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  • Trendy Home Features With Timeless Appeal

    When you’re building a new home, you need to strike a balance between the trendiest features and ones that will still be appealing down the road. Thankfully, some features fall into both of these categories. Consider including the following timeless and trendy elements in your new home.

    • Brick walls. Exposed brick in a kitchen, living room, den, or even a bedroom gives the room undeniable character. You can change the decor of a room around the brick in years to come, but it will always give your home a rustic touch.


    Traditional Kitchen by Rock Hill Cabinets & Cabinetry CCS Woodworks Inc.

    • Using re-purposed materials. Whether you use rescued wooden planks to create exposed wood tresses in your living room, or old wooden palates to build bookshelves in the study, reclaimed, recycled materials will stay trendy for years. The world is just beginning its passion for sustainable building, and the trend will undoubtedly grow.


    Rustic Living Room by Buffalo Architects & Building Designers Murphy & Co. Design

      • Natural stone features. You can’t go wrong with natural stone countertops or floors. Not only are their durable, but their look is timeless and elegant.


    Rustic Hall by Woodside Photographers Bernard Andre Photography

    At Country Club Homes, we are dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest home construction trends. Contact us if you’re thinking of building a new home or upgrading your existing one.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

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    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

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    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…