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  • Enjoy Your Patio Year-Round with an Outdoor Fireplace

    An outdoor fireplace not only adds drama to your outdoor space, but functionality as well.  On those cool summer, spring or fall nights, an outdoor fireplace will throw off warmth that will considerably extend the time you can use your patio.

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    Source: Country Club Homes

    For a smaller backyard, the vertical structure of a chimney will draw the eyes upward expanding the feel of your outdoor area.  A well-designed fireplace becomes an important anchor to the space and beautifully compliments your garden.

    Besides the warmth that emanates from a fireplace, it also naturally throws off wonderful mood lighting.  Even on a cooler or cold evening, the warm glow from outdoors can be an inviting backdrop when entertaining indoors.

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    Source: Country Club Homes

    And, of course, by adding comfy chairs and plush, soft pillows around the fireplace, you may never want to step inside again!  You have now beautifully and seamlessly extended your living space to the outdoors.

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    Source: Country Club Homes

    If you are looking for personalized home design ideas or seeking a luxury home renovation expert in Fairfield County, contact us at 203-762-0550 or visit the Country Club Homes, Inc. website at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • 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…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…