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  • Color Lovers Rejoice! Celebrating Unconventional Hues for Christmas

    Red and green, the colors of holly berries and evergreens, are the expected hues for Christmas decorations since at least the Victorian era. And there’s comfort to be found in tradition, especially around the holidays. But if you’re yearning to try something new for your Christmas decor, there are several ways to experiment!

     

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    Navy, white, and silver together are a crisp alternative color palette that will complement the interior of a traditional home while bringing a fresh interpretation. Any shade of blue paired with white and sparkle infuses your home with the sense of a “winter wonderland.”

     

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    In a more modern living environment, an all white color palette is a creative choice. All white decorations make your home feel simple, fresh, and clean. With just a little sparkle, an all white color scheme is elegant and artistic.

    Decorations inspired by nature give your home an organic feeling that evokes a warm hominess. Choose brown-hued and wood ornaments for your green tree and incorporate natural textures and found objects in your decorations such as burlap, pinecones, flowers, and branches.

     

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    There are many more combinations to choose from when you decide to try something new for the holidays. The key to approaching any color palette is giving yourself space and time to experiment and make adjustments, with the emphasis on enjoying the experience! Here’s a fabulous unconventional color theme decorated by Bunny Williams: My Holiday Table with Bunny Williams.

    At Country Club Homes, we stay in touch with the latest custom home design trends to share exciting new ideas with our clients. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more about our work.

  • Adding Wood Flooring? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home for Demolition

    Adding new wood flooring to your home’s floors is an excellent way to revive a space, add visual interest or increase your home’s resale value. A simple wood floor installation can change the entire look of a room. Before work begins, there are several things you should do to prepare: Sound sub-floor.  New wood flooring should be laid on a clean, smooth,…

  • Prepare for Your New Countertop Installation with These Tips

    Most kitchen renovations involve replacing countertops throughout the space. Because the countertops are a focal point of the room’s design, the installation must go smoothly. Before the installation begins there are several things that should be done to prepare. Make sure to: Choose a suitable material. There are a wide variety of countertop materials to choose from. Do…

  • Turn Your Master Closet Into a Hidden Retreat

    Its time to elevate the closet! In your home, the master closet should obviously serve as a space to hold your clothes, shoes, and accessories, but it can be so much more. Transforming your master closet into a hidden retreat simply requires a shift in perspective and a few functional upgrades. Consider adding: Natural light. Adding…

  • Building Up: Add an Additional Story to Your Home or Guest House

    When investigating home remodeling ideas, you may have realized that adding an additional story is a great way to increase square footage. There are important structural and design considerations to make when adding a second story to your home. Before work begins, talk to your contractor about: Design cohesion. A second story addition should look like it…