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  • Solid Style: Ideas for a Stone Fireplace

    A natural in traditional and rustic homes, a stone fireplace is a solid focal point in any style interior, contributing warmth and character to a space. Multiple options for the size and shape of the fireplace, the type of stone used, and the earthy variations of the material make each stone fireplace truly distinct.

     

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    When choosing what type of stone to use for your fireplace, there are both practical and visual considerations. Limestone or slate, too soft for wood-burning, are popular options for gas fireplaces. For a wood-burning fireplace, choices include polished or unpolished granite, marble, soapstone, fieldstone, stacked stone, river rock, and more. There are thousands of variations in design once the stone is selected; a great deal of the appeal of a stone fireplace is inspired by how the stone is cut and arranged and how the shapes relate to each other in the final presentation. More uniformity and symmetry seems to work better in a modern or contemporary environment while the opposite is true for a traditional space. But, as with anything in design, doing the unexpected can often lead to breathtaking results!

     

    Solid Style: Ideas for a Stone Fireplace
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    Making a fireplace the focal point of a home starts with where it is positioned. Extending the stone from the floor to the ceiling, or across an entire wall, makes a memorable visual impression. In homes with open levels, extending the stone up two or three levels is a dramatic statement. Whether a three level masterpiece or a humble centerpiece in a cozy family room, a fireplace is always a welcome addition to a home.

     

    Solid Style: Ideas for a Stone Fireplace - Lake Country Builders - 2-sided fireplace
    Traditional Home Magazine, Lake Country Builders, Photographer: Werner Straube

    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.

     

  • Don’t Pass By Your Passageways

    Open floor plans are still incredibly popular in all styles of home design, but not every part of your home can be completely open.  Especially in traditional style homes, hallways and passageways are a necessary feature.  These utilitarian spaces are rarely the focus of much design thought, but you can create a truly incredible home…

  • Embrace Historic Character in Your New Home With Brick Walls

    Brick has long served as a traditional building material and remains an excellent choice for your home. It adds character, texture, and visual interest to any space whether the brick is distressed, painted, or left in its original state. While it’s typically used on home exteriors, brick interior walls can give a traditional home some…

  • Concrete Counters Can Work Well in a Traditional Home

    Concrete counters, a hot new home design trend, are a great choice for a traditional home. Concrete provides homeowners and designers a wide range of options when choosing materials for a new home. Concrete counters work well in traditional home designs that feature a warm, earthy color palette. The countertops are often tinted to have a…

  • Current Home Buyer Preferences That Work Well With Traditional Style Homes

    Home design and construction professionals pay particular attention to current trends. They need to know and understand current home buyer preferences, the most sought after amenities, and what upgrades homeowners are looking for in new home construction. Traditional Kitchen by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club Homes via Houzz Our design and construction professionals at Country Club…