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  • Opulent Yet Practical Dining Room Ideas

    Your home’s dining room serves a specific goal: feeding people, so don’t let this space be last on your design priority list. A few simple additions can help boost the style and design of the dining room without impacting the room’s overall function.

    When designing your dining room, consider:

    • Letting the light in: Don’t dine in the dark! You can increase the flow of light into the dining room by installing oversized windows, choosing side-by-side chandeliers to hang over the table, or by opting for a series of wall sconces.

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    Contemporary Dining Room by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club Homes via Houzz

      • Focusing on the ceiling: It is easy to overlook the ceiling. Find ways to boost the dining room’s design by installing crown molding, adding a tray ceiling, or even painting the ceiling a contrasting color.

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        Source: Country Club Homes
      • Choosing a statement piece: Many homes benefit from a grand statement piece such as an opulent chandelier or oversized wall mirror. You can also bring your wine collection out of the cellar by installing a walk in wine cooler along the length of one wall.

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    Contemporary Dining Room by Toronto Design-Build Firms Urban Development Inc via Houzz
    Our team of experienced professionals stays up to date on the hottest home design ideas and trends. Contact us at Country Club Homes to learn more about our work.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…