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Award winning reputation continues for The Rural Building Company

Contemporary rural living with a rustic charm The Rural Building Company has had another success at the recent HIA CSR Western Australian Housing Awards, taking out the major award for 2022 HIA Western Australian Project Home of the Year. Announced at the HIA CSR Western Australian Housing Awards on Friday 25 November, The Rural Building Company were triumphant for this home in Marbelup that showcases a timeless spacious, farmhouse design. Principal Designer Rob Kirkosvki, said the home was based from a design from the Retreat Range, The Hinterland. "This home emanates rustic charm and relaxes into contemporary rural living," Mr Kirkovski said. "...

the blaxland retreat

The Rural Building Company wins MBA award for innovative, country home

An innovative take on a traditional country home, wowed the judges at the recent Master Builders Association Western Australian Mid-West Building Excellence Awards. On Saturday 15 October, The Rural Building Company was rewarded Best Contract Homes $430,000 - $500,000 for a client home in Buller. General Manager Tony Harvie said the win is ...

the kalgup retreat alfresco area

Rustic Eclectic

Designed to embrace the Western Australian Landscape With its extensive side verandah and sweeping views, feature bush poles, exposed rafters and feature weatherboard cladding, the Kalgup Retreat encapsulates the outdoors, offering a rustic appeal. STM Magazine  #Home Edit writer, Maya Anderson recently interviewed Principal Designer Rob Kirkovski about ...

the blaxland retreat

Building Excellence Awards celebrate industry’s best

The Geraldton Guardian, pg 2 Friday 21 October 2022

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Eclectic bathroom wins at WA Kitchen & Bathroom Awards

Another win at Perth Housing Awards The Rural Building Company was one of the big winners at the 2022 HIA COLORBOND® steel Perth Housing Awards and WA Kitchen and Bathroom Awards on Saturday! The winning Bathroom in a Display Home $450,001 to $600,000, is a showstopper! This bathroom from The Rural Building Company’...

New homes diamond in the ruff article

Relax in a rustic retreat designed for all seasons

The West Australian, New Homes lift out - Saturday 15 October 2022 Read more...

HIA regional housing awards

The Rural Building Company celebrated and acknowledged at recent HIA Awards

Great success at the housing awards The Rural Building Company is proud to share its great success at the HIA CSR Regional Western Australian Housing Awards. The best homes in WA’s South West and Great Southern regions were recognised at the event held on Friday 9 September 2022. The Housing Awards ...

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Heating your Home

We understand. Two words that speak volumes about The Rural Building Company. Over the years, we have compiled a wide range of home designs that that embrace the need to provide environmentally responsible housing. If you’re building a home, there are options to consider to keep your new ...

Open fireplace in the living space

10 top country home design features

Our favourite design features for rural hideaways What does your idea of a rural retreat look like?  Maybe you’re picturing a winter escape with a roaring fire, a roast in the oven and card games with the kids. Cosy blankets, hot chocolate and the latest bestseller. Or maybe ...

experience is key in bridgetown article

Experience is key in Bridgetown

Beryl Thompson has played a significant role in growing WA Country Builders & the Rural Building Company in Bridgetown. With Beryl establishing the Bridgetown office in 1995. Read the full article here.

WA country builders and rural building company team

Local team offer a lifetime of experience

Local Building and Design Consultants Jack Walker and Simone Taylor have been a distinguished part of WA Country Builders & Rural Building Company since it's establishment in the South West. Read more here.

Time for a change in 2021?

Redefine your work-life balance Disillusioned by too many years spent in the city or the suburbs? Ready to fast-track those plans to retire to the country? Yearning for a slower pace of life, the call of the surf or the freedom of the great outdoors? Retiring baby-boomers may be leading ...

Interior design trends for 2021

Keep up to date with the most recent trends Trend-watchers and interior design enthusiasts have been busy predicting the hot new looks for 2021. There are surprises, along with one or two old favourites.  We’ve taken a peek at a few of the forecasts and projections and condensed them ...

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.

From above, The Darlington is all sharp angles and strong lines - distinctly modern, yet unmistakably rural. Inspired by the character of its namesake in WA, this home reimagines the classic Australian farmhouse for contemporary living.

It’s a home made for big skies, long afternoons, and quiet pockets of space. We'd love you to visit. 

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

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If you're looking for an excuse to slow down and soak up some colour this winter, @nannupgardenfestival is calling. From 8-17 August, the town transforms with more than 20,000 tulips in bloom - plus more than 80 events and workshops to explore.

Tickets are available from nannupgardens.org.au/tickets

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From the orientation to the material choices, every last detail of this Hay farmhouse was carefully considered. The end result is a rural hideaway that responds to the way our clients live - and the landscape they live in.

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At The Rural Building Co., we understand winter days well spent - rugged up against the weather with wellies and waterproofs, enjoying quality family time together. Our homes are built for these moments. 

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