Some Ideas to Consider …

  • When to Construct Your Home in Stages

    Building a custom house requires careful planning. There are a variety of different ways to build a house and one of the most popular methods is phased construction. Phased construction is a process by which you strategically plan and schedule components of a project. Initially, a smaller project is constructed with plans for future additions as budgeting allows.


    Traditional Exterior by Richmond Architects & Building Designers Beyond Ordinary Boundaries Architecture
    There are several advantages to phased construction:

    • Flexibility: You have the opportunity to make changes for future phases depending on the current work and potential budget changes.
    • Project Duration: Shorter phases of work reduce the duration of the project and create an abbreviated construction schedule.
    • Cost: Phased construction allows you to spread the project cost out over several phases and eases the initial investment.


    Farmhouse Exterior by Philadelphia Architects & Building Designers Wyant Architecture
    However, there are some disadvantages, such as:

    • Complexity: Phased construction projects are inherently more complex because they require a systemic approach and additional plans.
    • Living Among the Construction: Many homeowners choose phased construction because they can live in a portion of the house not under construction. But, this can be noisy and  a bit stressful.

    Country Club Homes is your trusted resources for custom homes in Fairfield County. Contact us today to learn more about building a new house.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Illuminate Your Living Room with These Tips

    Short days in winter mean that natural sunlight is at a premium during the cold season. However, you can combat the darkness by finding creative and beautiful ways to illuminate your living room. Consider enhancing the lighting in your living room by adding: Ambient lighting. Chandeliers, overhead lighting, and wall fixtures can provide a soft ambient…

  • Consider Using Mechanical Ventilation for Cleaner Air in Your Home

    Mechanical ventilation offers homeowners technology that provides high quality indoor air, increases energy efficiency, decreases airborne pollutants, and reduces the likelihood of respiratory problems. A residential mechanical ventilation system will also extract stale air, recover heat using a heat exchange core, and transfer this recovered heat to the fresh incoming air. Homeowners often have a lot…

  • Things to Consider Before Removing a Wall in Your Home

    When you undertake a home renovation project you may discover that the home’s layout needs to be altered to meet your design goals. Removing a wall in your home may open up the layout and allow for more space but should be done carefully to avoid extensive damage. Removing a wall should involve careful consideration, including: Your…

  • Choose the Perfect Flooring for Your Custom Home

    The floor of any room in a house serves as the baseline for any décor, and choosing the right type of floor is essential for creating the look that you want. Here are a few tips to get you started on this important task: Wood Floors Add Charm – Wood floors run the gamut from rustic…