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  • Relax in a Freestanding Soaking Tub

    Connecticut homeowners who are planning a bathroom remodel should consider installing a freestanding tub. Freestanding tubs are one of the bathroom design trends that can set the theme and focal point of the room. The style of the tub can create a vintage, contemporary or traditional look depending upon the style of tub chosen, and and can complement the rest of your home’s decor.

    Source: Country Club Homes
    Source: Country Club Homes

    A freestanding tub can offer more floor space in the bathroom than a built-in tub and deck. You can show off your bathroom floor with a freestanding or a claw-foot tub that elevates the bottom of the tub off of the floor.

    The placement and type of tub you choose can create a unique focal point that stands out from other bathrooms. For example, elevating the tub on a platform near a window will create drama and draw a visitor’s focus to that area. A tub that has colored or mirrored sides can be used to tie the wall color into the rest of the decor, to exaggerate the space by blending in with the floor, or to add vintage style and nostaglia to the space.

    Source: Country Club Homes
    Source: Country Club Homes

    Freestanding tubs can be highlighted with a variety of accessories. Installing a chandelier over the tub, for example, will create a decadent, elegant atmosphere; placing a plant on a stand near the tub introduces natural elements that aren’t often seen in a bathroom. For a more traditional and utilitarian look, a well-placed bench or a basket of towels, books or toiletries gives bathers a convenient way to find what they need without leaving the tub.

    For more information about our custom designs and home building services, please contact Country Club Homes Inc by phone at 203-762-0550, or visit our website 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…