Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Set the Table for a Better Dining Room

    When the holidays arrive each year the dining room usually gets used more often as we welcome guests into our homes for seasonal celebrations. What makes the dining room inviting, comfortable and memorable?

     

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    Barry Dixon’s Virginia Farmhouse Dining Room

    Because it is typically one of the least used rooms in a home, the dining room can be a place to experiment with dramatic colors and materials. A deep blue or red on the walls, grandly scaled lighting fixtures with metallic or crystal elements, and prominent pieces of art are examples of going bold in the dining room and giving your guests something to talk about!

     

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    Tucker & Marks

    The right lighting is essential to setting the mood in your dining room. You want enough light so that your wonderful food can be properly seen but not so much light that guests feel uncomfortable. Soft, warm lighting is an ideal choice supported by multiple candles to bring a festive glow to the room.

     

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    Country Club Homes, Inc.

    Encourage lingering over wine and conversation by ensuring that the chairs around your dining table are comfortable and that the room design allows enough space for navigating throughout, whether during serving or after dinner mingling.

    At Country Club Homes, we stay in touch with the latest custom home design trends to share exciting new ideas with our clients. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more about our work.

  • Give Kids or Guests a Fun Sleeping Experience With Lofted Beds

    Creating fun and luxurious spaces in your home is just as important as focusing on function. Lofted beds, a hot new home design trend, are an excellent way to provide a fun sleeping experience for children or guests to your home. Building a lofted bed creates a bit of whimsy in your home and encourages…

  • 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!…

  • Incorporate Nautical Charm Into Your New England Home

    Nautical-inspired home design is a hot trend this season, but it has been a staple in New England homes for years. Incorporating nautical elements into your custom home design brings the tranquility and charm of the sea to life. If you love a high-end nautical look, you may want to: Transitional Kitchen by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country…

  • Enjoy the Luxury and Convenience of a Central Vacuum System

    When you’re designing and building your custom home, you’re probably focused on room placement, layout, amenities, and other important decisions that have to be made. Things like vacuums don’t typically cross your mind until after you’ve moved in, but the building stage is an ideal time to boost the luxury and convenience of your home…