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  • Tips for Building a Classy, Eco-Friendly Driveway

    Did you know that traditional asphalt or concrete driveways increase the amount of stormwater runoff that ends up in nearby rivers and lakes? As this runoff is carried away, it picks up traces of pollutants, such as pesticides and petroleum. You can help curb this potential pollution of rivers and lakes by installing a green driveway that promotes groundwater recharge.
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    Contemporary Landscape by Pipersville Landscape Architects & Designers Landscape Plus, LLC via Houzz
    There are a variety of options for green driveways, including:

    • Gravel. A gravel driveway is a natural option for an eco-friendly driveway. Gravel is permeable, helps prevent rainwater run off, and is easy to maintain in warmer climates that don’t require much snow removal.
    • Open-cell pavers. A driveway composed of concrete pavers with spaces between them aids in groundwater recharge by providing opportunity for rainwater to seep back into the ground. The spaces also add a little green to the driveway area.
    • Pervious pavers. A pervious paver driveway is installed much like an open-cell driveway. However, instead of open space between pavers the joins are filled with aggregate that aids in groundwater recharge.

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    Farmhouse Exterior by Evanston Landscape Architects & Designers Kettelkamp & Kettelkamp via Houzz
    Country Club Homes offers many green home building solutions and options. Contact us online today to learn how to make your custom home more environmentally friendly.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit our website.

  • Curb Appeal Ideas for a Welcoming Home

    Explore new ways to add curb appeal to your exterior this season and your whole home will feel more welcoming. Carefully designed curb appeal establishes a memorable first impression while adding value and enduring style to your home. As the natural focal point of your home’s entry, the front door should get special attention when…

  • Investment Opportunity: 462 Danbury Road, Wilton, Connecticut

    Property For Sale: 462 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT. Our office building is up for sale. The property located at 462 Danbury Road is a beautiful historic building conveniently situated just off Route 7 in Wilton. This quaint property is set on 2.75 acres and contains 4,348 SF of office space and a 600 SF residential apartment. The property…

  • Pool Houses That Make a Splash

    A pool house is a perfectly practical luxury, ideal for entertaining guests and for keeping the main house clean and dry during pool parties. An outdoor living space with a pool can integrate a pool house in imaginative ways that will enhance your home, pool, landscaping, and natural surroundings. Pool house designs vary dramatically from…

  • Shaker Style in the Home

    If you’re drawn to traditional design, you’re probably familiar with Shaker style, especially in furniture and in the kitchen. One of the most enduring styles in the United States, Shaker style was originally developed by the United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Coming, the “Shakers,” a religious sect whose followers rejected the ostentatious in…