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  • Make the Most of Your Home Renovation Project with These Tips

    Undergoing a home remodeling project is the best way to turn your home into the space of your dreams. You should work with your contractor and architect to ensure your design goals are met and to avoid common remodeling pitfalls.

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    Make sure to consider the following:

    • Existing systems. The plans for your remodeling project may be affected by the systems currently in the home. Take time to consider the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems when deciding on the scope of the remodel and determine if they need an upgrade during the project.
    • Construction technology. Technology in the home construction industry is growing rapidly. Work with your trusted professionals to install state-of-the-art features and take advantage of building advancements that make a house safer, quieter, and more efficient.
    • The future. You should make remodeling choices that have an immediate impact on your life with an eye on planning for the future. Consider what your life will be like in 5, 10, and 15 years and make design and layout choices that will grow with your family.

    Contact us online at Country Club Homes, or by phone at 203-762-0550 for more home remodeling tips.  We are ready to help make your home remodeling dreams come true.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…