Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Never Be Afraid to Ask Questions When Remodeling Your Home

    A remodeling project can be a complicated process. There are many decisions to be made and a schedule of work to follow. As you begin the home remodeling process, make sure to ask your builder any questions you may have. Many of our clients ask:

    • How long? How much? Staying in close communication with your construction team can help ensure you stay on schedule and on budget.
    • What’s next? Each remodeling project has a list of tasks that need to be completed in a certain order. Ask your construction team what’s next on the list to stay up to date on the progress.
    • Why there? Many construction elements, such as plumbing, wiring, and HVAC installation, is builder designed. If you don’t like the way something is being installed, ask why they chose a specific location and request changes.
    • What’s best? Choosing a construction team that you trust is essential during a remodeling project. If you need to make decisions about the project you can rely on their experience and expert advice.

    For more home remodeling tips, visit us online at Country Club Homes or contact us today at 203-762-0550. We can help you better understand the remodeling process and answer any questions you may have.

  • Higher Light: Interior Transom Windows

    Transom windows are a lovely historical detail with an interesting history of practical purpose. Before the advent of air conditioning, transom windows were an innovative design feature that allowed for cross ventilation between rooms. Typically, transom windows could be opened and closed using a long metal rod. There were also styles that opened on a…

  • Chic Simplicity: A Black and White Bathroom

    The black and white bathroom is a design classic that always feels fresh. The simplicity of black and white allows for endless experimentation with color and texture to make your space feel distinct and memorable. The walls in a black and white bathroom are an interesting place to explore the use of patterned wallpaper, particularly…

  • Hot Ideas for the Hearth: Custom Fireplace Designs

    As autumn settles in, the age-old custom of gathering around a glowing fire becomes ever more appealing. The fireplace in your home can be a conversational centerpiece with the right application of design skill and imagination. Your fireplace should reflect the overall look and feel of your home, whether traditional, modern, or somewhere in between….

  • Empty-Nesters Purchase Cottage with Downsizing In Mind

    Interested in downsizing? A soon-to-be empty nester couple fell in love with this delightful cottage and purchased the home with downsizing in mind. As the renovation project started, it turned into a labor of love for the couple as they envisioned it as their beach-style retirement home. The small corner lot on Belle Island in the Rowayton section…