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  • 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 hinge sideways like a door, or from the top to the bottom with a lightweight chain that prevented the window from opening too far.

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    Image Credit: New American Colonial, Barnes Vanze Architects Inc.

    Once air conditioning became common in American homes, the ventilation function of transom windows was less necessary but they continued to hold appeal for other reasons. Their design is ideal for increasing the amount of natural light in interior halls, entryways and niches, especially in larger homes and buildings. Privacy and security are also a benefit since transom windows let light in while the door below remains securely locked.

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    Image Credit: Katie Ridder, Country Portfolio

    One of the main attractions of transom windows continues to be their visual charm, particularly in some of the “fixed” versions, which do not open. Decorative versions are often fan shaped or semi circular and sometimes created with stained glass. Intricate stained glass transom windows were particularly popular during the Victorian period, while simpler versions prevailed in Craftsman homes.

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    Image Credit: Giannetti Home via decorpad.com

    At Country Club Homes, we stay in touch with the latest custom home design trends to share exciting new ideas with our clients. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more about our work.

  • Being Prepared: Are Your Home and Family Ready for a Super Storm?

    Summer brings with it long days, vacations, ice cream cones… and storms.  Summer thunderstorms are common this time of year, and most of them are nothing to worry about.  However, summer is also hurricane season and, as we learned last year, the northeastern coast is not immune to the damaging effects of these super storms….

  • Remodeling Ideas That’ll Make Your Home Feel Bigger

    Gaining more living space in your home is not always about increasing the actual square-footage. Often times, remodeling a room so that it can serve double duty can effectively make your home seem a lot bigger and more functional. Here are some suggestions for remodeling your home to appear larger without actually adding on to…

  • The Benefits of a New Custom Home vs an Existing Home

    When searching for a new home, one of the earliest questions you need to answer is whether you want to buy an existing home or build a custom home.  Both have their benefits, but in many cases the benefits of custom building outweigh those of buying an existing home. When you search for existing homes,…

  • Has Marble in the Home Lost Its Luster?

    The use of marble in the home is a centuries old tradition. It’s beauty in the kitchen, bathroom and as floors or walls cannot be denied. But times do change. Once a sign of affluence, the allure of this natural stone has decreased dramatically as it has found its way into a high percentage of…