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  • 4 Traditional Touches to Finish Your Home Design

    Do you love traditional design? Are you drawn to homes that highlight classic beauty and timeless architecture? Integrating a traditional design style into your home’s remodeling project will convey a modern approach to historic forms and features.

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    Undeniable hallmarks of traditional design include:

    • Classic millwork: A traditional home often features crown moldings, chair rail, and trim that are classically beautiful and enhance the home’s overall design style.
    • Intricate tile and wood floor patterns:  Alternating wood types or finishes can create unique patterns that really add to the beauty of a home.  Tile patterns follow the same idea, though there are vastly more options.
    • Wood paneling: Beveled Wood paneling adds warmth to a room and provides a strong backdrop for artwork or traditional furnishings.
    • Columns: Undeniably traditional, columns are a staple of the design style and can be effectively used either in interior or exterior home design.

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    Traditional Dining Room by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club Homes via Houzz
    Are you interested in learning more about custom homes in Fairfield County? Contact our professionals online at Country Club Homes today.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Adding Wood Flooring? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home for Demolition

    Adding new wood flooring to your home’s floors is an excellent way to revive a space, add visual interest or increase your home’s resale value. A simple wood floor installation can change the entire look of a room. Before work begins, there are several things you should do to prepare: Sound sub-floor.  New wood flooring should be laid on a clean, smooth,…

  • Prepare for Your New Countertop Installation with These Tips

    Most kitchen renovations involve replacing countertops throughout the space. Because the countertops are a focal point of the room’s design, the installation must go smoothly. Before the installation begins there are several things that should be done to prepare. Make sure to: Choose a suitable material. There are a wide variety of countertop materials to choose from. Do…

  • Turn Your Master Closet Into a Hidden Retreat

    Its time to elevate the closet! In your home, the master closet should obviously serve as a space to hold your clothes, shoes, and accessories, but it can be so much more. Transforming your master closet into a hidden retreat simply requires a shift in perspective and a few functional upgrades. Consider adding: Natural light. Adding…

  • Building Up: Add an Additional Story to Your Home or Guest House

    When investigating home remodeling ideas, you may have realized that adding an additional story is a great way to increase square footage. There are important structural and design considerations to make when adding a second story to your home. Before work begins, talk to your contractor about: Design cohesion. A second story addition should look like it…