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  • One Kitchen, Two Islands: A Unique Idea for Your Fairfield County Home

    The kitchen has always been the heart of the home, and for obvious reasons. This is where we eat, drink and be merry! We probably all have fond memories of being in the kitchen as a child. The aroma of lasagna baking in the oven, or the sweet smell of fresh homemade apple pie – doesn’t it bring back memories?

    So it’s clear that the kitchen is a crucial space within the home. And it should be designed so as to cater to families who love gathering there. One kitchen design trend that’s certain catching on is the installation of not one, but two islands.

    But why would anyone need two islands in the kitchen?

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    It’s quite a beneficial design solution, we assure you. It provides an extra surface for food preparation, or a place for the kids to do their homework. Your guests can also have a seat at the second island without getting in the way of the chef. Two islands are also ideal for the kitchen that requires lots of storage. In short, double islands in the kitchen help to make the space more functional for the busy family.

    If you are considering a kitchen renovation but you aren’t sure if adding an island is the solution you really need, contact us in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Country Club Homes, Inc. can offer some excellent insights and recommendations. You can call us at 203-762-0550, or visit us at our website.

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  • 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…