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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 be a utility brick that is rendered. The internal walls utilise a utility brick that is either rendered and then plastered, or it can be lined using a lining board. The advantages are that it could be considered the most efficient method of construction in the soil and climactic conditions ...
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 ...
Pole or Stumped Homes
A solution for sloping land Pole or Stumped Homes is the combination of pole or stumps to support a deck providing the basis for framing. This could be the best solution for difficult sloping sites as it alleviates the issues for cut and fill, bunding and retaining. It can also ...
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 ...
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
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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.
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There`s so much to love about Troy`s custom-designed Oldbury home - not least that breathtaking cathedral-style living area.
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Although The Gelorup Retreat display home has closed, it remains one of our most popular designs. Take a 360-degree virtual tour of the home and you`ll see why!
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In this contemporary farmhouse, the supersized alfresco offers the ultimate space to relax, unwind and take in the beautiful surroundings.
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A quintessentially Australian design with a modern farmhouse feel - that`s our beautiful Yalyalup Retreat display home, open now.
📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
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Step by step, our Daintree Retreat is coming to life in North Dandalup. This magical home has been a joy to build.
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Drawing inspiration from two of our most popular designs, The Karroo is an elegant home with all the quintessential Australian features that you`d expect from a Rural Building Co. creation.
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Building Troy`s home in Oldbury was very much a collaborative process - we took his ideas, values and vision and worked alongside him to build the perfect house.
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Our clients chose the prettiest spot in Roleystone to build the Karridale Retreat. We`re thrilled to see this beautiful home close to completion.
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