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  • Why Radiant Heating is a Home Luxury You Shouldn’t Do Without

    Many Connecticut homeowners have discovered the benefits of installing radiant heating systems in their homes. Radiant heating systems integrate a series of pipes or wires beneath the floor that create a warm, comfortable home environment. Imagine stepping out of bed on a cold Connecticut morning and being greeted by a subtle warmth emanating from the floor. Sounds fantastic, doesn’t it?

    Radiant heating has a variety of benefits, including:

      • Efficiency A radiant heating system delivers heat directly to where you need it. It is far more efficient than forced air systems and HVAC designs that primarily utilize ductwork because it eliminates wasted hot air.

      • Consistency The heat generated by radiant flooring is considered “everywhere” heat because it warms a house consistently and avoids intermittent blasting of heat. This provides greater home comfort regardless of the weather.


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        • Cost-effective A radiant heating system’s excellent conductivity makes it highly cost effective. Many homeowners have experienced reduced home heating costs after installing a radiant heating system.

    If you are interested in learning more about how to winterize a home in Connecticut contact our team at Country Club Homes. We are committed to designing custom homes that meet all of our clients’ needs.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Higher Light: Interior Transom Windows

    Transom windows are a lovely historical detail with an interesting history of practical purpose. Before the advent of air conditioning, transom windows were an innovative design feature that allowed for cross ventilation between rooms. Typically, transom windows could be opened and closed using a long metal rod. There were also styles that opened on a…

  • Chic Simplicity: A Black and White Bathroom

    The black and white bathroom is a design classic that always feels fresh. The simplicity of black and white allows for endless experimentation with color and texture to make your space feel distinct and memorable. The walls in a black and white bathroom are an interesting place to explore the use of patterned wallpaper, particularly…

  • Hot Ideas for the Hearth: Custom Fireplace Designs

    As autumn settles in, the age-old custom of gathering around a glowing fire becomes ever more appealing. The fireplace in your home can be a conversational centerpiece with the right application of design skill and imagination. Your fireplace should reflect the overall look and feel of your home, whether traditional, modern, or somewhere in between….

  • Empty-Nesters Purchase Cottage with Downsizing In Mind

    Interested in downsizing? A soon-to-be empty nester couple fell in love with this delightful cottage and purchased the home with downsizing in mind. As the renovation project started, it turned into a labor of love for the couple as they envisioned it as their beach-style retirement home. The small corner lot on Belle Island in the Rowayton section…