you be saving money, but you will also be contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emission, which in turn will improve Australia's carbon footprint. By installing 1.5 kilowatts (kW) Solar PV System in your home, it is the equal of planting 18 trees! Here is all the information that you will need when planning to save money and help the environment ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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We`re looking forward to seeing you at @dowerinmachineryfielddays on August 26 and 27.
Come and find us in the Lionel John Metcalf Pavilion to chat about living the rural dream. We`d love to see you!
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There`s magic in our Argyle design, with free-form living areas and soaring raking ceilings that capture the landscape outside.
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A home should feel comfortable in every season. Warm winter sun, a cosy fire and thoughtful design come together to create a space you`ll love spending time in.
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Our homes shine throughout the seasons, but when the light`s low and the fire burns, they`re infused with a special kind of magic. 🔥
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Ask Troy his favourite space in his Oldbury home, and he doesn`t hesitate.
"My favourite space is the open, cathedral-style living room, with its exposed beams," he told us.
"I often walk through the front door just to take in the view that I created."
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We don`t just design bathrooms - we design sanctuaries 🛀
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Thoughtfully designed to provide shelter, warmth and a seamless connection to the home, our outdoor spaces are made to be lived in all year round.
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Inside our beautiful Yalyalup Retreat Display, raking timber ceilings and oversized sliding doors strengthen the connection to the outdoors and draw the surrounding landscape into daily life.
📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm
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