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  • Architectural Features to Consider for a Beautiful Nautical Kitchen

    Nautical inspired home design has been a part of traditional New England homes for years. Subtle references to the sea help create a look that is classic while also feeling fresh and new. If you’re hoping to create a nautical inspired kitchen during your home remodeling project consider adding the following:

        • Circular windows Installing a single circular window or several in a series suggests the idea of a ship’s porthole and can add a nautical feel to your kitchen. To add even more visual interest, consider adding detailed casements to the window that match the room’s trim.
    Beach Style Kitchen by Rehoboth Beach Home Builders Echelon Custom Homes via Houzz
        • White beadboard and trim Crisp white beadboard and trim instantly bring a nautical feel to any kitchen. You can also install the beadboard on the ceiling to add texture and dimension.
    Beach Style Kitchen by Stonington Architects & Building Designers Michael McKinley and Associates, LLC via Houzz
        • Mixed materials Choosing a variety of materials for your kitchen will add subtle nautical touches while emphasizing an eclectic design. Blue cabinets with a sleek white countertop and white walls will help create a nautical look without being too obvious.
    Traditional Kitchen by Red Bank Kitchen & Bath Designers Town & Country Kitchen and Bath via Houzz

    If you’re ready to bring your custom kitchen remodeling dreams to life contact our team at Country Club Homes today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com. We are ready to help you transform you space.

  • Home Style of the Month: Shingle

    Making its mark between 1880-1900, particularly in New England coastal towns, the Shingle style of architecture is unmistakably American, with influences from Queen Anne and Colonial homes. Shingle style was never a mass building trend. The homes remained high style, architect driven projects, usually for wealthy families building a summer “cottage” home. The style has…

  • Solid Style: Ideas for a Stone Fireplace

    A natural in traditional and rustic homes, a stone fireplace is a solid focal point in any style interior, contributing warmth and character to a space. Multiple options for the size and shape of the fireplace, the type of stone used, and the earthy variations of the material make each stone fireplace truly distinct.  …

  • Fall in Love with Your Home: Romantic Ideas for Valentine’s Day

    We’re no experts on how to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other but we do know something about how to show love to your home using these romantic ideas. February is a wonderful opportunity to create a spirit of joy in your environment by focusing on the senses romance inspires. Sight: If January didn’t…

  • A Bright Winter: Lighting Design for Your Home

    During the season of shorter days, the lighting design in your home more strongly influences mood. We all spend more time at home during the winter months and lighting can help us feel comfortable, warm and optimistic even on the coldest days. First, there’s natural light. Allowing as much natural light into your home as…