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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 of construction is of great benefit in clay soils as it provides considerable savings over double clay brick because the building moves without cracking. Brickwork requires extensive steel reinforcement to stop it from flexing. Additional sand pad depth is also required. It is necessary to satisfactorily insulate the building to ...
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
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
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.
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We`re thrilled to announce that we`ve added to our award-winning track record, claiming the 2026 Australian Project Home of the Year at this year’s @hia_au Housing Awards.
This is the fourth-consecutive year this national award has been bestowed to The Rural Building Co. and our affiliated brand, WA Country Builders.
The home, built in the picturesque suburb of Oldbury in Western Australia’s Peel region, is a beautifully crafted residence offering a private sanctuary that reflects a considered balance of comfort, functionality and timeless Australian style.
We`re so proud of this home.
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What a pleasure to show you around our Yalyalup Retreat display in Busselton`s new Embark estate.
The Yalyalup Retreat is a home designed for comfort, connection and a way of life that feels settled from the moment you arrive
📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm
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Life near Emu Point has its own rhythm.
Open water, wide skies and a shoreline that’s always changing with the light and tide - it`s easy to see why so many people choose to call this stretch of coast home.
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Fresh air, open skies, and room to breathe.
This idyllic home is taking shape in North Dandalup, surrounded by sweeping landscapes and endless horizon views.
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In Gooseberry Hill, our Linton Classic home design has been beautifully brought to life, with exquisite finishes and fixtures.
This traditional Australian homestead features an “L-shaped” design, which offers expansive, free-form living spaces and endless views.
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Designed for comfort and connection to its surroundings, this living space features all of our favourite things. A fireplace anchors the room, while raking ceilings create volume and light.
Framed views extend to the trees beyond, grounding the interior in its landscape and providing a calm, natural outlook from every angle.
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Natural light was a key focus in this custom home in Willyung.
The high raked ceiling and full-height glazing draw the outdoors in, filling the living space with light throughout the day and framing the surrounding landscape.
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This Easter, we’re celebrating the simple moments that make a house feel like home. From quiet coffee rituals to baking a beautiful coffee and walnut cake, it’s these little traditions that bring family and friends together.
Wishing you a relaxing Easter filled with good food, great company, and the comfort of home.
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