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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.

  • Key Design Elements for Cold-Climate Homes

    We still have several months of winter ahead of us, and this season is already headed for the record books. Deep snow, blowing winds and frigid temperatures are common in Connecticut. When designing our customers’ new homes, we take special care to plan for the worst possible winter weather. As you work with one of our…

  • Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Home

    Designing and building a new home is an exciting process full of big decisions. Today’s choices will undoubtedly affect tomorrow’s construction, so it is important to avoid common home construction mistakes. The most common mistakes to avoid during your new home design and construction include: Room placement. You deserve a home that is perfectly planned to…

  • Innovative Ways to Hide Your TV

    Your television likely plays a big role in your house; you look forward to sporting events, kids’ shows and favorite evening programs. When the show is over, however, you may want the television set to remain hidden. Here are some unique and stylish ways to disguise a television: Sliding and hiding. Homeowners are finding ways to completely hide a television, and…

  • Key Questions to Ask When Shopping for Stone for Your Home

    Home trends come and go but high quality stone remains a standard in custom home designs. You may want to install a custom stone countertop, backsplash, fireplace or shower. Knowing the right questions to ask is essential in choosing the ideal stone for your design needs. Before you choose a stone for your home make…