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.

  • An Innovative Ceiling Finish Can Add Style to Your Home

    While an ordinary ceiling will often go unnoticed, a stylish one will provide an aesthetic appeal, and complement the entire decor of a room.  Here are some innovative suggestions for adding some interest to your ceilings: Gable Vault – A gable vault is a ceiling that is left somewhat exposed, which produces some dramatic results. In…

  • Choosing the Right Roof Material for Your Home

    Have you ever thought much about the type of roof you want on your home? Many homeowners take their roof for granted, and don’t investigate different materials when building their homes. As you make decisions about the exterior of your home, you should not only consider style, but also the attributes of a variety of roofing materials, including but…

  • Tips for Closing Off an Open Kitchen

    The idea of an open kitchen is perfect, right? There’s a natural flow from other rooms, you have easy access to other parts of the house and it’s perfect for entertaining. However, you may wish your open kitchen was a bit more closed off. There are a variety of innovative ways to completely or partially…

  • Create a Welcoming and Stylish Entryway for Your Holiday Guests

    For some people, their foyer design may be the most important part of their home design.  The foyer represents the homeowner’s welcoming personality to their guests and visitors.  The foyer is the first place people see when entering the home, so the design should give a good impression. The features that you may want to focus on in your…