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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.
  • Key Design Elements for Cold-Climate Homes

    We still have several months of winter ahead of us, and this season is already headed for the record books. Deep snow, blowing winds and frigid temperatures are common in Connecticut. When designing our customers’ new homes, we take special care to plan for the worst possible winter weather. As you work with one of our…

  • Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Home

    Designing and building a new home is an exciting process full of big decisions. Today’s choices will undoubtedly affect tomorrow’s construction, so it is important to avoid common home construction mistakes. The most common mistakes to avoid during your new home design and construction include: Room placement. You deserve a home that is perfectly planned to…

  • Innovative Ways to Hide Your TV

    Your television likely plays a big role in your house; you look forward to sporting events, kids’ shows and favorite evening programs. When the show is over, however, you may want the television set to remain hidden. Here are some unique and stylish ways to disguise a television: Sliding and hiding. Homeowners are finding ways to completely hide a television, and…

  • Key Questions to Ask When Shopping for Stone for Your Home

    Home trends come and go but high quality stone remains a standard in custom home designs. You may want to install a custom stone countertop, backsplash, fireplace or shower. Knowing the right questions to ask is essential in choosing the ideal stone for your design needs. Before you choose a stone for your home make…