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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.

  • Give Kids or Guests a Fun Sleeping Experience With Lofted Beds

    Creating fun and luxurious spaces in your home is just as important as focusing on function. Lofted beds, a hot new home design trend, are an excellent way to provide a fun sleeping experience for children or guests to your home. Building a lofted bed creates a bit of whimsy in your home and encourages…

  • Opulent Yet Practical Dining Room Ideas

    Your home’s dining room serves a specific goal: feeding people, so don’t let this space be last on your design priority list. A few simple additions can help boost the style and design of the dining room without impacting the room’s overall function. When designing your dining room, consider: Letting the light in: Don’t dine in the dark!…

  • Incorporate Nautical Charm Into Your New England Home

    Nautical-inspired home design is a hot trend this season, but it has been a staple in New England homes for years. Incorporating nautical elements into your custom home design brings the tranquility and charm of the sea to life. If you love a high-end nautical look, you may want to: Transitional Kitchen by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country…

  • Enjoy the Luxury and Convenience of a Central Vacuum System

    When you’re designing and building your custom home, you’re probably focused on room placement, layout, amenities, and other important decisions that have to be made. Things like vacuums don’t typically cross your mind until after you’ve moved in, but the building stage is an ideal time to boost the luxury and convenience of your home…