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  • 3 Popular New England Architectural Styles

    The quintessential charm of a classic New England home never loses its appeal.  Traditional New England home styles still appeal to today’s homeowners. We are still trying to capture the warmth and elegance of this popular architectural style. Today we want to introduce you to three of these popular New England architectural styles.

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    Country Club Homes Portfolio Interiors Wilton C T

    Colonial Period- Dating back from a period roughly in 1600 through the early 19th century, this period is marked by a focus on symmetry and is rich in embellishments. These homes often contain steep roofs, central chimneys and leaded glass windows.

    Greek Revival- The demand for Greek furniture and design started at the beginning of the 19th century. Characteristics of this style include low pitched roofs, elaborate cornices, classic columns, large windows and doors, and exterior frieze work.

    Victorian Style- The Victorian style is easiest for most people to recognize and is still very popular in America and England.  The elaborate Victorian style is characterized by patterned shingles, spindles and curved towers. There are many variations on the basic style, within this category.

    Would you like to incorporate any of these New England architectural styles into your new home construction or home remodeling project? If you do, please contact the experts at Country Club Homes and make your dream a reality. We are an award-winning Fairfield County, CT custom luxury home builder, serving area residents since 1955. For more design ideas check out The Country Club Homes Portfolio or visit us online at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

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  • Home Style of the Month: Colonial Revival

    A uniquely American style, Colonial Revival was initially inspired by a surge of patriotism and was most popular from 1895-1945. The Philadelphia Centennial of 1876 created a renewed interest in the historical architecture of the United States. Architects began studying early Colonial homes and translated the original ideas into larger homes with an emphasis on…

  • What Trends are Underfoot? Ideas for Wood Flooring

    Beautiful flooring is the underpinning of any stylish home. The ideal flooring is a smart combination of visual appeal and durability and wood floors have reliably accomplished that combination for centuries. Here’s a look at some of the most popular options in wood flooring today. Pale and neutral washes, especially gray, are having a moment…

  • Get Organized: Ideas for A Home Office

    The start of a new year often means a commitment to eliminating clutter and getting organized at home. Here are some ways your home office can do a better job of making your life easier and more efficient. Just like any successful work project, designing your home office requires deliberate planning. Think about how you…

  • A New Outlook: Window Styles

    Thoughtful window design and placement emphasizes a sense of style in your whole home remodel and dramatically affects the look and feel of your space. Windows can create a deeper connection to surrounding nature by framing views and bringing natural light and circulation into your home. Here’s a look at some of today’s most popular…