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Tile trends for 2018
The last thing you want to do is build a new home only to have your tile choices go out of fashion straight away. If you are currently selecting tiles for your home, you need to know what is currently trending and what will still be on trend for years to come. 2018 will bring change to what we can expect to be popular in tile patterns, colour and shapes. Below are our trending tile predictions for the New Year. TerrazzoDisplaying an irresistible statement of flair and versatility is the terrazzo tile, one which we expect to see more of in 2018. ...
Outdoor Celebrations
Add some magic to your outdoor space Let the Christmas cheer spill out of your home and into your backyard with these festive outdoor decorations. Get the look here. 1. Barlume ornament large LED gold 2. Gold table runner 3. Champagne glitter Magnolia garland 4. Festive napkins 5. LED copper wire lights 6. Iron &...
Achieving Sustainable Living
Considering the environment and sustainability in your house design is something that will not only make your home feel great, but will also reduce your day to day running costs. A comprehensive way of achieving this is through correct orientation and by implementing a design that is solar passive. Ensuring ...
Designing a Chef’s Kitchen
Consider these 5 elements for your new kitchen We spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Whether it’s for cooking, socialising or doing work, you can’t deny that the kitchen is the heart of all homes. A kitchens layout is very much a question of personal preference but ...
Casual and Relaxed
Shop the look Get the look here: Freedom iconic large ray Adairs axel cushion Adairs macrame cushion Beacon Lighting weave pendent light Freedom round coffee table Freedom fabric modular Click here to view more photos of this home.
The ultimate alfresco: Outdoor entertaining
Our guide to designing an alfresco area So you like to entertain? More and more households are moving their living rooms outside, so why not make sure you do it the right way. Outdoor entertaining is part of the Australian lifestyle, so here is our guide to designing the ultimate ...
2017 Kitchen trends to help inspire your next build
Discover these latest kitchen trends Are you currently in the process of designing your new kitchen? The kitchen is a centrepiece for most new homes, open plan and constantly on show, its important you pay careful attention to the design of your kitchen. Discover these latest kitchen trends to help ...
Construction Methods
Over the years, we have compiled a wide range of home designs that utilise a wide range of materials. We are not constrained by conventional wisdom but will mix and integrate materials to achieve an outcome. Reverse brick veneer for aesthetics and energy efficiency. Clay brick for romance. Corrugated metal, ...
Reverse Brick Veneer
Reverse Brick Veneer is a thermally dynamic form of construction. It has the advantages of the aesthetics of a framed home and improved thermal efficiency over double brick. The mass of the brickwork moderates the internal temperature while the external lining provides the waterproofing to the home. Insulation between the ...
Rammed Earth
This is produced using a mix of soil and cement to obtain an impervious wall. It is built onsite, using formwork to hold the compacted material while it hardens. It is a single layer impervious wall. Although it sounds environmentally positive there are some real issues. Because of the high ...
Double Clay Brick and Slab on Ground
Double Clay Brick and Slab on Ground is the most conventional method of construction in WA. There is a cavity between the outside layer of brick and the inside layer so that moisture doesn’t penetrate into the home. The external layer is either in a face brick or can ...
Brick Veneer
Brick Veneer is the most common method of construction in Australia, but is rarely used in the sand plain coastal regions of Western Australia. It utilises either steel or timber framing internally with a skin of face brick externally. Alternatively, the outside layer of brick could be a utility brick ...
Integrated Construction
What is it? Integrated Construction is the use of timber or steel framing utilising various forms of external cladding materials to provide weather protection and interesting architectural aesthetics. It is usually constructed using slab on a sand pad or waffle pod slab directly in contact with the ground. This form ...
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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In Oldbury, this custom home is a masterful expression of modern rural architecture, defined by exceptional craftsmanship and a richly layered palette of timber, stone and concrete.
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Designed to inspire thought and relaxation, the den features a hand-painted mural by local artist @brentonsee. Brenton painted flowers endemic to the local area, perfectly aligning with The Rural Building Co. philosophy of drawing inspiration from the immediate surroundings for our homes.
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If you’ve been dreaming of a life by the water, surrounded by community and natural beauty, maybe it’s time to make Bunbury home.
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In Yalyalup, the whole community came together for the @embark_busselton Display Village Street Party.
For The Rural Building Co., the day marked an exciting milestone, with the first public opening of The Yalyalup Retreat Display Home.
The Yalyalup Retreat Display Home is now open and we look forward to welcoming you to our newest retreat!
📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm
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Seeking a lifestyle immersed in nature, Darren and Michelle chose Parkerville, where they embraced a tree change that transformed their everyday.
Their vision for a life immersed in nature came alive with double balconies that seamlessly extend their living space into the treetops. 🌳
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Contemporary and richly charming, The Cedar Hollow is a four-bedroom home that truly captures farmhouse life in an urban setting.
This brand-new design is part of our Urban Range - a collection of uniquely rural homes crafted for metro areas.
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The view down to the Salmon Holes in Torndirrup National Park is a reminder of why life in regional WA is so special.
At The Rural Building Co., we build in some of Australia’s most idyllic corners, creating homes that sit comfortably within their surroundings and the lifestyle that comes with them.
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This signature farmhouse, based on our popular Julimar Classic design, is really starting to come together in Mundaring. With its striking gable, feature timber posts and expansive glazing, it’s a great example of the strong rural character we’re known for.
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