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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.

  • When to Put Vaulted Ceilings in Your Home Design

    Vaulted ceilings are a beautiful addition to a home. They help create an airy space that can make a home seem bigger than it actually is. If you’re considering adding a vaulted ceiling to your home renovation project consider the many benefits including: Exposing Rafters A vaulted ceiling provides the opportunity to put your rafters on…

  • Meet Drywall’s New Contender: Foreverboard

    Drywall has been a standard building construction material for years. It is installed easily and provides a consistent surface throughout homes on ceilings and walls. However, drywall may have met its match in Foreverboard, a innovative new building material. This new material is revolutionizing the commercial and residential building industry. It can be used in a…

  • Round It Out: Using Curvilinear Architecture in Your Home Design

    Take a quick look at your home’s architecture. Do you see mostly box-like forms and strong, straight lines? Most homes in our country are dominated by straight line architecture even though rounded lines and curvilinear architecture provide visual interest and create interesting spaces. How can curvilinear architecture be used successfully in your home? Outdoor living spaces When you’re…

  • Keeping a Consistent and Well-Constructed Roof Design in Your Home Addition

    A home addition presents a range of challenges to designers and homeowners, such as: “How can we make the design cohesive while creating a beautiful home exterior?” or “How will the new roof line impact the home’s overall design?” Understanding the issues surrounding the addition’s roof is crucial to making sure the building project is a success. Things…