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  • Hot Ideas for the Hearth: Custom Fireplace Designs

    As autumn settles in, the age-old custom of gathering around a glowing fire becomes ever more appealing. The fireplace in your home can be a conversational centerpiece with the right application of design skill and imagination. Your fireplace should reflect the overall look and feel of your home, whether traditional, modern, or somewhere in between. Here are some options to consider when you’re planning a custom fireplace design for your home:

    Custom Fireplace Ideas - Bella Mancini Design
    Image Credit: Bella Mancini Design

    Whether you’re refurbishing an original or building from scratch, a fireplace created from brick or stone is a solid choice that communicates rustic authenticity. Limestone, granite, marble, slate and travertine each lend a distinct personality to the environment. Natural stone is a beautiful choice that does require some extra care and maintenance, while brick is lauded for its proven longevity and durability. A wood fireplace is an elegant option, particularly in historic homes.

    Curl up with a book in this cozy nook with fireplace
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    Materials: Stone, Brick, Wood and More

    Hearth Shape
    A fireplace with an extra long hearth is an interesting design choice that adds extra seating in your living space and denotes a modern attitude in any interior. A raised hearth is a classic and inviting look that emphasizes the fireplace as a central focal point.

    Custom fireplace with bookshelf surround
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    Book Shelf Surrounds
    Is there anything cozier than curling up in front of a fire with a good book? A fireplace design integrated with surrounding shelves is popular for a reason: it is an appealing concept that can be customized for any design style.

    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.

  • Design a Luxurious Pantry So You Won’t Want to Eat Out

    Yes, a pantry’s main function is to store food, drinks, and cooking essentials. But it can really be so much more.  A few strategic upgrades and you could be enjoying a luxurious pantry that will entice you to eat in. If you’re ready to customize your home’s pantry you should consider adding: Custom lighting- Finding things in a…

  • Custom Build-to-Suit Home For Sale in the Heart of New Canaan, CT

    Location, location, location. Isn’t that what you always hear when it comes to purchasing a home? Well, Country Club Homes, Inc. is offering a custom build-to-suit home in the perfect location. This custom home is located within walking distance to town, schools and parks in one of the best real estate sales towns in Fairfield County.  “A…

  • What’s Your Reason for Remodeling?

    A recent survey by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) asked about homeowners’ reasons for remodeling. There was a range of responses, indicating that there are many different motivations for undergoing a home remodel. The top five responses were: Desire for improved or new amenities- This is the number one reason for which people report wanting…

  • Include a Home Gym to Encourage Healthy Habits in Your Dream House

    What’s your favorite workout? A run on the treadmill? Pumping iron? No matter how you prefer to work out, a home gym is a great way to make sure you reach your healthiest potential. We recommend that your home gym include: Mirrors- Having full length mirrors in a home gym allows you to check your form for…