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  • How to Tell if a Wall or Column is Load-Bearing

    Many homeowners seek to open up space in their home during a home renovation project by removing a wall. This can connect spaces and completely transform a home’s layout. Before a wall can be removed it must first be determined whether the wall is load-bearing. This can be determined by:

    what to do with load bearing walls
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    • Searching for beams at the lowest level of the house that interface directly with the concrete foundation.
    • Locating the home’s beams and noting which walls they connect directly to.
    • Identifying joists that meet a wall at a perpendicular angle and transferring the weight to the load-bearing wall.
    • Following internal load-bearing walls up through the structure.

    Since load-bearing walls can’t be removed, there are certain things you can do to integrate them into the home’s design. Consider installing structural columns in place of the wall and tie in their design to the room’s aesthetic. You can also use beams in the ceiling to help support the weight of a load-bearing wall while opening up the space.

    If you are considering undertaking any home renovation projects, contact our professionals at Country Club Homes today at 203-762-0550. We’re ready to be your trusted home design, renovation, and construction team.

  • Expectations For New Home Construction in 2015

    Each year the residential building industry takes a look at new home construction to gauge homeowner priorities and current trends. 2015 promises to be a great year for the home construction industry and understanding these trends is important for staying up-to-date with what homeowners are hoping for in a new home. Multi-use spaces The living room…

  • How to Design a Mudroom That Stays Neat and Clean

    “A place for everything and everything in its place” is a popular saying that helps define the goal of a well organized mudroom. In any busy home the mudroom is the perfect space to store outerwear, shoes, bags, and family necessities. A great way to design a mudroom that stays neat and clean is to…

  • Architectural Details to Bring Cheer to Your Home

    You spend a lot of time in your home and it should make you happy. Its design, layout, and custom features can work together to positively affect your mood and boost your overall well-being. Our favorite custom home design ideas to bring cheer to your home include: Beautiful views Placing your home on the lot…

  • All the World’s a Stage, So Why Not Add One to Your Bonus Room?

    If you have family members that love to sing, dance, and act you should consider adding a stage to your home. We can think of no better way to celebrate their talents than to construct a custom stage in your bonus room perfect for every home performance. Our favorite home stage ideas include: Adding media Why not…