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Experience is key in Bridgetown

Beryl Thompson has played a significant role in growing WA Country Builders & the Rural Building Company in Bridgetown. With Beryl establishing the Bridgetown office in 1995. Read the full article here.

Tree changes on the cards

The COVID-19 pandemic and government stimulus packages have increased the variety of people opting for a tree change, with Western Australians from all demographics giving thought to a move to the countryside. Read more of the New Homes article here.

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.

The Karroo home render

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 ...

The Kalgup retreat

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 ...

the kalgup retreat

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.

The Hinterland Retreat aerial view showing a modern farmhouse design with large lawn, timber deck, and rural surroundings.

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

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A change of scenery

Living in a vast state such as Western Australia has its perks, with a smorgasbord of lifestyles available to residents. Read the full article here.

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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.

The Blaxland Retreat

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.

The twin view country home

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.

The Karridale Retreat

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.

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.

In Parkerville, this extraordinary custom home features double balconies, to open up the entire space to the ever-changing bushland. 

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Hinting at the farmhouses of yesteryear, our new display home is quintessentially rural - with modern touches to keep it beautifully current. 

Join Principal Designer Rob Kirkovski as he shows us around The Yalyalup Retreat, open now in Busselton. 

📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup, WA
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm

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We're thrilled to announce that we've added to our award-winning track record, claiming the 2026 Australian Project Home of the Year at this year’s @hia_au Housing Awards.

This is the fourth-consecutive year this national award has been bestowed to The Rural Building Co. and our affiliated brand, WA Country Builders.

The home, built in the picturesque suburb of Oldbury in Western Australia’s Peel region, is a beautifully crafted residence offering a private sanctuary that reflects a considered balance of comfort, functionality and timeless Australian style.

We're so proud of this home. 

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What a pleasure to show you around our Yalyalup Retreat display in Busselton's new Embark estate. 

The Yalyalup Retreat is a home designed for comfort, connection and a way of life that feels settled from the moment you arrive

📍83 Joseph Drive, Yalyalup
⏲️Open Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm – 5.00pm and Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm

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Life near Emu Point has its own rhythm.

Open water, wide skies and a shoreline that’s always changing with the light and tide - it's easy to see why so many people choose to call this stretch of coast home.

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Fresh air, open skies, and room to breathe.

This idyllic home is taking shape in North Dandalup, surrounded by sweeping landscapes and endless horizon views.

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Designed for comfort and connection to its surroundings, this living space features all of our favourite things. A fireplace anchors the room, while raking ceilings create volume and light.

Framed views extend to the trees beyond, grounding the interior in its landscape and providing a calm, natural outlook from every angle. 

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