When you’re planning renovations or new home construction, it’s important to take into account your personal tastes to ensure that the end result is a look you adore. At the same time, you should think outside the box to make your place truly unique.

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If you’re inspired by ultra modern styles, clean lines rule when paired with the right colors and textures. Check out a few tips from the specialists at Tiefenthaler for contemporary interior design that makes a statement.

1. These days, modern homes are taking the environment into account in floor plans and materials. Utilizing sustainable materials like bamboo and cork are eco-friendly, while incorporating an open layout is both economical and energy efficient.

2. A framed home will appeal to your modern sense of style, especially with steel beams that are minimalist and sleek. These structures are constructed with a single beam that acts as a support feature for the exterior walls.

3. Contemporary home design trends that create visual continuity with the landscape are popular right now. A flat home built into a lower elevation yard allows the structure to blend rather than conflict with the scenery.

4. Converting a garage into a living space will bring the ultra modern look, especially if you incorporate exposed brick and architectural elements with an industrial feel.

5. Storage is always a necessity no matter what your style. To get the modern look, install storage features that tuck away and become part of the interior design. Invisible drawers and cabinetry seamlessly blend into the room and offer additional space to stow your belongings.

Would you like more information on ultra modern home design trends and home improvement ideas? Please contact a Tiefenthaler expert to hear about our interior projects and transformations that fall everywhere on the home décor spectrum.

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If you dream of owning a garden that feels more like a room than just another pretty space, you may want to entertain the idea of garden room home design. Garden rooms are wonderful for small parties or just an intimate gathering of two. Imagine being able to enjoy your own private outdoor getaway in your own backyard. Here are some tips to help you create your own garden living space.

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Green Your Walls

Use bamboo, vines, or other trees to create a fence around your space. Creating a sense of privacy that works with nature is paramount when creating a space that inspires serenity.

Use Splashes of Color

Fields of green can become a bit run of the mill after a while. Create interest by planting small wildflowers in a multitude of colors. Make it appear natural by randomly scattering the seeds around and letting the seeds grow where they may.

Serene Waterfalls

The sound of the trickle of water can bring calm to any space. Implement a small fountain that can be used as a space for meditation, getting cozy with a good book, or bird watching.

Now is the time to create a beautiful garden room for your backyard. If you have questions about how you can create a space that is tranquil, lush, and full of color, call the garden room home experts at Tiefenthaler Home Builders.

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There is more to your choice of wall coverings than just adding a fresh coat of paint. Nowadays, homeowners are looking for ways to bring a unique personality to every room in the home, while still maintaining the integrity of the house construction and interior design choices. Read on to learn more about your choices in wall paneling Connecticut homes.

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Geometric Wall Frames

Utilize wood from crown molding to create unique patterns on an accent wall, or across the whole room. Try using a bright color on the wall while using a neutral tone on the molding — or vice versa. The molding can come in different lengths and widths giving you a variety of options for creating a look that is all your own.

Upholstered Walls

If you thought upholstery was for your couch and dining chairs, think again. You can create a beautiful upholstered wall frame using your favorite textile patterns.

Contemporary Architectural Design

If you have a rather large wall that can use some scaling down, try mimicking the prominent shapes found across your living space. Are your lamp shades rectangular? Is your furniture in the shape of an oval? Try using rope, wood, or other flexible pieces to create shapes on an accent wall.

Dramatic Curtains

Large windows can be beautiful, however you also want to be sure that you maintain your privacy while also allowing natural light in the room. Try draping your windows from the ceiling to the floor for a dramatic effect. Play around with textures and colors during different seasons. Perhaps use heavier fabric on the outermost edges of the windows and lighter fabric across the windows.

Your choices for beautiful and unique wall coverings are more numerous than you can imagine. Contact us for more ideas for wall paneling your Connecticut home.

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With more households caring for elderly relatives and kids residing with their parents later in life, many home design trend ideas are leaning toward living arrangements for the multi-generational family. The experts at Tiefenthaler have been at the forefront around Fairfield County in designing and building homes that provide comfort and privacy for everyone in the household.

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1. When you have multiple generations living under the same roof, it’s important that you provide privacy for your home within a home. At minimum, ensure that you have separate bathrooms, even if you don’t have room in your house or budget to install a second kitchen. The space should also have a sitting area or parlor if this member of your household wants to entertain in their own space.

2. Depending on the independence of your home’s residents, you might want to consider incorporating a second entrance to your multi-generational home. Allowing your guests to come and go as they please reinforces that the quarters are separate from the main house, even through they share the main facilities. It’s also smart to install a different access point to your patio or other outdoor living space.

3. Of course, a multi-generational floor plan should enable the residents to move freely between the separate quarters without having to go outdoors. If you’re considering this layout, ensure that you incorporate a shared-access door between the two areas of the home. The door should have a lock to provide privacy for the person living in the space.

If you’d like to hear more home design trend ideas for the multi-generational family, please give us a call at Tiefenthaler. Our specialists can provide assistance on convenient floor plans for new construction, or give advice on renovating your existing structure in order to accommodate your entire family.

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