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A home at one with its surroundings
Taking its name from the picturesque town it sits in, The Darlington Display is the quintessential Australian farmhouse, reimagined for today’s modern family. This is a home that somehow manages to sit effortlessly in its picturesque surroundings; The Darlington Display looks as though it has grown and blossomed, rather than been built by The Rural Building Co. The Darlington Display Home The external elevation is completely at one with its setting: a steep-pitched metal roof with tall, standing gabled ends is clad in both lapped weatherboards and patterned profile shingles; tall, full-width glazing makes a striking statement. The front ...
Talk about being the centre of attention
Statement pieces Whether it is a gracefully hanging chandelier, a bold furniture item or a powerful artwork, there is a sure way to turn heads in any room – a statement interior design piece. According to The Rural Building Company Principal Designer Robert Kirkovski, what transforms a regular item into a ...
10 top country home design features
Our favourite design features for rural hideaways What does your idea of a rural retreat look like? Maybe you’re picturing a winter escape with a roaring fire, a roast in the oven and card games with the kids. Cosy blankets, hot chocolate and the latest bestseller. Or maybe ...
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 ...
Built for its surrounds
Taking advantage of the tranquil landscape of Chidlow, this custom build expresses an Australian feel and is the epitome of country living. Read more about the custom home in New Homes here.
A rural escape
The Kalgup Retreat display has something for just about everyone, offering several different areas for comfortable seasonal living. Read the full article here.
At Home On The Coast
A complex Yanchep block no hurdle for The Rural Building Company when constructing this custom home, designed to offer the pinnacle of Australian coastal living. Read more about the Yanchep custom home in New Homes here.
Eclectic family escape
A sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, our Hinterland Retreat display features plenty of room for a large family to grow, with the option for a self-contained apartment, perfect for an older child who wants more privacy. Read the full article here
Embracing your country lot
The way a home interacts with the land it's built on can be key to embracing the inside-outside lifestyle so many Western Australians hold dear. Read the full article here.
Heart and style proves golden blend
A newly crowned award winner, the Blaxland Retreat offers an innovative mix of contemporary and traditional styles. Read the full article here.
Double delight
The Twin View feature As featured in the New Homes Guide. The Twin View by The Rural Building Company embraces a timeless aesthetic with a heavy dose of country charm. Click here to read the full article.
Relaxed rural living for every season
The Karridale Retreat Feature As featured in the New Homes Guide. The Karridale Retreat by The Rural Building Company is an excellent example of modern Australian architecture. Click here to read the full article.
Versatile homestead boasts modern edge
The Blaxland Retreat As featured in the Homes section of the Sunday Times. The Blaxland Retreat by The Rural Building Company offers a unique floor plan that can be adapted to a variety of lot configurations. Click here to read the full article.
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Inspired by our popular Marri View design, this sweeping custom home sits beautifully in the Chidlow landscape. Our Principal Designer, Rob Kirkovski, says the home was designed to be sympathetic to the site - responding to the surrounding landscape and evolving over time.
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A dream home taking shape in beautiful Bindoon - that’s what it’s all about.
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A home with an effortless connection to the landscape, The Darlington invites moments of quiet reflection with a cup of tea, both inside and out.
This elegant display home is open this weekend; you`re very welcome to stop by.
📍 81 Darlington Road, Darlington
🕙 Wednesday 2pm-5pm, and Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm
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With its rustic charm and relaxed rural aesthetic, it`s easy to see why this Marbelup home was awarded Australian Project Home of the Year 2023.
Based on the Hinterland Retreat design, this is a home designed for comfortable family living, with a country kitchen, spacious living areas and perfectly thought-out bedroom zones.
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Built to embrace the West Australian countryside, the beautifully crafted farmhouse is designed to capture the sunshine and make the most of the picturesque Oldbury views.
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To all the dads, grandads, and father figures - we`re wishing you a beautiful day spent with the people you love. Happy Father`s Day. ❤️
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Our beautiful Darlington display was a proud finalist in the 2025 Master Builders WA Building Excellence Awards, in the category of Display Home Over $800,000.
This sweeping homestead has received nothing but compliments since it opened in Darlington - and with good reason; it`s a very special residence that makes the most of its exquisite landscape.
📍 81 Darlington Road, Darlington
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There’s magic in the air in Lower Chittering. Even without its finishing touches, we know this home is going to be truly special.
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