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We understand waterwise homes
Embracing sustainable building at The Rural Building Co. Out of respect for the local environment, we understand and embrace sustainable building. You can trust our expert team to design and build you a home that is completely at one with its natural environment, with as little impact as possible. We pride ourselves on building homes that achieve optimal power and water efficiencies. If you’re building a new home, we can provide a comprehensive wastewater system in which the rainwater, bore water, black water, and greywater go through the same system. The resulting processed water is almost potable and can ...
Gelorup Retreat Takes Gold at Housing Awards
Modern country retreat The Rural Building Co.’s Gelorup Retreat Display took out two prestigious accolades at this year’s HIA-CSR South-West Housing Awards. Our modern country retreat – which blends rustic charm with modern elegance – won Best Display Home Over $700,000, and the Golden Key Award for South West Display Home ...
Welcome to The Gelorup Retreat
Blending rustic charm with modern elegance The Gelorup Retreat is our inspiring new display home in the South West. Designed to suit a rural or semi-rural setting, the unique elevation showcases exposed timber rafters, timber panelling, sharp render, and a contemporary profiled roof. The Gelorup Retreat’s welcoming façade ...
Design discoveries await the curious mind
For The Rural Building Company Principal Designer Robert Kirkovski, his love of architecture stemmed from daily childhood adventures – strolling the streets of Mount Lawley on the way home from school. “Instead of taking the same route, I’d mix it up, exploring different streets around the inner city and admiring ...
Best display in the west
The Daintree Retreat shines again The Daintree Retreat Shines at 2023 HIA CSR Western Australian Housing Awards When it comes to blurring the edges between inside and out, it's hard to beat the fresh rural design of the Daintree Retreat. This home is a contemporary retreat that connects you to your ...
Celebrating the best in West. The Rural Building Co. acknowledged.
Awards that reward you When it comes to celebrating the best home designs across WA, you can’t go past the HIA CSR Western Australian Housing Awards. Following many rounds of regional awards over several months, last Friday the state-wide award ceremony was held and we delighted to share that ...
Countryside charm wins over urbanites
A range of home designs for both rural and urban settings We always say we want clients to feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the design and build process, and for you to know you’re working with a dedicated and local team focused on delivering high-quality design, construction, and exceptional ...
Less can be more when creating a rural feel
Introduce texture and tones that echo nature The West Australian, New Homes liftout Saturday 20 May 2023.
The Rural Building Company takes home Australian Project of the Year!
An industry leader of innovation and design The Rural Building Company has won praise at the 2023 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards, taking home 2023 HIA Australian Project Home of the Year! Hosted in Hamilton Island the awards ceremony is a culmination of a three-day national business conference showcasing the best builders and ...
Are you thinking about making a sea change?
The hidden gem of the southern coast of Western Australia Are you looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of your daily life? Why not consider making the sea change to Albany, Western Australia? Albany is a hidden gem of the southern coast of Western Australia. Its pristine ...
Designing a home with lifestyle in mind
Building a home will be one of the most exciting projects to embark on in life. For those people building a home for the first time, there are some things that may be overlooked in the initial design stage, especially when designing a home to suit your lifestyle. Building and ...
The Rural Building Company wins MBA award for innovative, country home
An innovative take on a traditional country home, wowed the judges at the recent Master Builders Association Western Australian Mid-West Building Excellence Awards. On Saturday 15 October, The Rural Building Company was rewarded Best Contract Homes $430,000 - $500,000 for a client home in Buller. General Manager Tony Harvie said the win is ...
Rustic Eclectic
Designed to embrace the Western Australian Landscape With its extensive side verandah and sweeping views, feature bush poles, exposed rafters and feature weatherboard cladding, the Kalgup Retreat encapsulates the outdoors, offering a rustic appeal. STM Magazine #Home Edit writer, Maya Anderson recently interviewed Principal Designer Rob Kirkovski about ...
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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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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
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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
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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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In Gooseberry Hill, our Linton Classic home design has been beautifully brought to life, with exquisite finishes and fixtures.
This traditional Australian homestead features an “L-shaped” design, which offers expansive, free-form living spaces and endless 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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