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  • When Stone Can Work in the Kitchen

    At Country Club Homes, we have found that many homeowners shy away from using stone when making custom kitchen remodeling plans. They mention loving the look of stone, but they seem to think it will look to rustic or will be hard to clean. We’re ready to bust these myths once and for all. Stone can work beautifully in a kitchen, as long as you keep a few things in mind.

    Farmhouse Kitchen by Austin Interior Designers & Decorators Bravo Interior Design
    Many people are apprehensive about the weight of stone. It is true that sometimes heavy stone is not the best choice in some kitchens. However, you can get the look and feel of real stone with stone veneers. An advantage of these products is that they often do not need to be sealed, so they look beautiful and are easy to maintain.

    Rustic Kitchen by Columbus Architects & Building Designers Andrew Melaragno

    If you do choose natural stone, using it for the wall behind the stove is customary. Make sure you extend the stone the length of the wall for a finished look. With real stone, you’ll want to have it sealed about once per year so it does not absorb odors and stains.

    Mediterranean Kitchen by La Jolla General Contractors GDC Construction
    Contact Country Club Homes to learn more about the ways we can use stone in traditional style kitchens.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Steps to a Gorgeous Stairway

    A well-designed stairway takes the design of your home to new levels. Besides serving the very practical purpose of navigation, stairways are an architectural centerpiece and an opportunity to be creative on a grand scale.   Your stairway can set the tone for the aesthetic of your entire home so it’s important to determine at…

  • Set the Table for a Better Dining Room

    When the holidays arrive each year the dining room usually gets used more often as we welcome guests into our homes for seasonal celebrations. What makes the dining room inviting, comfortable and memorable?   Because it is typically one of the least used rooms in a home, the dining room can be a place to…

  • Design that Shines: Metallic Elements in Your Home

    The sheen of metallic elements is particularly evocative of warm and welcoming glamour in your home during the autumn months. Metallics present themselves in copper, gold, bronze, silver, brass and rose gold hues, each with its own unique characteristic to add to your decor. When decorating with metallics, it’s essential to choose your hues carefully…

  • The Path Followed: Interesting Walkways

    Trick or treaters will navigate many a walkway this weekend, which prompted us to review what makes an interesting path to a home. There are many options depending on a home’s style, climate, and neighborhood. Here are just a few ideas to consider:   Straight Lines or Curves and Angles: A straight walkway is the…