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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.

  • The Studs of Construction: Understanding the Lumber in Your Home

    You’ve encountered the studs of construction before: You measure and mark the walls to hang a piece of artwork. The first nail goes in easy-breezy, the second one nearly jars the teeth out of your head as you pound it in. That’s a stud. Homes in Fairfield County and around the country are usually framed…

  • Adding a Sauna to Your Home is Great for Your Health

    An in-home sauna may seem like an unnecessary luxury, but in reality it can provide significant benefits to your health. A sauna’s heat works to sooth your nerve endings, relieve tension, reduce joint pain, and relax your muscles.  Spending time in a sauna also works to calm your body and relieve it of stress which promotes…

  • Create Cleverly Concealed Work Spaces in Your Home

    Have you discovered that you could benefit from additional workspaces in your home? Using creative built-in storage is an excellent way to create unique spaces designed specifically to meet your family’s needs. Contemporary Family Room by New York Architects & Designers Murdock Solon Architects via Houzz   Considering adding a: Homework center: Does your kids’ homework spill out across…

  • How to Tell if a Wall or Column is Load-Bearing

    Many homeowners seek to open up space in their home during a home renovation project by removing a wall. This can connect spaces and completely transform a home’s layout. Before a wall can be removed it must first be determined whether the wall is load-bearing. This can be determined by: Traditional Staircase by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club…