Some Ideas to Consider …

  • No Matter Your Design Preferences, Make Sure Your Home is Functional First

    When designing a custom home it’s easy to get wrapped up in the creative options for decorating and expressing your personal style. But first, we recommend you assess and address the home’s function and your specific needs to ensure it’s the perfect fit for your family.

    • Stick to the plan- It’s essential to have a plan for your home that focuses on the function of the individual spaces. Take the time to evaluate your family’s specific needs and lifestyle to create an interior design plan that maximizes function.
    • Design around function- Start with the functional design of a space and then move to accessories and creative touches. This is important as your tastes change over time. If you can keep the same functional design of a space it is far easier to just update the color palette, accessories, window treatments, and rugs.
    • Create value- The resale value of a home is often found in its function. Prospective buyers are looking for a home that meets their family’s needs and can be decorated to match their specific style.

    For more home construction tips, visit us online at Country Club Homes or  call 203-762-0550. We are ready to help your custom home dreams become reality.

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    2014 was a great year for the custom home industry. Recent data collected by the National Association of Home Builders indicates that 2014 saw a 20 percent growth in custom home construction. It is important to acknowledge that this is a small segment of the overall construction industry because it identifies just projects with homes constructed on…

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    When you think of luxury home design what comes to mind? Large rooms? Ornate details? These certainly convey a sense of luxury but many times luxurious features can be built into your home in subtle ways. We pride ourselves on adding features to our custom homes that may go unrecognized but can make a huge difference in our clients’ daily…

  • Architectural Features to Consider for a Beautiful Nautical Kitchen

    Nautical inspired home design has been a part of traditional New England homes for years. Subtle references to the sea help create a look that is classic while also feeling fresh and new. If you’re hoping to create a nautical inspired kitchen during your home remodeling project consider adding the following: Circular windows Installing a single circular…

  • New England Home Style of the Month: Georgian

    Classic Georgian architecture was prevalent throughout the eastern seaboard of the United States in the mid-1700’s. These homes were known for a classic roof line, traditional proportions, and attention to symmetrical detail. Many traditional Georgian homes featured a brick exterior, an abundance of windows, and decorative elements such as pediments over the windows and elaborate…