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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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  • Be Prepared for Power Outages with an Emergency Home Generator

    Are you tired of power outages due to bad weather conditions? Loss of electricity for days can be very disruptive. You can avoid untimely power disruptions by installing a generator to your home. During a power outage, your generator can be set up to immediately respond and provide you with continuous electricity. Generators come in a variety of…

  • Factors to Consider Before Finishing Your Basement

    When it’s time to undertake a basement remodeling project in your Connecticut home, planning ahead is essential for a successful outcome. There are choices that must be made and factors you should consider before beginning work. Failure to think through important decisions may sabotage the project and leave you frustrated with the outcome. The professionals…

  • Choose the Right Drain for Your Shower

    It may seem that choosing the right drain for the shower in your bathroom remodel is a small detail, but the right drain can make all the difference in your satisfaction with your finished shower. Here are just a few of your options: Source: Bathroom via Houzz Linear Drains – The drains are typically installed…

  • Make Smart, Purposeful Renovations Before Selling Your Home

    When selling your home, trying to decide on which remodeling project to tackle so that you get an adequate return on your investment can be difficult. While some remodels are easy, others will never return enough to justify their cost. As a seller, here are three that you should consider: Renovate the Kitchen – Most buyers are looking…