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  • Home Style of the Month: Cape Cod

    The quintessential American home, the Cape Cod style communicates what most of us think of when we envision a row of homes in small town U.S.A. with front yards and white picket fences. The style actually came over from England with the first settlers who modified the design of their homeland’s modest thatched cottages to survive harsh New England winters. The steep roof prevented the accumulation of snow and rain, while central chimneys with connected fireplaces kept the interior cozy and warm.

    Classic Cape Cod Architecture - US Door & More Inc.
    Classic Cape Cod Architecture – US Door & More Inc.

    The first Cape Cod homes were built from 1690-1850 and the style enjoyed a new popularity from the 1930’s to the 1960’s as Colonial Revival Capes. Cape Cod architecture feels welcoming and homey, with a no-frills approach that places a high value on function. The classic appeal of Cape Cod architecture endures for those with a nostalgic appreciation of beautiful simplicity in design.

    Cape Cod Style Home - Arturo Palumbo Architecture
    Cape Cod Style Home – Arturo Palumbo Architecture

    Elements of Cape Cod Style

    • Steep roof, single pitch, with side gables
    • Center chimney, sometimes linked to a fireplace in each room
    • Shingle sides, originally left unpainted
    • Dormer windows
    • No ornamentation except for front door
    • Rectangle shape, usually 1-1-1/2 stories
    hgtv 2015 dream house martha's vineyard - Cape Cod Style home, Patrick Ahearn Architect
    HGTV 2015 Dream House on Martha’s Vineyard – Patrick Ahearn Architect

    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.

  • Upswing in Fairfield County Real Estate Sales Shows Consumer Confidence

    For many months, Fairfield County, CT homeowners have held off on listing their homes to sell, for a number of reasons related to the economy and real estate values. With recent record-breaking low mortgage interest rates, as a homeowner in Fairfield County, you may be thinking about finally listing your home to sell, and planning…

  • Authentic Specialty Rooms in Luxury Fairfield County Homes

    Country Club Homes, Inc of Wilton, Connecticut is a custom new home builder and home remodelor with extensive knowledge of architecture, interior design and building construction. The brother/sister team of Carolyn Wheeler and Walter Cromwell now manage Country Club Homes, Inc., a family-owned home building company operating in the Fairfield County, Connecticut area since 1955….

  • Are You Tired With the Stress of Home Maintenance? Try TotalCare of Wilton & New Canaan

    Do you have challenging home maintenance problems that need attention immediately, but aren’t sure who to call? Our affiliate, TotalCare can help!   TotalCare is a “one-stop shop” caretaker service with an experienced team of reliable, professional and competitively priced service providers who are available to help you with your home.  We identify any task…

  • Specialty Bedroom Design for Children of All Ages, Fairfield County, CT

    As you plan a new home in Wilton, New Canaan or Fairfield County, Connecticut, — what are you thinking about for the children’s bedrooms? We suggest you take a few moments and consider the child… hobbies, habits, preferences, personalities. Once you start to think along those lines, consider more specific questions such as the following:…