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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
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    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.

  • Planning More Sustainable Features in Your Home Design is a Smart Investment

    Some homeowners believe that investing in sustainable home features costs too much money, that the up front costs will outweigh any benefits. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Yes, choosing sustainable features up front may cost more in the beginning but the return on your investment will last for years to come. Choosing sustainability…

  • Incredible Screens to Let You Enjoy Privacy and Light From Your Windows

    Creating privacy can be the antithesis of letting light in. How can you make your space private without blocking the light? Are there ways you can create privacy without limiting the view? Today’s design landscape offers creative solutions that solve privacy concerns while still letting in the light. Our favorite creative screen designs include: Operable…

  • Make Your Bedroom Feel Like a Vacation With Resort Inspiration

    Wouldn’t it be nice to feel like you’re on vacation without even having to leave your home? At Country Club Homes, we want to help you make that dream a reality. We’ll help you use these home remodeling ideas to create a luxury bedroom that feels like a resort. High-end fabric helps give your room…

  • Love Music? Include a Room Specifically Designed for Playing It

    Whether you’re a casual musician or a professional instrumentalist, you know that the right space can make creating music even more enjoyable. There’s something about playing in a room with the perfect shape and acoustics that really speaks to the soul and allows you to identify with your music. If you’re in the process of…