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  • Home Technology Pet Owners Will Love

    When you are planning your dream home design, make sure to include upgrades for your pets, too. Your cats and dogs are important members of the family and deserve products designed specifically for their needs. Our favorite high-tech gadgets for pets include:

    • Electronic pet door: Controlled by a microchip on your pet’s collar, the electronic pet door automatically opens and closes when your pet is nearby. This prevents wild animals from entering your home and can help maintain home comfort levels.


    Contemporary Patio by Winter Park Design-Build Firms Phil Kean Designs via Houzz

    • Pet fountain: WaterDog, an automatic pet fountain, is an ideal solution for keeping your outside pets hydrated. The fountain plugs into your spigot and turns on when your dog is within three feet. As your dog walks away the water turns off.


    Contemporary Landscape via Houzz

    • Laser pointer toy: Most cats love lasers but it can become tedious to keep them entertained. An automatic laser pointer toy may be the perfect addition to your home and can be programmed to keep your cats entertained all day.

    At Country Club Homes we pride ourselves on keeping up with hot new home design trends. Visit us online today at www.countryclubhomesinc.com or call us at 203-762-0550 to learn more.to learn more about our work.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…