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Rainwater tanks for your rural home

Reduce your mains water use Rainwater tanks are used to collect and store rainwater runoff typically from rooftops. Rainwater tanks are installed to store rainwater for later use and to reduce the mains water use for economic and environmental reasons. Stored water may be used for watering gardens, agriculture, flushing toilets, in washing machines and to wash cars. Below are three main reasons why rainwater tanks are very useful; Save Money: As the cost of living seems to be increasing day by day, many Australians are turning to rainwater tanks to reduce their water bill. Rainwater tanks can reduce the ...

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The benefits of solar power

Looking for ways to reduce you electricity bill? Want to reduce you electricity bill by up to $800 a year?  It's simple; all you have to do is install a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System in your home today. Not only will you be saving money, but you will also ...

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Kitchen design tips for your country home

Are you ready to design your dream kitchen? The kitchen is often referred to as the 'heart of the home'. It is where the family interact, where meals are prepared and it's where guests migrate when you're entertaining at home. That's why your kitchen must be both beautiful and functional. ...

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The building process guide

Understanding your building journey Part of the building process is to meet new people along the way. At The Rural Building Company there is approximately 35 staff including construction supervisors, new homes consultants through to drafting and estimating. When building with The Rural Building Company, at one stage or another they ...

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What is greywater?

Grey water is the waste water stream from all sources other than the toilet and kitchen because this water contains sewage, oil, fats and food scraps which will not break down easily and will cause blockage in filters and pipes. Most houses can easily re-use Greywater from their laundry’s ...

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Australian bushfire protection advice for your Rural home

Protect your home from potential damage During summer the risk of bush fires drastically increases. Even if you don’t live in a high risk area it is always a good idea to protect your home from potential damage. Please have a read of the following Australian bushfire protection advice ...

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.

Contemporary and richly charming, The Cedar Hollow is a four-bedroom home that truly captures farmhouse life in an urban setting. 

This brand-new design is part of our Urban Range - a collection of uniquely rural homes crafted for metro areas. 

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The view down to the Salmon Holes in Torndirrup National Park is a reminder of why life in regional WA is so special. 

At The Rural Building Co., we build in some of Australia’s most idyllic corners, creating homes that sit comfortably within their surroundings and the lifestyle that comes with them.

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This custom home is all about slowing down, with wide verandahs, warm brickwork, and sweeping bushland views that never get old. It's built to embrace the landscape and make the most of every sunset.

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When asked what they enjoy about their new Pemberton home, Arthur and Melissa explain that it’s a peaceful retreat in an idyllic part of the world. 

“We still wake up every morning and say this is fantastic,” Arthur says. “You come to an environment like this, and you recognise that there’s so much more to life.”

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Lakeside views, wide open space, and an outdoor area built for long lunches and quiet evenings. This home is all about enjoying the best of rural living.

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A smaller frontage bedecked with weatherboard cladding and stylish render announces The Evergreen, an innovatively designed urban home.

The Evergreen is one of eight new designs in our new Urban Range - a collection of home that capture the magic of rural living, while being perfectly suited to suburban settings. 

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This Yarloop custom home celebrates natural materials, with feature bushpoles and stone cladding adding timeless character and a strong connection to the landscape.

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