Country Classics Blog

Have you considered modifying the floor plan of your new home to include an in-law suite? As more people opt to age in place, it’s becoming commonplace for several generations to share one home. Adding a guest or in-law suite when you build your new...

Among the many awards displayed in our office is one that’s particularly meaningful to the entire New Jersey home building team. The Safe+Sound Somerset Humanitarian Award, presented to Country Classics’ owners Scott and Todd Van Cleef during a...

Choosing a homesite is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when building a new home in Central New Jersey. If you don’t choose well, you may regret your choice for years to come. Fortunately, you can avoid buyer’s remorse when selecting...

Prices of new homes vary drastically from one area of the country to another, but also from one new home community to other. Many factors go into determining pricing for new construction in New Jersey. Here are just a few things builders consider...

Would you like to create a Thanksgiving tablescape as impressive as the ones pictured in your favorite magazine or website? Dressing up your table for the holidays sets the tone for your feast and helps your guests get in the holiday spirit. These...

When you think about the most enjoyable experiences in your life, moving probably isn’t among them. There’s no doubt that moving can be stressful, particularly if it’s been years since you last packed up your belongings. The tasks you need to...

Guests often find themselves relegated to the foldout couch in a home office or crammed in bunk beds in the kids' room. Not surprisingly, it’s hard to get a good night’s rest if the sleeping conditions are less than optimal. When you create a...

In just over a hundred years, bathrooms have gone from no-frills “necessary” rooms to well-designed spaces that incorporate upscale finishes, ample storage and high-end showers and bathtubs. Even the most basic bathroom can be transformed in a...

Deciding how to decorate your home is one of the most enjoyable aspects of buying a new home and also one of the most daunting. Thanks to an abundance of color, fabric, lighting and furnishing choices, it’s not always easy to make decorating...

When new homeowners add personal touches to their new homes, they often overlook one important area – the walk-in closet. Today’s walk-in closets aren’t afterthoughts, but stylish rooms that just happen to hold your clothing. These six closet types...