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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.

  • Plan Out a Laundry Room You’ll Want to Use

    Even if you hate doing the laundry you deserve a luxurious laundry room! Gone are the days that the laundry room was an overlooked space or relegated to a small closet. Today’s laundry rooms feature beautiful design elements and creative interpretations of a functional space. When designing your custom laundry room you’ll want to pay particular attention to:…

  • Different Permit Considerations for Green Building

    As you are planning which green home building amenities to include in your new custom home it’s important to note that there may be different permitting requirements. Understanding these permit considerations before you begin keeps construction on track and helps avoid delays caused by improper permitting. Permitting requirements will vary based on the locality in…

  • Add the Luxury of a Bedroom Balcony to Your Home

    There’s an exciting new trend in bedroom design, and it’s one that will help connect you with the outdoors — balconies. Yes, bedroom balconies are becoming increasingly popular, and we love the luxurious, getaway-style element that they add to homes. Keep these examples in mind while exploring ways to add a balcony to your bedroom:…

  • Should You Find the Space for an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

    An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a self-contained additional structure on a property, located either within or adjacent to a traditional house. These structures serve many purposes, including home offices, in-law quarters, or studio spaces. An ADU may be the perfect solution to meet a need of additional space at your home. Before you begin planning…