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  • A Tisket, A Tasket, A Basket Idea for Lighting

    Easter arrives this weekend along with celebrations at home with family and friends. While you’re entertaining, imagine how new lighting ideas could add bright style to your space. Easter weekend seems like the perfect time to take a look at the basket pendants we’ve seen return as a trend this year.

    Basket pendants built from repurposed fishing traps, or built to look as if they do, add interesting character and texture to a room. We’ve seen these in colors from natural to white or black.

    A Basket Idea for Lighting
    myhomeideas, A This Old House Property – Antoine Bootz Photography

    Wire basket pendant lights, especially those with an exposed bulb, contribute an industrial mood to a room. Metal baskets in a more abstract form built from layers of copper, rubbed bronze, or brushed chrome make a modern artistic statement.

    A Basket Idea for Lighting
    Green Couch Interior Design

    Whichever material they are built from, basket lights are appealing because of the way they distribute light with flattering and unexpected illumination. They’re also timeless and versatile, suitable for just about any décor.

     

    Basket pendant lighting
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    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.

     

  • Enjoy the Quiet and Comfort of Upholstered Walls in Your Custom Home

    Upholstered walls can add beauty, visual interest, and quiet to any room. Although they may seem extravagant they are a great way to set your home’s design apart. Upholstered walls will work in any room, are incredibly versatile in their design, and provide a touch of luxury. Traditional Kids by Newport Beach Interior Designers &…

  • Consider an Efficient Gas Fireplace When Planning Your Dream Home

    The cold Connecticut winter is upon us and many homeowners are already enjoying the beauty and comfort of their home’s fireplace. Although wood burning fireplaces provide exceptional ambiance, they can also be a hassle. A gas fireplace is an excellent way to enjoy the beauty and warmth of a fire without all of the work. A…

  • Turn Your Attic Into a Holiday Storage Dream Space

    Many homeowners face a common challenge of having enough storage space for all of their holiday decorations. The decorations look great during the holiday season but then you have to find a place to store them the rest of the year. Transforming your attic space into storage for holiday decorations may be just the solution…

  • The Psychological Reasons We Appreciate Symmetry

    It’s no secret that we’re naturally drawn to a room designed with symmetry in mind. The balance speaks to us and makes the room feel harmonious. But did you know that there are deep psychological reasons our brains are drawn to symmetrical designs? We are drawn to symmetrical designs because they: Feel Natural: Symmetrical designs feel…