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  • Open the Door to These New Trends

    When you’re planning your custom home there are a lot of decisions that must be made to ensure the design is cohesive and aligns with your personal style. For many homeowners the selection of both interior and exterior doors seems simple. But in reality, you can significantly enhance the look of your home with unique and innovative doors.

    Today’s hottest trends for doors include:

    Transitional Dining Room by Cambridge Architects & Building Designers LDa Architecture & Interiors via Houzz
    • Flexible doors- Doors with panels that slide behind one another or accordion style doors give you the flexibility to open up spaces to your exacting preferences. You can collapse the door entirely to essentially eliminate the entryway or you can move it just enough to reveal a standard opening.
    • Barn doors- Attached to sliders on both the ceiling and floors, barn doors elevate both form and function in a home. Consider adding visual interest by painting the door a bold focal color.
    Eclectic Living Room by London Real Estate Agents Domus Nova via Houzz
    • Vintage doors- Salvaged or vintage doors are excellent additions to eclectic home decor. Search for doors that remain in good condition and will add an element of surprise.

    Our team at Country Club Homes is committed to staying up to date on custom home design ideas and trends. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us atwww.countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more.

  • Construction Prices Continue to Rise as the Demand for New Construction Expands

    While the real estate market is still somewhat mired in a recession, there are definite signs of life. Over the last 22 months, housing builds have slowly crept upward every month. This means that the materials and, more importantly, the skilled labor needed to build these homes has become increasingly less available. As with any…

  • Follow These Tips for Choosing the Right Light Bulbs for Your Home

    You have several light bulb options for your home. Home lighting can be highly customizable, and the perfect bulbs can help you save money over time. But choosing the right light bulbs can be a challenge. Do you know your options? Here are your choices: Incandescent: The standard in American homes for over 100 years. They…

  • Add a Bedroom Walkout to Your Master Suite

    While having a fabulous master bedroom can be luxurious all by itself, adding its own access to an outdoor retreat can enhance the space. We think that adding a doorway leading out to a private, fantastic view can add value and personality to a home. Having an escape directly connecting to the bedroom is unexpected…

  • Choose the Right Fireplace Material to Make a Statement in Your Home

    A fireplace is a must in most New England homes. It provides warmth in the winter, serves as a design focal point and can anchor a room. Choosing the right material for the fireplace in your home is essential to ensure it matches both the home’s architecture and your personal design style. There are many…