Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Build In Shelving Around Your Fireplace

    At Country Club Homes, one of the ways we love helping clients create warmer, more family-friendly spaces is with fireplaces. A beautiful fireplace adds so much to a living room, and when it’s framed with built-in shelves, it really becomes a balanced and functional element of your space.

    Stained wood shelving creates a natural, rustic appearance. We love this look when paired with a stone wood-burning fireplace.  This creates a cozy atmosphere that your family will love!

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    Symmetrical, built-in shelving that reaches from floor to ceiling is a good choice if you’re aiming for a more traditional design. It also offers you ample display space for larger decorations.

    Traditional Family Room via Houzz

    Low profile shelving is one of the new looks. It creates a sleek and modern appeal, while still evoking feelings of balance and warmth. Low-profile shelves can be used to display memorabilia from your trips and adventures, or your favorite books.

    Transitional Living Room via Houzz
    It’s well-worth planning for future shelving or built-in shelves when placing the fireplace in your home plan. Contact County Club Homes for help remodeling or building the home of your dreams.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Make it Crafty: A Custom Craft Room in Your Home

    Whether you’re creating paper pumpkins and bats for a Halloween party this weekend or daydreaming about crafting in a dedicated space throughout the year, here are some tips for creating the perfect craft room in your home. Plan Your Space: Your craft room should be designed to accommodate the tasks you will spend the most…

  • Green & Energy Efficient Building

    There are a myriad of decisions to make when deciding on “green” products and systems for your home. For some, it means taking advantage of everything out there, and making sure that the process has been coordinated to result in the best end product with the smallest footprint on our planet. For others, it may…

  • Sweet Dreams: Elements of a Restful Master Bedroom

    A bedroom that invites peaceful relaxation creates a better quality of life. A good night’s sleep promotes mental and physical health. Keep the following in mind when considering your bedroom remodel and sweet dreams will be yours!   Color: Warm earth tones such as coppers, creams and tans are best for creating a cozy atmosphere. Soft,…

  • Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Powder Room Reflections

    In a small space like a powder room, the mirror makes a strong impression. This important design element is often the first thing and the last thing a visitor sees. The right mirror can make your powder room feel larger and establish a stylish focal point in the room.   Get creative and experiment with…