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  • The Benefits of a New Custom Home vs an Existing Home

    When searching for a new home, one of the earliest questions you need to answer is whether you want to buy an existing home or build a custom home.  Both have their benefits, but in many cases the benefits of custom building outweigh those of buying an existing home.

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    When you search for existing homes, it’s highly unusual to find one that meets all of your needs and wants.  Many times you’re forced to compromise on the floor plan, or features like appliances and countertop materials. Also, you may need to repaint and replace things you don’t like.  Depending upon the age and history of the home, you may need to do renovations and repairs. A lot of the materials, fixtures and appliances may no longer be under warranty.

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    Custom building your home allows you to make decisions on everything from floor plan to wall color.  You can pick out your cabinetry, your flooring and your appliances.  You can plan things like the number of outlets in a room or where to set up your wireless and other tech gear so that you can get the most use out of a room.  Even small details like which direction doors open are features you can make decisions about. Newly-built homes require less maintenance than existing homes.

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    For more information about our custom design and home building services, please contact Country Club Homes Inc. by telephone at 203-762-0550 or visit the Country Club Homes, Inc. website.

  • At Your Service: Ideas for the Perfect Butler’s Pantry 

    A butler’s pantry, originally used to plate meals and store silver, is a tradition from the 1800s that has enjoyed a revival in recent years. Usually positioned between the kitchen and dining room, a butler’s pantry is a wonderful custom element for people who love to entertain at home. While butler’s pantries from the 19th…

  • 2016 Trend: Cutting-Edge Home Automation System

    Do you have a cutting-edge home automation system in your home? Smart homes used to be thought of as something of a frill to many. Today, these electronic systems enhance the way we live in a simple yet revolutionary way bringing elegance, simplicity, convenience, flexibility, security and sensibility to our lives. A strategically and well-planned…

  • Escape the Elements: Cold Climate Home Design Ideas

    Another New England winter is upon us and while we may pride ourselves on our hardy natures, it’s still smart to do whatever we can to design our homes with ample comfort and protection from the elements. Here are a few home design ideas to make your home a safe and sturdy haven during the winter…

  • Design Pros Call it – Hottest Appliance: Convection Steam Ovens

    Sub-Zero and Wolf revealed the results of their 2016 Kitchen Design Forecast at “Design Pros Call It.” Below are key findings from their poll: Open floor plans are still in demand. Formal dining rooms are a thing of the past. White is still the most popular color in the kitchen while new neutrals and accent…