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  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the:

      • Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of books but it actually opens up to reveal a passageway to the next room! Ensure the entrance stays hidden by strategically placing books so the portion that opens looks similar to the part that stays in place.


    Contemporary Bathroom via Houzz

      • Mirror on the wall. A stationary frame without any exposed seams is ideal for holding a large decorative mirror and hiding what lies behind. This method is perfect for camouflaging a large vault or safe built into the wall.


    Contemporary Closet via Houzz

      • Rotating stairs. Guests to your home may never realize that the stairs they’re using actually rotate to reveal a secret passageway. “Flipping” the stairs up like a garage door is a relatively easy installation and can be controlled with a remote control.

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    Spaces by Gilbert Doors Creative Home Engineering via Houzz
    If you want to learn more custom home design ideas contact us at Country Club Homes. We are committed to meeting the individual needs of each of our clients.

  • Expectations For New Home Construction in 2015

    Each year the residential building industry takes a look at new home construction to gauge homeowner priorities and current trends. 2015 promises to be a great year for the home construction industry and understanding these trends is important for staying up-to-date with what homeowners are hoping for in a new home. Multi-use spaces The living room…

  • How to Design a Mudroom That Stays Neat and Clean

    “A place for everything and everything in its place” is a popular saying that helps define the goal of a well organized mudroom. In any busy home the mudroom is the perfect space to store outerwear, shoes, bags, and family necessities. A great way to design a mudroom that stays neat and clean is to…

  • Architectural Details to Bring Cheer to Your Home

    You spend a lot of time in your home and it should make you happy. Its design, layout, and custom features can work together to positively affect your mood and boost your overall well-being. Our favorite custom home design ideas to bring cheer to your home include: Beautiful views Placing your home on the lot…

  • All the World’s a Stage, So Why Not Add One to Your Bonus Room?

    If you have family members that love to sing, dance, and act you should consider adding a stage to your home. We can think of no better way to celebrate their talents than to construct a custom stage in your bonus room perfect for every home performance. Our favorite home stage ideas include: Adding media Why not…