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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 conform the convention. The home is suited to people who enjoy a home with character and personality that contributes to a relaxed lifestyle. Countless feature windows, luscious raked ceilings, bush feature poles and a crisp white facade  creates a home home that will be sure to stand the test ...

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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.

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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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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

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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

Double brick vs brick veneer construction

Practical implications of double-brick structures and timber-framed structures In Perth, it is assumed that double brick construction is the best construction method due to its popularity, however this isn’t necessarily the case. The best construction method for your new home depends on a number of factors including your block ...

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Rustic Charm

Shop the look Shop this look: The Design Hunter Artwork Domayne Copper Pendant Light Curious Grace Cushions Freedom Copenhagen Armchair Freedom Della Ceiling Pendant Boyd Blue Dining Table Village Stores Brooklyn Barstool

Knockdown and Rebuild

What are the advantages of a knockdown and rebuild? If you already have the perfect location, why not put your dream home on it? There are many advantages of knockdown and rebuild. Of course you will have the benefits of keeping your address, staying near your kids’ school and your ...

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.

For Naomi and her family, building with The Rural Building Co. was a wonderful experience based on trust, respect and understanding.

The end result is a warm, welcoming home that sits comfortably in the Gidgegannup landscape. 

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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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