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  • Try These Alternatives for Granite in your New England Home

    Granite has long been a staple for counter-tops in custom kitchen remodeling projects. Granite is beautiful but it may not fit your style. Never fear though, there are a lot of beautiful counter-top materials that would be perfect in your New England home.

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    Traditional Kitchen with Marble Counter-Tops by San Francisco Interior Designers & Decorators Fiorella Design

    Consider installing:

    • Marble: Installing a marble counter-top instantly provides a sense of glamour and classic beauty. Marble stands up to heat well and stays universally cool which is ideal for rolling dough for pastry projects.
    • Polished concrete: If you are hoping for an industrial look in your kitchen remodeling project, consider installing polished concrete. Concrete counter-tops can be tinted, may include inlays, and will stand up well to heavy use over time.
    • Wood: A wood countertop is an excellent choice for a traditional kitchen. Wood brings the feel of a shopworn kitchen that is both beautiful to look at and easy to work in.
    • Caesarstone:  Caesarstone quartz surfaces are a superb combination of nature and technology consisting of 93% natural quartz.  Caesarstone is non-porous, heat resistant up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and scratch resistant.  Since the product is highly stain resistant it does not require sealing.

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    Eclectic Kitchen with Caeserstone Counter-Tops by New York Architects & Designers Josephine Design LLC via Houzz 

    Contact our dedicated professionals at Country Club Homes to learn more about our work and the custom kitchen remodeling projects we have completed for our clients.

  • 5 Important Questions to Ask Before Planning Your Dream Kitchen

    As you begin planning your custom kitchen remodeling project, it’s vital to stop and consider your specific needs. Since no two homeowners are the same no two remodeling projects are the same either. Asking yourself these questions will help you make important remodeling decisions and ensure your new kitchen meets your needs. 1. Who uses the…

  • Looking at Tile and Finish Options for Your Home? Consider These Trends

    The recent 2105 International Builders Show introduced builders to three hot new trends in home design that are perfect for those finishing details on a new home. These three trends were showcased for their innovative design quality and the ability to stand the test of time. Graphic patterns: Bold patterns in flooring stand out against classic design….

  • Spend Spring and Summer in Outdoor Retreats With All the Comforts of Home

    Your home may already have an outdoor living space, but have you ever considered adding a freestanding outdoor retreat? Outdoor retreats are one of the hottest home construction trends and provide all the comforts of home while allowing access to the beautiful outdoors. These retreats are typically positioned away from the house and often feature couches, lounge…

  • Springtime Maintenance Made Easy with TotalCare

    Now that spring is knocking at our doors, you might be thinking that it’s time for some much-needed springtime home maintenance. But you may not have the time. Country Club Homes offers a trouble-free solution to keep your beautiful house in immaculate shape — TotalCare.  TotalCare is a full service home management company that provides basic maintenance, emergency repairs, major…