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What does work-life balance look like?

Less doing, more just being. Building a home in the country or by the coast is the perfect opportunity to define what a healthy work-life balance might look like for you. If 2020 got you thinking about re-balancing things, you’re not alone.  As a result of the pandemic, more people than ever are keen to design a home that encourages a harmonious mix of work life and personal life. Less stress, more calmness; less exhaustion, more energy and time for leisure; less doing, more just being. While a healthy work-life balance looks different from one person to the next, ...

fire pit area of a country home

Want a break from tradition? Here’s how

A contemporary take on a timeless style Is it possible to love the classic country homestead, but still want to break free of tradition? You bet it is! Take the Evolution Farmhouse, for example.  True to its name, this stand-out design is a contemporary take on a timeless style ...

How to bring the vision to life at pre-start

Whether you’re heading to the coast or the countryside, chances are you’re looking forward to a new way of life. A life more leisurely, with time to enjoy your new surroundings, discover new interests, catch up with friends and spend time with the family. You may be planning ...

7 reasons your home needs a pot plant (or two)

The days are long gone when ‘indoor greenery’ referred to a sad, thirsty-looking house plant languishing in the corner of the room. Today’s interior foliage is super-stylish and bursting with natural vitality.   From giant tropical specimens, to micro-sized succulents, we’re finding places to add a thriving ...

3 Ingredients for a great dinner party

With recent events forcing us to rethink our options for dining out, it seems the dinner party is being welcomed back with open arms. From guest lists and table decorations, to tantalising hors d’oeuvres and trendy cocktails, we’re planning and prepping dining experiences at the hottest restaurant in ...

cosy living space with fireplace

Gas Fire or Wood Fire? How to choose

Did you know the saying “home is where the heart is” is an adaptation of the phrase “home is where the hearth is”? From cooking over an open flame to heating water for that end-of-the week bath, the fireplace truly was the focal point – the heart – of the ...

Tree changes on the cards

The COVID-19 pandemic and government stimulus packages have increased the variety of people opting for a tree change, with Western Australians from all demographics giving thought to a move to the countryside. Read more of the New Homes article here.

Built for its surrounds

Taking advantage of the tranquil landscape of Chidlow, this custom build expresses an Australian feel and is the epitome of country living. Read more about the custom home in New Homes here.

The Karroo home render

3 Bestselling Farmhouse Designs

If you’re planning to build in the Perth Hills, the South West or any other of WA’s fabulous rural locations, chances are you’ve come across one or two farmhouse designs in your search for that perfect plan. Farmhouse designs are synonymous with rolling countryside, the great outdoors ...

The Kalgup retreat

Why Build a Loft Home?

When you’re thinking about building a new home, chances are you’ll naturally gravitate towards either single-storey designs or two-storey designs. But there is another option.  The loft home. Loft homes don’t often get the attention they deserve, but they’re a great choice for all sorts ...

A step by step process on the Government Building Grants

There is no better time to build a home in Western Australia with historically low interest rates and a range of Federal and State government incentives available, making building a home a lot more affordable. The process can take months, so you will need to act fast to ...

Who’s afraid of a sloping block?

Building a new home on a sloping block doesn’t faze us, but we can understand why it might cause some homebuyers to think twice. But why reject a fabulous block if you don’t need to? Why say no to views or a prime location just because ...

the kalgup retreat

A rural escape

The Kalgup Retreat display has something for just about everyone, offering several different areas for comfortable seasonal living. Read the full article here.

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.

Every corner of The Darlington captures the sweeping beauty of its namesake hills. 
With wraparound verandahs and a timeless farmhouse-inspired façade, this home is made for those who love the outdoors as much as the comfort within.⁠
⁠Come explore the view for yourself.⁠

📍81 Darlington Road, Darlington
🕑 Wednesday 2pm - 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 5pm
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Set against a spectacular Pink Lake backdrop, this home is all about rethinking the classic country lifestyle.

Based on our Evolution Farmhouse design, this home features clean lines, minimalist edges, and a dash of urban styling.

📸@photographicabykirstensivyer

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Situated in the picturesque Oldbury region of WA, this beautifully crafted home is a true sanctuary. 
From first impressions, the elevation offers all the romance of a traditional Rural Building Co. home, with feature bush pole supports and a generous verandah accompanied by an impressive alfresco area.

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“We wanted a warm, generous, welcoming home – and that’s exactly what they gave us.”
Naomi and her family wanted a home that felt part of the Gidgegannup landscape: spacious, relaxed and perfect for entertaining. We were proud to deliver this. 

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With all the traditional hallmarks of The Rural Building Co., our Gelorup Retreat display blends rustic charm with modern elegance.

📍4 Olearia Court, Gelorup, WA 6230
🕙Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday, & Sunday 12pm-5pm

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Master suite dreams come true in our Darlington display, where the light works its magic at all hours of the day. 

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