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3 Bestselling Farmhouse Designs
If you’re planning to build in the Perth Hills, the South West or any other of WA’s fabulous rural locations, chances are you’ve come across one or two farmhouse designs in your search for that perfect plan. Farmhouse designs are synonymous with rolling countryside, the great outdoors and, for many people, a relaxed, casual lifestyle. The sort of get-away-from-it-all escape we associate with life outside the city and the suburbs. There are probably views to capture, guests to welcome and long lazy weekends to look forward to. To help you in your search for your perfect farmhouse, ...
Why Build a Loft Home?
When you’re thinking about building a new home, chances are you’ll naturally gravitate towards either single-storey designs or two-storey designs. But there is another option. The loft home. Loft homes don’t often get the attention they deserve, but they’re a great choice for all sorts ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
5 outdoor seating trends you need in a 2020 home
On a large, rural property where space is abundant, you may as well make the most of your outdoor space. Instead of one main outdoor living area, why not embrace the natural beauty of your property and set up multiple seating areas for every occasion. Below are five valuable outdoor ...
9 Top Bathroom Trends of 2019
Stay up-to-date with the most modern designs We’ve seen many innovative and bold bathroom trends this year, with some here to stay and others being merely a fad. With the industry constantly changing, The Rural Building Company prides itself on staying up-to-date with the most modern, value-adding designs, whilst ...
Greatness in the Great Southern
Marri View - Award winning home Congratulations to our Albany division on winning Project Home of the Year in the 2018 HIA Great Southern Awards. Featuring the beautiful Marri View design. Read the full article here.
Winter Room Essentials
Create the ultimate atmosphere for winter entertaining As we progress into the cooler months, the winter room becomes a focal point of the home. Whether it be a unique, year-round space of the home or a multi-seasonal living room that adjusts accordingly – it is important to have it developed as ...
Fire Pit Envy
Multi-seasonal use of outdoor space As we venture into Autumn and the weather begins to slowly cool down, it is the perfect time of year to consider a fire pit addition to the backyard, allowing multi-seasonal use of the external space. THE FIREPIT In essence a fire pit is simply ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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A study in contrast and texture. The Gelorup Retreat ensuite showcases bold tiling, full height for maximum impact, softened by the sculptural form of a freestanding bath. It`s a balance of statement design and serene living.
📍4 Olearia Court, Gelorup
🕙Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday, & Sunday 12pm-5pm
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In idyllic Pink Lake, you`ll find this pared-back farmhouse making a bold architectural statement on an expansive rural block.
It`s easy to see why this striking home was a finalist in the 2025 HIA Great Southern Housing Awards, in the category of Project Home Over $450,000.
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Dream landscapes and endless skies in Lower Chittering - we love building here.
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Here`s to a long weekend packed with family, sunshine, and very few plans. Enjoy ☀️
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No one knows our Darlington display quite like design manager Rob Kirkovski. Let him show you around this very special home, nestled in the Perth hills. Then, why not come and visit over the long weekend?
📍 81 Darlington Road, Darlington, WA 6070
🕙 Public holiday Monday, 12pm-5pm, Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm
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Spring in the Avon Valley makes you pause and take it all in. The paddocks are green, wildflowers are out, and the days feel a little longer. It’s a great reminder of why so many people choose to build and live here: space, fresh air and a real sense of community.
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In Oldbury, this farmhouse is built to embrace life in the Australian countryside.
With generous space both indoors and out, the family has ample room to gather and entertain throughout the year, while enjoying the scenic outlook.
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With its soaring ceilings and expansive windows, The Gelorup Retreat has an intrinsic connection to the surrounding landscape. Views are invited in, and living areas effortlessly open to the outside.
This beautiful home is open this weekend; we`d love to show you around.
📍 4 Olearia Court, Gelorup
🕙 Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday, & Sunday 12pm-5pm
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