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  • Bring Touches of the Italian Renaissance to Your Traditional New England Home

    The classic Italianate home design style weaves elements of the Italian Renaissance into modern homes and features exterior elements that make homes stand out. Elements of this design style can also be integrated into a traditional New England home to reflect your personal style and enhance your home’s best features. The most classic Italianate architectural details include:

      • Exquisite Exteriors – Elements such as flat or low pitched roofs, quoins, cupolas, and corbels all contribute to the classic look of an Italianate style home. Many Italianate homes in the United States also boast an attached signorial tower.


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      • Balconies – Many homes have balconies with wrought iron balustrades or railings reminiscent of the Renaissance era. Retrofitting your existing balcony with wrought iron elements is a simple way to bring elements of the Italianate design style to your home.


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    • Detailed Windows and Doors – These homes’ doors and windows are fanciful and well-detailed. Windows are often arched, pedimented, or boast angled features. Doors are pedimented or glazed and may include a triangular shaped gable.


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    If you are searching for innovative home design ideas contact our team at Country Club Homes today. We can help you determine which ideas would work best in your home.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • New Construction on South Avenue, New Canaan, CT

    Happy New Year! May this new year turn all you dreams into reality and all your efforts into achievements. If you’ve seen some action going on at 310 South Avenue in New Canaan, we are in the process of building a new custom home. Demolition is complete and construction has commenced. Another project of ours on South…

  • Fresh New Year: All White Rooms in Home Design

    All white rooms aren’t for everyone but if you are attracted to this design idea there are some strategies to keep in mind for successful decorating with white as your main color. An all white room feels fresh, clean, sophisticated and creative. Perhaps the most exciting thing about an all white space is its versatility….

  • Home Style of the Month: Greek Revival

    The Greek Revival style became popular in the United States shortly after the War of 1812, when resentment towards the British lingered. The style evoked a spirit of democracy and communicated an awakening interest in the art and culture of ancient Greece. Before its appeal spread to homes throughout the Eastern and Southeastern United States,…

  • A Fabulous Foyer for the Holidays

    With Christmas just hours away, holiday guests will soon be arriving at your doorstep. Your foyer is the first impression your visitors will have of your home. Here are some ideas for creating a stylish and inviting foyer for the holidays: Natural Winter Greenery Fresh amaryllis bouquets, magnolia leaves and pine garlands are just some…