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  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is as classic as it is beautiful: driftwood.

    From the unique shapes to the beautiful salt-and-sun faded color, driftwood is a subtle and interesting element from which to draw inspiration for your coastal home design.

    Traditional Exterior by Boston Architects & Building Designers Catalano Architects
    This home uses the color of driftwood to inspire its exterior design.  The siding is painted in Cabots’ Driftwood Gray with a SW Duration White trim.  It’s a lovely neutral color that captures the bright beauty of life on the East Coast with a sophisticated edge.  Paired with the rounded tower, reminiscent of a lighthouse, this home is a picture of the luxurious coastal lifestyle.

    Traditional Hardwood Flooring
    While it would be a shame to take the unique shapes of driftwood and turn them into flat planks, you can still imitate the aged and sun-bleached look with more traditional wood flooring.  This hardwood is a custom-aged French oak.  It’s perfect for both a coastal home design and a home that brings in elements of the timeless French Country style.

    Rustic Family Room by Falmouth Architects & Building Designers Hutker Architects
    Of course, natural driftwood is also a perfect element to bring in to any coastal home.  This fireplace is a lovely example of one way to incorporate driftwood.  With asymmetrical design featuring driftwood peeking through the stacked stone in widely varying sizes, the whole surround gives off the sensation of a day of discovery at the beach.

    If you’re interested in more home remodeling ideas contact our team at Country Club Homes online or by calling us at 203-762-0550. We are committed to serving the home construction needs of the Fairfield County area.

  • The Draw of Beautiful Solid Hardwood Floors

    No other element of a house exudes warmth and traditional style quite like a hardwood floor. Just entering a room with a rich, earth-toned foundation is enough to make you feel at home, isn’t it? But like many elements in home design, the looks are just the beginning. Hardwood floors have become the preferred option…

  • Make the Most of Your Porch This Spring in Fairfield County

    We are so overdue for some pleasant warm weather here in New England, don’t you think? And there’s no better way to enjoy those beautiful days outside than relaxing on your porch… perhaps with a great book and a steamy cup of whatever your heart desires. A front porch can add lots of curb appeal…

  • Have a Seat… in the Bedroom?

    What is it about seating in the bedroom that gives it an air of elegance? Perhaps because benches, chairs, chaises, sofas and love seats are so often seen in common living areas that it automatically becomes a visual interest when seen in a different type of space. Because a dedicated seating area in the bedroom…

  • Add Charm in the Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink

    Farmhouse sinks, also referred to as apron sinks, are a great choice for kitchen design that’s one part country, but still completely traditional. While some may think that these sinks are outdated and completely old-fashioned, what really determines the look and feel of a farmhouse sink is what’s surrounding it. With the right backsplash, faucet,…