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  • Study Up: The Many Ways a House Can Be Smart

    Home technology trends are always changing. Right now, many of our customers are focusing on making their homes more interactive and technology-driven. These so-called “smart houses” start with just a few simple gadgets. We suggest incorporating a few of your favorites to raise your home’s IQ:

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    • Smart Locks allow you to operate your home’s locks remotely. You can make sure you locked your home, unlock it to let a guest in, and review a ledger of the day’s entries and exits remotely from your smartphone.
    • Smart Lighting lets you automate your lights. You can set them to gradually become brighter to wake you up in the morning, or to dim gently as you fall asleep.
    • Smart TVs don’t need remote controls. You just control them with your smartphone. Access all of your games, apps, channels and movies from the couch.
    • Smart Dishwashers feature flat-screen displays to indicate which stage of the cycle is going on, and touch screen to program your washes.
    • Smart Refrigerators don’t just keep food cold. The touch screens let you check the weather, look for recipes, and more.


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    Contact Country Club Homes to start making your luxury home even smarter with our custom renovations. Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Is an Attic Bedroom Right For Your Home?

    Many homeowners, in the quest to find more room for their family, turn to the otherwise ignored attic. It’s not a bad idea as the space is already available, can be insulated easily and makes for a private yet accessible bedroom. Here are a few things to know when considering an attic bedroom renovation. Source: Country Club…

  • Save Money on Your Heating and Cooling with Emme

    There are many factors that go into building an energy-efficient home, and one of the most important decisions is the choice of heating and cooling equipment. Programmable thermostats, controllable ducts and other innovations have revolutionized climate control.  In particular, the use of zone-controlled systems, like those manufactured by Emme, can save you up to 40% on…

  • Stay Warm and Cozy This Winter with Heated Floors

    Heated floors are such a fabulous addition to any home, especially now that winter is fast approaching. The two most popular methods of installation are electric radiant heat and hydronic heat. Here are some ways to distinguish between these two methods: Electric Radiant Heat This is a less expensive and easier to install version, in…

  • Highlight Your Mantel with Beautiful Holiday Decor

    Fireplace mantels are so versatile. They can easily become a room’s focal point or quietly blend into the surrounding environment. And now that our thoughts have turned to holiday decorating ideas, why not let your fireplace mantel take center stage? A gorgeous mantle constructed from a rough hewn log looks fabulous when topped with natural decorating elements. Arrange white…