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Modern Country House Design: Blending Classic Rural with Contemporary Elements.

Comfortable elegance and natural elements Demonstrating The Rural Building Company’s nous for holistic homebuilding, this custom country house design and build encapsulates the ethos of the client’s lifestyle aspirations. The Rural Building Company Principal Designer Robert Kirkovski said the brief was to create an escapist retreat to embrace the open spaces and serenity of the natural bush location. “This home enables a modern lifestyle through its simple, refined layout, which is designed to capture 180-degree panoramic views from the living areas and kitchen,” he said. “It’s a shining example of how it’s possible to blend classic ...

The twin View aerial view

Building smarter to keep property and surrounds fire safe

Be prepared for bushfire season December marks the start of bushfire season in Western Australia, a time when property owners need to be extra vigilant to the risks associated with hot, dry and windy conditions. To lessen the risks in bushfire prone areas, WA builders are employing clever designs to ...

Time for a change in 2021?

Redefine your work-life balance Disillusioned by too many years spent in the city or the suburbs? Ready to fast-track those plans to retire to the country? Yearning for a slower pace of life, the call of the surf or the freedom of the great outdoors? Retiring baby-boomers may be leading ...

covered alfresco area with country views

What does work-life balance look like?

Less doing, more just being. Building a home in the country or by the coast is the perfect opportunity to define what a healthy work-life balance might look like for you. If 2020 got you thinking about re-balancing things, you’re not alone.  As a result of the pandemic, more ...

fire pit area of a country home

Want a break from tradition? Here’s how

A contemporary take on a timeless style Is it possible to love the classic country homestead, but still want to break free of tradition? You bet it is! Take the Evolution Farmhouse, for example.  True to its name, this stand-out design is a contemporary take on a timeless style ...

How to bring the vision to life at pre-start

Whether you’re heading to the coast or the countryside, chances are you’re looking forward to a new way of life. A life more leisurely, with time to enjoy your new surroundings, discover new interests, catch up with friends and spend time with the family. You may be planning ...

A step by step process on the Government Building Grants

There is no better time to build a home in Western Australia with historically low interest rates and a range of Federal and State government incentives available, making building a home a lot more affordable. The process can take months, so you will need to act fast to ...

Who’s afraid of a sloping block?

Building a new home on a sloping block doesn’t faze us, but we can understand why it might cause some homebuyers to think twice. But why reject a fabulous block if you don’t need to? Why say no to views or a prime location just because ...

bright open plan kitchen living area

10 Home Design Tips for a Rural View

Take full advantage of your view If you’ve invested in a block with a glorious view, it makes sense to look for a house design that allows you to enjoy that view as much as possible, indoors and out. But what should you look for when it comes to ...

rustic open plan kitchen

10 Design Features for a Rural Retreat

Big, bold and adaptable There are some things that just naturally go hand in hand. Like bacon and eggs, footy and meat pies, campfires and marshmallows. It’s a bit like our favourite rural retreats.  Recycled brick and a roaring fire, sunsets and drinks on the deck, Sunday lunch ...

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 ...

the karri view rural building company home

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 ...

undercover Alfresco area in the country

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 ...

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.

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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#ruralbuildingcompany #weunderstand #jwhgroup

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

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#ruralbuildingcompany #weunderstand #jwhgroup
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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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#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup

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

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup
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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.

Proud member of @jwhgroup

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.

Proud member of @jwhgroup
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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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“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.

Proud member of @jwhgroup
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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

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup

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

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup
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Master suite dreams come true in our Darlington display, where the light works its magic at all hours of the day. 

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#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup

Master suite dreams come true in our Darlington display, where the light works its magic at all hours of the day.

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup
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It’s all about the finishing touches in our bathrooms. From the wall tiles to the tapware, it’s all in the detail. 

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#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup

It’s all about the finishing touches in our bathrooms. From the wall tiles to the tapware, it’s all in the detail.

Proud member of the @jwhgroup

#RuralBuildingCompany #WeUnderstand #JWHGroup
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