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  • Add a Chemical-Free Swimming Pool to Your New England Home

    Many homeowners love the thought of a backyard pool but aren’t as keen on the chemicals traditional pools require. An alternative to using these chemicals is to install a natural swimming pool.
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    Traditional Pool by Portland Maine Pools & Spas Robins Nest Aquatics via Houzz
    A natural swimming pool utilizes a carefully designed wetland of gravel and aquatic plants to filter the area in a regeneration zone. The depth and size of this specially designed zone is determined by the overall volume of water that must be cleaned. The planted regeneration zone is shallower than the swimming area and the clean water naturally flows down to the swimming zone. A natural swimming pool promotes a healthy backyard by creating a unique ecosystem and habitat where plants and animals naturally thrive.

    There are many different design options for a natural swimming pool. Some pools are surrounded by wood or tile decking, others have a sloping entry from the yard, and homeowners can choose to surround the pool with natural-looking landscaping. The style of natural swimming pool you choose is determined by your available space, materials you select, and the overall design of the yard.
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    Contemporary Pool by King City Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc. via Houzz
    Contact our team of professionals at Country Club Homes to learn more about green home building trends and projects.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Build In Shelving Around Your Fireplace

    At Country Club Homes, one of the ways we love helping clients create warmer, more family-friendly spaces is with fireplaces. A beautiful fireplace adds so much to a living room, and when it’s framed with built-in shelves, it really becomes a balanced and functional element of your space. Stained wood shelving creates a natural, rustic appearance. We…

  • Incorporating the Barn Door Trend in Your Home Construction

    Barn doors are not just for the outdoors anymore; the trend for using barn doors for interior spaces has been catching on around the nation.  They bring the convenience and space-saving benefits of sliding doors with a rustic character that’s nigh-irresistible.  Here are a few ways to consider integrating barn doors into your home. A large…

  • The Perfect Home Office Requires Careful Planning

    When you’re in your home office, you need to be able to focus and stay on task. The right design can evoke feelings of dedication and resolve while also offering the privacy you need to work effectively. We recommend keeping these home planning tips in mind when designing your home office. They’ll ensure that everything fits…

  • Why You Should Consider Mezzanines for Your Custom Home

    Wide, open spaces can make your home feel more luxurious, bright and airy. You don’t need to necessarily add square footage to make your home feel more open, either. Just look up — all of that vertical space can be honored and enjoyed by adding a mezzanine to your home design. Here’s a look at…