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  • Home Style of the Month: Second Empire

    The Second Empire style was most popular in the United States in the 1860s and 1870s, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest. In its time, the style was considered modern and fashionable, simultaneously favored in France and the United States by affluent homeowners.

     

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    OldHousonline – French Connection

    The style originated in France, where some French architects used the phrase “horror vacui” – the fear of unadorned surfaces – to describe the Second Empire style and its emphasis on heavy ornamentation. Second Empire homes became prominent in France during that country’s “second empire,” the reign of Napoleon (1852-1870).

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    Iron cresting on mansard roof

    A tall mansard roof with wrought iron cresting is the most prominent distinguishing feature of this style. The roof was considered both visually appealing and practical since it created a fully functional attic space.

    Appropriate for a style focus in October, Second Empire homes are often featured in Halloween imagery as the quintessential haunted house.

    • Elements of Second Empire Style
    • Mansard roof with decorative slate pattern
    • Cast iron decorative cresting at roof
    • Patterned tiles on roof
    • Segmented arched windows
    • Prominent arched doorway
    • One story porch
    • Tower

     

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    Credit: decorpad.com – Arched Doorways

    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.

  • The Versatility of Built-ins

    At Country Club Homes, we always advise our clients to think about storage when we’re designing their custom homes. So many homeowners struggle to find space for their items, but by including built-in storage spaces in our designs, we find that our clients are able to stay more organized and keep their homes clutter free….

  • Create a Home That Feels Like a Vacation Spot

    When you’re designing your own custom home, you have the opportunity to make it everything you have always dreamed of. Use these home design ideas to create a home that feels like a vacation spot, from the time you enter the door until the time you climb into bed. Start with the patio. We recommend…

  • Make a Statement With Shingle Style

    Shingle style homes feature a distinctive and classical architecture that is reminiscent of early 21st century American design. These homes are often found in coastal areas and are ideal for casual living with a traditional feel. Shingle style features several distinct characteristics that set it apart from other home styles, including: Large front porches. Shingle style homes…

  • Take Radiant Heating Outdoors for a Truly Luxurious Home

    Radiant heating has become a staple of luxury interior home design. But have you ever considered installing one of these heating systems outside? Radiant heating can be used under exterior concrete and tiles to heat the floor and help make your exterior spaces more comfortable and functional. Outdoor radiant heating can be used in a…