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Design trends for 2018: Create the perfect country retreat
Keep up to date with what's in and out Colour Warm and earth colours will replace the more minimal palette that we have been seeing in previous seasons. This will include tones of sienna, tan, terracotta as well as rust and russet on walls, furniture and home décor. Kitchens Marble continues to be the preferred material for kitchens, however we are expecting to see more green and brown marble used in 2018. 40 or 60mm thick stone benchtops will be replaced with thin marble benchtops using a shark-nose profile to appear to float over kitchen cabinets. Another popular look will be ...
How to choose the right splashback for your kitchen
Common splashback choices There is an overwhelming amount of choices out there for kitchen splashbacks. Here is some information on popular varieties to help you narrow down which splashback is the right choice for your new kitchen. Pick your benchtop first Best practice is to first select your benchtop first ...
Designing your Walk-in wardrobe
What to consider when designing and organising your walk-in wardrobe Building and designing your new home is an exciting experience, you can have exactly what you want in your new house. So have you thought about including the ultimate walk in wardrobe in your building plans? Walk-in wardrobes are what ...
An Aussie Favourite
Introducing our new display home - Karri Creek Our new display home the Karri Creek Traditional speaks volumes of our relaxed Australia lifestyle and our love for the great outdoors. The home features a simple and refined layout and like many of our Rural Building Company display homes, it doesn't ...
Natural-light Filled Retreat
Shop the look Get the look here: Beacon Lighting pendant light Adair's tribal scatter cushions Freedom patterned floor rug Freedom indoor plant Sokol wishbone chair Click here to view more photos of this home.
Freestanding or in-built bath tub: Which should you choose?
Which bath style is right for you? A beautiful bath can take bathing to new heights of sophistication as well as add elegance and a distinctive edge to any bathroom. Over the past few decades, bathtubs have gone from being a purely functional fixture to having the capacity to be ...
Your guide to create a unique country interior
Achieve a rustic look in your home Have you just completed building your dream country haven? Maybe you’ve got farmhouse fever? When done well, a country interior style can bring warmth to monochromatic spaces, add timeless profiles to contemporary designs and allow you to create eclectic spaces that reflect ...
Your guide to indoor plants
If you’re looking for that single, finishing touch to add to your home we have your answer - indoor plants. The humble indoor plant is well and truly back on trend. Studies show that decorating with greenery indoors can reduce stress and create a general feeling of wellbeing. On ...
Step into Spring
Shop the look Get the look here: Freedom pendant light Temple and Webster linen sofa Zara Home timber stool
Rural Accent
Introducing our Marri View display home Romantic, elegant and impressive, our Marri View display home is a traditional Australian home with a rural accent. The beautiful Marri View was designed to encapsulate the blocks surrounding views from all living areas of the home including the kitchen. Views are captured in ...
Winning Winter Palette
Shop the look Get the look here: Beacon Lighting pendant lights Freedom pillows and throws Dulux dark colour palettes Freedom indoor plants
7 must know kitchen design tips
How to make a beautiful and functional kitchen The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where birthday cakes are decorated, dinners are prepared, Christmas lunch is served and where all the best family secrets are spilled! But what if your kitchen isn’t practical? When it comes ...
Black is Back
Shop the look Shop the look here: Freedom clam bowl Ikea cow hide skin rug Freedom ebony floor rug Freedom coffee buffet Ikea black velvet chair Freedom coffee table Freedom prints
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 a peaceful corner of Aveley, Peter and Mary entrusted us with the creation of their forever home. The end result is a residence that`s perfectly matched to both the location and their family`s needs.
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This is the last day to visit our display homes, before they close for Christmas 🎄
The Darlington and The Gelorup Retreat will both close at 5pm on Wednesday, December 10, reopening at 2pm on Wednesday January 7. We’d love to see you today, from 2pm.
📍The Darlington, 81 Darlington Road, Darlington
📍The Gelorup Retreat, 4 Olearia Court, Gelorup
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At The Rural Building Co., we know it`s the early-morning moments and the simple things that make a house a home. ☕
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Introducing the Urban Range: a new collection of homes with The Rural Building Co.`s distinctive rhythm and character, but with a level of refinement that responds specifically to urban living.
The Urban Range is a collection of eight homes designed for people who crave the feel of a rural home, yet want to remain close to the conveniences and communities of metro life.
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Every corner of our Darlington display celebrates the surrounding landscape, from the timber flooring to the high ceilings and expansive windows.
📍81 Darlington Road, Darlington
🕙Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm
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In Chidlow, golden hour lights up the landscape and reminds us why we build in this beautiful part of the world.
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Awarded Project Home of the Year at the 2025 HIA Western Australian Housing Awards, this is a very special custom residence, designed to capture the beauty of the surrounding Oldbury countryside.
We`re thrilled to see this home awarded such a high accolade, and congratulate everyone involved in the design and construction of this extraordinary home.
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The beauty of natural timber is celebrated in this sanctuary-like ensuite, as it is throughout the custom-designed Willyung farmhouse.
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