A well-designed stairway takes the design of your home to new levels. Besides serving the very practical purpose of navigation, stairways are an architectural centerpiece and an opportunity to be creative on a grand scale. [caption id="attachment_5409" align="aligncenter" width="197"] Country Club Homes, Inc.[/caption] Your stairway can set the tone for the aesthetic of your…
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Set the Table for a Better Dining Room
When the holidays arrive each year the dining room usually gets used more often as we welcome guests into our homes for seasonal celebrations. What makes the dining room inviting, comfortable and memorable? [caption id="attachment_5397" align="aligncenter" width="251"] Barry Dixon's Virginia Farmhouse Dining Room[/caption] Because it is typically one of the least used rooms in…
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Design that Shines: Metallic Elements in Your Home
The sheen of metallic elements is particularly evocative of warm and welcoming glamour in your home during the autumn months. Metallics present themselves in copper, gold, bronze, silver, brass and rose gold hues, each with its own unique characteristic to add to your decor. When decorating with metallics, it’s essential to choose your hues carefully…
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The Path Followed: Interesting Walkways
Trick or treaters will navigate many a walkway this weekend, which prompted us to review what makes an interesting path to a home. There are many options depending on a home’s style, climate, and neighborhood. Here are just a few ideas to consider: [caption id="attachment_5382" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Landscape Details[/caption] Straight Lines or Curves and…
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