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  • Solid Wood Windows Popular in High End Connecticut Homes

    Are you building a custom new home or beginning a remodeling project that includes new wood windows? Today’s wood windoCountry Club Homes Fairfield County Connecticut luxury home builder clad wood windowsws used in window replacement and new construction have high energy efficiency; the traditional look of wood windows on the interior and exterior; and a true divided lite fitting the character of a New England style Connecticut home.

    Energy Efficiency.
    Wood window energy ratings have improved with window assemblies that are much more efficient, minimizing heat and cold energy transmission through the glass layers. Connecticut homeowners significantly improve on energy savings when they replace existing single pane  or old and poorly insulated windows.

    Interior and Exterior Wood Finish.
    Wood windows give you the traditional look and feel of wood windows on the inside of the window and  on the outside.  Wood windows remain popular throughout Connecticut in custom luxury home construction and renovation. Country Club Homes Fairfield County Connecticut luxury home builder clad wood windows 2New window products and technologies are being developed such as crank out opening controls that can be set at 4” minimums, retractable screens, and low profile window styles. A reputable Connecticut company since 1955, Country Club Homes offers custom luxury home construction and renovation in Wilton, New Canaan and Fairfield County, Connecticut communities.

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  • Higher Light: Interior Transom Windows

    Transom windows are a lovely historical detail with an interesting history of practical purpose. Before the advent of air conditioning, transom windows were an innovative design feature that allowed for cross ventilation between rooms. Typically, transom windows could be opened and closed using a long metal rod. There were also styles that opened on a…

  • Chic Simplicity: A Black and White Bathroom

    The black and white bathroom is a design classic that always feels fresh. The simplicity of black and white allows for endless experimentation with color and texture to make your space feel distinct and memorable. The walls in a black and white bathroom are an interesting place to explore the use of patterned wallpaper, particularly…

  • Hot Ideas for the Hearth: Custom Fireplace Designs

    As autumn settles in, the age-old custom of gathering around a glowing fire becomes ever more appealing. The fireplace in your home can be a conversational centerpiece with the right application of design skill and imagination. Your fireplace should reflect the overall look and feel of your home, whether traditional, modern, or somewhere in between….

  • Empty-Nesters Purchase Cottage with Downsizing In Mind

    Interested in downsizing? A soon-to-be empty nester couple fell in love with this delightful cottage and purchased the home with downsizing in mind. As the renovation project started, it turned into a labor of love for the couple as they envisioned it as their beach-style retirement home. The small corner lot on Belle Island in the Rowayton section…