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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.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…