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  • Expanding Your Living Space

    One of the biggest advantages of a covered porch is the way it extends your living area. When designed thoughtfully, a covered porch becomes an outdoor room that can be used for a variety of activities. Whether you’re lounging in a hammock, enjoying meals al fresco, or sipping coffee with a book, a covered porch allows you to seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living.

    This extra space can be used year-round, regardless of the weather. On sunny days, it offers a shaded retreat from the harsh rays of the sun. During rainy weather, it provides shelter so you can still enjoy the outdoors without getting wet. This flexibility increases the amount of time you can spend outdoors, making your home feel more spacious and connected to nature

    A well-designed covered porch doesn’t just offer practical benefits—it can also elevate the visual appeal of your home. A front porch, in particular, creates a welcoming entrance and adds character to your facade. Whether you opt for a traditional, rustic style or a more modern, minimalist approach, a covered porch has the power to transform the look of your home.

    Think about it: from architectural columns to stylish railings and unique ceiling treatments, the design possibilities are endless. Plus, adding lush greenery in planters, string lights, or comfortable furniture further enhances the ambiance and invites guests to linger.

    Contact us today to design/build your outdoor living space! Info@countryclubhomesinc.com

  • Higher Light: Interior Transom Windows

    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…