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  • All Ages: Creating a Bedroom that Grows with Your Child

    Designing a bedroom that will grow with your child requires a thoughtful balance of fun and practicality. Chances are your child will want a room that is colorful, playful and trendy but what seems desirable to her now will undoubtedly change in five years. The ideal bedroom design allows for the developing interests and moods of a growing kid.

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    Project Nursery

    Wall colors should be youthful but as neutral as possible to avoid having to change the palette every few years. Favorite bright colors can be expressed in accessories such as linens, accessories, and wall art.

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    When choosing furniture, avoid child-sized versions or anything in trendy shapes or colors. Make selections that will last throughout the years and then possibly find a space in another part of your home when your child goes off to college!

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    The Kim Six Fix

    Simplicity is key in a child’s room, which often fills up with toys, gadgets, clothes, and school projects faster than it can be de-cluttered. When the overall design of the room is clean and streamlined it’s easier to keep neat and simpler to change the look with a refresh of accessories.

    At Country Club Homes, we stay in touch with the latest custom home design trends to share exciting new ideas with our clients. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more about our work.

  • Construction Prices Continue to Rise as the Demand for New Construction Expands

    While the real estate market is still somewhat mired in a recession, there are definite signs of life. Over the last 22 months, housing builds have slowly crept upward every month. This means that the materials and, more importantly, the skilled labor needed to build these homes has become increasingly less available. As with any…

  • Follow These Tips for Choosing the Right Light Bulbs for Your Home

    You have several light bulb options for your home. Home lighting can be highly customizable, and the perfect bulbs can help you save money over time. But choosing the right light bulbs can be a challenge. Do you know your options? Here are your choices: Incandescent: The standard in American homes for over 100 years. They…

  • Add a Bedroom Walkout to Your Master Suite

    While having a fabulous master bedroom can be luxurious all by itself, adding its own access to an outdoor retreat can enhance the space. We think that adding a doorway leading out to a private, fantastic view can add value and personality to a home. Having an escape directly connecting to the bedroom is unexpected…

  • Choose the Right Fireplace Material to Make a Statement in Your Home

    A fireplace is a must in most New England homes. It provides warmth in the winter, serves as a design focal point and can anchor a room. Choosing the right material for the fireplace in your home is essential to ensure it matches both the home’s architecture and your personal design style. There are many…