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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.

  • Create a Master Suite Retreat with Large Closets, Deep Tubs, and Fireplaces

    New home design trends indicate that your master suite is more than a place to sleep and store your clothes. The master suite should be a retreat, a place of solace to unwind from a hectic and stressful day. Consider the following when designing your master suite: Add a cozy sitting area with a fireplace as a place…

  • Artful Ways to Accessorize Your Fairfield County Home

    At Country Club Homes, Inc. we love homes that have built in details to help you accessorize and personalize your home. Here are some of our favorite ideas for home design that gives you a place for your home decor: Mudrooms – Mudrooms are the first place many people will see when entering your home,…

  • Surrounding Your Fairfield County Home with a Pretty Fence

    Beautiful, custom-built fences can add both beauty and value to your property.  Whether you are using fences to keep your pool safe, to keep deer out of your yard or garden, or simply to add a decorative element to your property, there are a few considerations you should keep in mind in the design process.  Here…

  • Relax in a Freestanding Soaking Tub

    Connecticut homeowners who are planning a bathroom remodel should consider installing a freestanding tub. Freestanding tubs are one of the bathroom design trends that can set the theme and focal point of the room. The style of the tub can create a vintage, contemporary or traditional look depending upon the style of tub chosen, and and can…