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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
    M. Barnes & Co. Interior Design, Athens Farmhouse via houzz.com
     

    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.

     

  • Preparing Your Fairfield County Home for a Storm

    We’ve seen some wild weather in the Northeast this winter and now is the time to ensure that your home is prepared for the next storm. After all, they just seem to sneak up on us! And let’s not forget that hurricane season is on the horizon. Many of these preparations are simple but can…

  • Traditional Design Ideas for Your Fairfield County Home

    Traditional home design is what we love here at Country Club Homes. As a result, we like to share what that means with people who are also in love with the subtle flair of a traditional space. If you’ve never been a fan of traditional design for the home, keep reading! Although it is often…

  • Why Opt for a Green Home in Fairfield County?

    Over the past few years, you may have heard the phrase “green home” being used more and more. But this isn’t in reference to nature’s most well-known color. A green home is one that’s designed to be sustainable and environmental friendly. These home tend to have features that focus on saving water, energy and building materials…

  • Free Standing Tubs Make for a Elegant Spa Bathroom Design

    People have long associated the amazing look of a sleek, vintage-style claw foot bathtub with luxury. Freestanding tubs like these make for a classic, open bathroom design that feels much like a spa. A freestanding tub may cause some homeowners to balk. Most people are used to built-in tubs that are affixed to the wall….