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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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    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.

  • Is an Attic Bedroom Right For Your Home?

    Many homeowners, in the quest to find more room for their family, turn to the otherwise ignored attic. It’s not a bad idea as the space is already available, can be insulated easily and makes for a private yet accessible bedroom. Here are a few things to know when considering an attic bedroom renovation. Source: Country Club…

  • Save Money on Your Heating and Cooling with Emme

    There are many factors that go into building an energy-efficient home, and one of the most important decisions is the choice of heating and cooling equipment. Programmable thermostats, controllable ducts and other innovations have revolutionized climate control.  In particular, the use of zone-controlled systems, like those manufactured by Emme, can save you up to 40% on…

  • Stay Warm and Cozy This Winter with Heated Floors

    Heated floors are such a fabulous addition to any home, especially now that winter is fast approaching. The two most popular methods of installation are electric radiant heat and hydronic heat. Here are some ways to distinguish between these two methods: Electric Radiant Heat This is a less expensive and easier to install version, in…

  • Highlight Your Mantel with Beautiful Holiday Decor

    Fireplace mantels are so versatile. They can easily become a room’s focal point or quietly blend into the surrounding environment. And now that our thoughts have turned to holiday decorating ideas, why not let your fireplace mantel take center stage? A gorgeous mantle constructed from a rough hewn log looks fabulous when topped with natural decorating elements. Arrange white…