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Affordable Basement Ideas and Designs

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Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
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Shadyside Executive Sauna
Shadyside Executive Sauna
Warm Timber Saunas & Wine CellarsWarm Timber Saunas & Wine Cellars
Upper bench view of Executive sauna. Wall mounted light provides warm glow through hand made cedar lamp shade.
Colonie Basement
Colonie Basement
Gilchrist RemodelingGilchrist Remodeling
Kapple Project
Kapple Project
Bearded BuildersBearded Builders
Shoreview Basement Finish
Shoreview Basement Finish
Abode Design SolutionsAbode Design Solutions
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Basement Organization System in Westmont, IL
Basement Organization System in Westmont, IL
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of NapervilleTailored Living / Premier Garage of Naperville
Custom built in storage solution for the basement. This beautiful Wild apple unit with upgraded doors allowed for the perfect fit in the basement and perfect match to his other units.
Game Room & Home Bar
Game Room & Home Bar
Story BarnsStory Barns
storage room
storage room
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Edina whole-house remodel
Edina whole-house remodel
Niedfeldt Home RemodelingNiedfeldt Home Remodeling
Exposed beams tie into built-in media wall with black handles.
Castle Rock Basement Finish
Castle Rock Basement Finish
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
brothers construction
Basement Served up Family-Style
Basement Served up Family-Style
Northern Woodworking, Inc.Northern Woodworking, Inc.
Photographer: Jesse Riesmeyer
red sox basement
red sox basement
Patrick J. King General Contracting LLCPatrick J. King General Contracting LLC
English Pub Style Bar Entertaining Space in Haymarket
English Pub Style Bar Entertaining Space in Haymarket
Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.
Our client in Haymarket VA were looking to add a bar and entertaining area in their basement to mimic an English Style pub they had visited in their travels. Our talented designers came up with this design and our experienced carpenters made it a reality.
Wine Closet in Westfield NJ
Wine Closet in Westfield NJ
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Wine Closet and Dry Bar in Basement
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Basement Recreation
Basement Recreation
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West Seattle Remodel
West Seattle Remodel
Tiny Beast DesignTiny Beast Design
Basement Family Room
Traditional Basement Retreat
Traditional Basement Retreat
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
Semi-custom cabinetry with quartz countertops and undercabinet lighting
Marcy Lewis - Havencrest Homes
Marcy Lewis - Havencrest Homes
Havencrest HomesHavencrest Homes
Brick and Stone fireplace in basement of french country home. Open basement with table and family room.
Colorado Basement Finish Blackwood
Colorado Basement Finish Blackwood
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Affordable Basement Ideas and Designs

In an age where space is at a premium, the newest trend in urban home renovation is the basement conversion, allowing a homeowner to increase the square footage of their home without increasing their plot size or reducing the size of their garden. Basement excavations and constructions can provide an extra floor of living space and with modern construction techniques a basement can become a bright, warm and airy heart of your home. An increasing number of us are transforming this previously wasted space into an awe inspiring kitchen or living area, whilst those seeking to create a real luxury addition to their home are opting for basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

What type of home is suitable for a basement conversion?

A basement conversion is particularly suitable for urban homes on small plots and can offer the perfect solution for extending a terraced or semi-detached urban home. Whilst it is typically more costly to convert a basement than to complete a loft conversion or extension, for those that have already completed these renovations or where even more space is required, extending below ground can be the best option. The best candidates are homes with an existing cellar and it is just a case of deepening or expanding the existing space. If you don't have a cellar, a retro-fit basement can be created but a project of this magnitude will require additional time and money.

What room should I turn my basement or cellar into?

The proximity of the basement conversion to the living areas and internal infrastructure of the house make it ideal for additional living, recreational and utility rooms. It can also lend itself well to creating an entirely separate, self-contained annexe or apartment. If you’re just extending your house for some extra space to play with, the basement ideas you could have are the stuff of dreams: home gyms, snooker rooms, wine cellars, home bars and indoor swimming pools are among the most exciting uses.

How should I tackle a cellar or basement conversion?

The best thing to do is contact a professional to assess how feasible it will be to have a basement conversion or excavation in your home. There’s no point looking at lots of basement ideas if it would actually be structurally impossible to install a basement room. You should also check what permissions and consents you will need before beginning a project like this – a basement conversion can be very disruptive for you and neighbours so you need to make sure you are legally allowed to go ahead with the conversion first. Your chosen contractors will then need to underpin foundations for support, completely waterproof the basement and build in the internal walls. Then, all the finishing touches, staircases, flooring and electrics will need to be completed. Remember to consider internal balconies or mezzanines, as well as light wells and perhaps sunken terraces outside of the basement to introduce as much light as possible. Start browsing through the photos on Houzz to get some basement ideas and inspiration. You can start saving your favourite photos to ideabooks and then contact professionals that have worked on projects you like.
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