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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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  • The Studs of Construction: Understanding the Lumber in Your Home

    You’ve encountered the studs of construction before: You measure and mark the walls to hang a piece of artwork. The first nail goes in easy-breezy, the second one nearly jars the teeth out of your head as you pound it in. That’s a stud. Homes in Fairfield County and around the country are usually framed…

  • Adding a Sauna to Your Home is Great for Your Health

    An in-home sauna may seem like an unnecessary luxury, but in reality it can provide significant benefits to your health. A sauna’s heat works to sooth your nerve endings, relieve tension, reduce joint pain, and relax your muscles.  Spending time in a sauna also works to calm your body and relieve it of stress which promotes…

  • Create Cleverly Concealed Work Spaces in Your Home

    Have you discovered that you could benefit from additional workspaces in your home? Using creative built-in storage is an excellent way to create unique spaces designed specifically to meet your family’s needs. Contemporary Family Room by New York Architects & Designers Murdock Solon Architects via Houzz   Considering adding a: Homework center: Does your kids’ homework spill out across…

  • How to Tell if a Wall or Column is Load-Bearing

    Many homeowners seek to open up space in their home during a home renovation project by removing a wall. This can connect spaces and completely transform a home’s layout. Before a wall can be removed it must first be determined whether the wall is load-bearing. This can be determined by: Traditional Staircase by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club…