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  • Be Inspired by These Covered Bridges When Planning Features for Your New Home

    There may be nothing more classically American than covered bridges. These bridges dot the country and will instantly transport a traveler back to a simpler time in our country’s history. Many covered bridges have been restored and are painstakingly cared for to preserve our heritage and the beauty of the structures.


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    You can become inspired by these covered bridges and use elements of their design when creating a beautiful home exterior. For example:


    Traditional Landscape

    • The Baltimore Covered Bridge in Vermont features a lattice truss design that can be replicated on your home’s exterior. The lattice design is perfect for a porch railing and will cast beautiful shadows throughout the day.
    • Many covered bridges feature a red and white color palette. This color palette may be perfect for your home’s exterior and can help highlight interesting architectural details.
    • The Goodpasture Covered Bridge in Oregon features a series of louvered windows. You can create the same feel by installing simple louvered shutters on your home’s exterior.


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    Our team of professionals at Country Club Homes is ready to help turn your design inspiration into the home of your dreams. Contact us today to learn about more unique exterior design elements.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • At Your Service: Ideas for the Perfect Butler’s Pantry 

    A butler’s pantry, originally used to plate meals and store silver, is a tradition from the 1800s that has enjoyed a revival in recent years. Usually positioned between the kitchen and dining room, a butler’s pantry is a wonderful custom element for people who love to entertain at home. While butler’s pantries from the 19th…

  • 2016 Trend: Cutting-Edge Home Automation System

    Do you have a cutting-edge home automation system in your home? Smart homes used to be thought of as something of a frill to many. Today, these electronic systems enhance the way we live in a simple yet revolutionary way bringing elegance, simplicity, convenience, flexibility, security and sensibility to our lives. A strategically and well-planned…

  • Escape the Elements: Cold Climate Home Design Ideas

    Another New England winter is upon us and while we may pride ourselves on our hardy natures, it’s still smart to do whatever we can to design our homes with ample comfort and protection from the elements. Here are a few home design ideas to make your home a safe and sturdy haven during the winter…

  • Design Pros Call it – Hottest Appliance: Convection Steam Ovens

    Sub-Zero and Wolf revealed the results of their 2016 Kitchen Design Forecast at “Design Pros Call It.” Below are key findings from their poll: Open floor plans are still in demand. Formal dining rooms are a thing of the past. White is still the most popular color in the kitchen while new neutrals and accent…