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  • A Cool Basement Solution to Inspire Your Own Home Design

    Millions of homes across the country have basements, but few have a basement as functional as this indoor/outdoor design found in Washington State. These homeowners envisioned a space where its difficult to determine where the outside ends and where the inside begins. There are several details from this basement that you could use to inspire your own home design, including its:

    Contemporary Patio by Washington Architects & Building Designers KUBE architecture via Houzz
      • Indoor/outdoor connection The continuous teak slat ceiling and steel frame connect both the indoor and outdoor space for a cohesive design. This aligns the exterior garden pavilion with the modern interior.
      • Versatility A glass wall folds back to let in plenty of natural light and provide a seamless transition between the home’s interior and exterior. There is another folding glass door inside the home that conveniently separates the living space from the basement bathroom.
      • Hidden storage Hidden storage located under the stairs keeps the basement appearing sleek and uncluttered. This is an excellent example of maximizing your available space and strategically utilizing built-in storage.
    Contemporary Home Theater by Washington Architects & Building Designers KUBE architecture via Houzz

    If you’re interested in more information about custom homes in Fairfield County, contact us today at Country Club Homes, call 203-762-0550 or visit us atwww.countryclubhomesinc.com

  • At Your Service: Ideas for the Perfect Butler’s Pantry 

    A butler’s pantry, originally used to plate meals and store silver, is a tradition from the 1800s that has enjoyed a revival in recent years. Usually positioned between the kitchen and dining room, a butler’s pantry is a wonderful custom element for people who love to entertain at home. While butler’s pantries from the 19th…

  • 2016 Trend: Cutting-Edge Home Automation System

    Do you have a cutting-edge home automation system in your home? Smart homes used to be thought of as something of a frill to many. Today, these electronic systems enhance the way we live in a simple yet revolutionary way bringing elegance, simplicity, convenience, flexibility, security and sensibility to our lives. A strategically and well-planned…

  • Escape the Elements: Cold Climate Home Design Ideas

    Another New England winter is upon us and while we may pride ourselves on our hardy natures, it’s still smart to do whatever we can to design our homes with ample comfort and protection from the elements. Here are a few home design ideas to make your home a safe and sturdy haven during the winter…

  • Design Pros Call it – Hottest Appliance: Convection Steam Ovens

    Sub-Zero and Wolf revealed the results of their 2016 Kitchen Design Forecast at “Design Pros Call It.” Below are key findings from their poll: Open floor plans are still in demand. Formal dining rooms are a thing of the past. White is still the most popular color in the kitchen while new neutrals and accent…