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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.

  • Adding Wood Flooring? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home for Demolition

    Adding new wood flooring to your home’s floors is an excellent way to revive a space, add visual interest or increase your home’s resale value. A simple wood floor installation can change the entire look of a room. Before work begins, there are several things you should do to prepare: Sound sub-floor.  New wood flooring should be laid on a clean, smooth,…

  • Prepare for Your New Countertop Installation with These Tips

    Most kitchen renovations involve replacing countertops throughout the space. Because the countertops are a focal point of the room’s design, the installation must go smoothly. Before the installation begins there are several things that should be done to prepare. Make sure to: Choose a suitable material. There are a wide variety of countertop materials to choose from. Do…

  • Turn Your Master Closet Into a Hidden Retreat

    Its time to elevate the closet! In your home, the master closet should obviously serve as a space to hold your clothes, shoes, and accessories, but it can be so much more. Transforming your master closet into a hidden retreat simply requires a shift in perspective and a few functional upgrades. Consider adding: Natural light. Adding…

  • Building Up: Add an Additional Story to Your Home or Guest House

    When investigating home remodeling ideas, you may have realized that adding an additional story is a great way to increase square footage. There are important structural and design considerations to make when adding a second story to your home. Before work begins, talk to your contractor about: Design cohesion. A second story addition should look like it…