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  • Green & Energy Efficient Building

    There are a myriad of decisions to make when deciding on “green” products and systems for your home.

    green-house For some, it means taking advantage of everything out there, and making sure that the process has been coordinated to result in the best end product with the smallest footprint on our planet.

    For others, it may be to just take advantage of some products, such as spray foam insulation or a geo-thermal heating and air conditioning system to help improve the energy efficiency of their home.

    The basic areas that you need to think about, and we can help you with, are:

    • Situating the home properly to take advantage of slope, sunlight and tree shade
    • The building envelope to make sure the home is well insulated, and then properly ventilated
    • Building with as little waste as possible
    • Environmentally-friendly products
    • Improving the air quality within your home
    • Systems that improve energy-efficiency and ultimately lower the cost of running your home

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    You can also save money and energy by following these suggestions on EnergyStar.gov. Take a room-by-room tour and learn what you can do to save.

     

    Let Country Club Homes guide you through this process while also making sure that you have a beautifully designed home.  We have the expertise, and have made it our mission to stay abreast of the latest in green technology and products as they continue to evolve and improve. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 to learn more.

  • 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…