Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Choose the Perfect Flooring for Your Custom Home

    The floor of any room in a house serves as the baseline for any décor, and choosing the right type of floor is essential for creating the look that you want. Here are a few tips to get you started on this important task:

    Wood Floors Add Charm – Wood floors run the gamut from rustic to elegant in design. Regardless of your preference, you will find that wood floors can be worked into any décor. They are excellent for spaces such as foyers, libraries and family rooms. 

    Beautiful hardwood flooring
    Source: Country Club Homes

    Stone Floors are Durable – While stone materials are among the most durable of floors, they can also provide a quite beautiful backdrop for any design choice. Consider them for areas that will get a lot of heavy use. Many homeowners are choosing porcelain tiles that look like wood, natural stone and slate. Larger, 12″ x 24″ tiles are all the rage and replacing the traditional 12″ x 12″ tile.

    Stone floors are great for high-traffic thoroughfares
    Source: Design Platform (via Houzz)

    Lush Carpeted Floors are inviting – For bedrooms and basements, nothing beats the comfort and warmth of a carpeted floor.  With carpet, you will always feel warm underfoot – so use them in intimate spaces.

    Cozy Carpeted Floors
    Source: Country Club Homes

    For more information on this and other great ideas for custom homes in Fairfield County, please contact Country Club Homes at 203-762-0550 or visit our website www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Is an Attic Bedroom Right For Your Home?

    Many homeowners, in the quest to find more room for their family, turn to the otherwise ignored attic. It’s not a bad idea as the space is already available, can be insulated easily and makes for a private yet accessible bedroom. Here are a few things to know when considering an attic bedroom renovation. Source: Country Club…

  • Save Money on Your Heating and Cooling with Emme

    There are many factors that go into building an energy-efficient home, and one of the most important decisions is the choice of heating and cooling equipment. Programmable thermostats, controllable ducts and other innovations have revolutionized climate control.  In particular, the use of zone-controlled systems, like those manufactured by Emme, can save you up to 40% on…

  • Stay Warm and Cozy This Winter with Heated Floors

    Heated floors are such a fabulous addition to any home, especially now that winter is fast approaching. The two most popular methods of installation are electric radiant heat and hydronic heat. Here are some ways to distinguish between these two methods: Electric Radiant Heat This is a less expensive and easier to install version, in…

  • Highlight Your Mantel with Beautiful Holiday Decor

    Fireplace mantels are so versatile. They can easily become a room’s focal point or quietly blend into the surrounding environment. And now that our thoughts have turned to holiday decorating ideas, why not let your fireplace mantel take center stage? A gorgeous mantle constructed from a rough hewn log looks fabulous when topped with natural decorating elements. Arrange white…