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  • You Can Expect More From Your Deck Design

    During the last two decades the residential deck has undergone an amazing transformation. What used to be a simple wooden structure has become an extension of a home’s living spaces, featuring elements such as outdoor kitchens, tiered levels, and exquisite decorating. At Country Club Homes we understand the evolving influence of deck design and always begin the construction process with a focus on the:

    Contemporary Patio by Other Metro Architects & Building Designers True North Architects via Houzz
      • Purpose- It’s important to identify the specific purpose of the deck before you begin designing. Determine what it will primarily be used for, the overall size you require, and how the deck can meet your family’s needs.
      • Available space- Take inventory of the space available in your backyard before determining the size of the deck. Work with the landscape by adding steps for accessibility and tiers to accommodate for sloping in the yard.
    Traditional Porch by Seattle General Contractors Logan’s Hammer Building & Renovation via Hpuzz
    • Connection to the indoors- You want your deck to complement your home’s interior design as well. Choose materials, colors, and design elements to create a space that is an extension of the home’s interior.

    At Country Club Homes we are constantly striving to learn more about creating a beautiful home exterior. Visit us online to learn more about our work.

  • 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…