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  • How Bookworms Can Make Better Use of a Dining Room

    Many custom homes have well appointed dining rooms that feature a large table, plenty of seating, and an engaging design that stimulates conversation. But can the dining room be more? We challenge you to think outside of the box for your dining room design and consider transforming this space to reflect your personal style and your family’s interests.

    Traditional Dining Room by Charleston Architects & Building Designers Bill Huey + Associates via Houzz

    One fantastic way to elevate the dining room’s design is to create a library atmosphere. Books of all shapes and sizes can be strategically added to a dining room space to integrate your love of reading. Custom built-in shelves, display cases, and specialized cabinetry are all ideal additions for showcasing your books. A library ladder adds visual interest and makes reaching the top shelves easy. Don’t forget to use any extra space in the room to create a reading nook. Gather a cozy chair, plush rug, and task lighting to add a bit of comfort to your dining room design.

    Contemporary Dining Room by New York Architects & Building Designers Beinfield Architecture PC via Houzz

    If you would like more information about custom homes in Fairfield County, contact our team at Country Club Homes, call  203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Home Style of the Month: Colonial Revival

    A uniquely American style, Colonial Revival was initially inspired by a surge of patriotism and was most popular from 1895-1945. The Philadelphia Centennial of 1876 created a renewed interest in the historical architecture of the United States. Architects began studying early Colonial homes and translated the original ideas into larger homes with an emphasis on…

  • What Trends are Underfoot? Ideas for Wood Flooring

    Beautiful flooring is the underpinning of any stylish home. The ideal flooring is a smart combination of visual appeal and durability and wood floors have reliably accomplished that combination for centuries. Here’s a look at some of the most popular options in wood flooring today. Pale and neutral washes, especially gray, are having a moment…

  • Get Organized: Ideas for A Home Office

    The start of a new year often means a commitment to eliminating clutter and getting organized at home. Here are some ways your home office can do a better job of making your life easier and more efficient. Just like any successful work project, designing your home office requires deliberate planning. Think about how you…

  • A New Outlook: Window Styles

    Thoughtful window design and placement emphasizes a sense of style in your whole home remodel and dramatically affects the look and feel of your space. Windows can create a deeper connection to surrounding nature by framing views and bringing natural light and circulation into your home. Here’s a look at some of today’s most popular…