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  • Is an Attic Bedroom Right For Your Home?

    Many homeowners, in the quest to find more room for their family, turn to the otherwise ignored attic. It’s not a bad idea as the space is already available, can be insulated easily and makes for a private yet accessible bedroom. Here are a few things to know when considering an attic bedroom renovation.

    Attic Bedroom
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    attic bedroom
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    Pay Attention to Building Codes – Getting a permit may seem unnecessary since you are not building outside the walls of your present home but, no matter how simple, there is always electrical wiring that should be inspected and it is short-sighted to skip this process.  Ultimately, when you go to sell your house, you’ll be unable to list the extra bedroom without the proper permits and certificate of occupancy, and today’s demanding buyer will insist on having the proper paperwork in place.

    attic bedroom
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    Understand Access – Similarly, you cannot just install a simple stairs without the proper dimensions and call it an accessway. Beforehand, consult an architect or building engineer so that you do not install a substandard stairway which will then not be approved by the town.  Also, keep in mind that furniture will need to get up the stairs so don’t make it too narrow.

    Attic Playroom
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    Don’t Ignore the Utilities – In the short term, it’s certainly cost effective to avoid a placing a bathroom on the third floor but you will pay in the long term.  Your home will also be more attractive to a buyer when the third floor bedroom has its own bathroom.

    For more ideas on attic bedrooms and other home renovation projects, please contact us at Country Club Homes. Find us online at CountryClubHomesInc.com or reach us directly at 203-762-0550.

  • Lush Garden Features for New England Homes

    As warmer weather and longer days head our way we can anticipate more time relaxing in our New England gardens. To fully enjoy your space, give special attention to your garden design this season with new features that nurture the natural beauty of the outdoors. A fountain is a classic and serene focal point for…

  • Vessel Sinks Make a Splash in Luxurious Bathrooms

    While today they are seen as an ultra-modern addition to your bathroom, vessel sinks are actually based on the centuries-old washbasin design in use before running water was commonly available. There’s nothing like a vessel sink to make a dramatic impression in your bathroom.

  • Home Style of the Month: Cape Cod

    The quintessential American home, the Cape Cod style communicates what most of us think of when we envision a row of homes in small town U.S.A. with front yards and white picket fences. The style actually came over from England with the first settlers who modified the design of their homeland’s modest thatched cottages to…

  • Daydream About Relaxing Porch Style

    Naturally conjuring a feeling of welcoming ease and comfortable leisure, a front porch connects your indoor space with your outdoor space, expanding your home for entertaining and relaxing. When you’re planning a front porch design, imagine ways you will use the space, during which seasons of the year, and how the design will integrate with…