Some Ideas to Consider …

  • 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 designing a home, or remodeling your existing home, why not build a room specifically for playing music? Here are a few tips to get you started.

      • Don’t overlook location when planning your music room. We suggest placing it above the garage or next to the living room, for example, rather than next to your child’s bedroom.
      • For the best acoustics, place the room towards the interior of the home, and don’t include windows — this helps to reduce sound leaving or coming in.


    Contemporary Home Theater via Houzz

      • The Greeks believed that the perfect proportions for acoustic quality were 1 x 1.6 x 2.6 (length x width x height). We agree.
      • Use an angled ceiling to reduce echo.


    Eclectic Home Theater by Wilmington Interior Designers & Decorators Bruce Palmer Interior Design

      • Avoid concave shapes, as these will trap sound.

    Building custom homes in Fairfield County, Country Club Homes is your source for unique, livable homes. Contact us to discuss your building or remodeling needs today.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Plan Out a Laundry Room You’ll Want to Use

    Even if you hate doing the laundry you deserve a luxurious laundry room! Gone are the days that the laundry room was an overlooked space or relegated to a small closet. Today’s laundry rooms feature beautiful design elements and creative interpretations of a functional space. When designing your custom laundry room you’ll want to pay particular attention to:…

  • Different Permit Considerations for Green Building

    As you are planning which green home building amenities to include in your new custom home it’s important to note that there may be different permitting requirements. Understanding these permit considerations before you begin keeps construction on track and helps avoid delays caused by improper permitting. Permitting requirements will vary based on the locality in…

  • Add the Luxury of a Bedroom Balcony to Your Home

    There’s an exciting new trend in bedroom design, and it’s one that will help connect you with the outdoors — balconies. Yes, bedroom balconies are becoming increasingly popular, and we love the luxurious, getaway-style element that they add to homes. Keep these examples in mind while exploring ways to add a balcony to your bedroom:…

  • Should You Find the Space for an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

    An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a self-contained additional structure on a property, located either within or adjacent to a traditional house. These structures serve many purposes, including home offices, in-law quarters, or studio spaces. An ADU may be the perfect solution to meet a need of additional space at your home. Before you begin planning…