Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Design a Luxurious Pantry So You Won’t Want to Eat Out

    Yes, a pantry’s main function is to store food, drinks, and cooking essentials. But it can really be so much more.  A few strategic upgrades and you could be enjoying a luxurious pantry that will entice you to eat in. If you’re ready to customize your home’s pantry you should consider adding:

    Traditional Kitchen by Saratoga General Contractors RemodelWest via Houzz
    • Custom lighting- Finding things in a dim or dark pantry can be nearly impossible. Custom lighting solutions will allow you to see what’s in the pantry and can provide visual interest. Consider pendant lighting, wall sconces, or an overhead chandelier.
    Traditional Kitchen by Minneapolis Architects & Building Designers Murphy & Co. Design via Houzz
    • Easy access steps- You want to use every inch of available space in your pantry, especially if your kitchen features high ceilings. Installing a rolling ladder or built in steps gives you easy access to the highest shelves.
    Traditional Kitchen by New Rochelle Closet & Home Storage Designers transFORM | The Art of Custom Storage via Houzz
    • Personalized shelving- No two families are alike and your pantry should reflect your unique needs. Take your children and pets into consideration and determine the height and depth you need to store all of the family’s essentials.

    A luxurious pantry is just one of the many custom home design ideas our team would love to share with you. Contact us today at Country Club Homes, call  203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com. to learn more.

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    Transom windows are a lovely historical detail with an interesting history of practical purpose. Before the advent of air conditioning, transom windows were an innovative design feature that allowed for cross ventilation between rooms. Typically, transom windows could be opened and closed using a long metal rod. There were also styles that opened on a…

  • Chic Simplicity: A Black and White Bathroom

    The black and white bathroom is a design classic that always feels fresh. The simplicity of black and white allows for endless experimentation with color and texture to make your space feel distinct and memorable. The walls in a black and white bathroom are an interesting place to explore the use of patterned wallpaper, particularly…

  • Hot Ideas for the Hearth: Custom Fireplace Designs

    As autumn settles in, the age-old custom of gathering around a glowing fire becomes ever more appealing. The fireplace in your home can be a conversational centerpiece with the right application of design skill and imagination. Your fireplace should reflect the overall look and feel of your home, whether traditional, modern, or somewhere in between….

  • Empty-Nesters Purchase Cottage with Downsizing In Mind

    Interested in downsizing? A soon-to-be empty nester couple fell in love with this delightful cottage and purchased the home with downsizing in mind. As the renovation project started, it turned into a labor of love for the couple as they envisioned it as their beach-style retirement home. The small corner lot on Belle Island in the Rowayton section…