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Affordable Midcentury Basement Ideas and Designs

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Ranch 36 - Scandinavian Style Mid-Century Modern Home in Ulster County, NY
Ranch 36 - Scandinavian Style Mid-Century Modern Home in Ulster County, NY
Charles Petersheim, BuilderCharles Petersheim, Builder
Fantastic Mid-Century Modern Ranch Home in the Catskills - Kerhonkson, Ulster County, NY. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2400 square feet on 6+ acres. Black siding, modern, open-plan interior, high contrast kitchen and bathrooms. Completely finished basement - walkout with extra bath and bedroom.
Small Spaces
Small Spaces
Thrive Home FurnishingsThrive Home Furnishings
All furniture and accessories pictured are available at Thrive or at our Design Center and Showroom. www.thrivefurniture.com
Lounge and Record Room
Lounge and Record Room
Evergreen Interior DesignsEvergreen Interior Designs
The ultimate music inspired hangout and lounge space.
Finished Basement in St. Paul
Finished Basement in St. Paul
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingPinnacle Design & Remodeling
We love finishing basements and this one was no exception. Creating a new family friendly space from dark and dingy is always so rewarding. Tschida Construction facilitated the construction end and we made sure even though it was a small space, we had some big style. The slat stairwell feature males the space feel more open and spacious and the artisan tile in a basketweave pattern elevates the space. Installing luxury vinyl plank on the floor in a warm brown undertone and light wall color also makes the space feel less basement and more open and airy.
Laurier Mid Century Modern
Laurier Mid Century Modern
Boald Construction Management Ltd.Boald Construction Management Ltd.
Robbinsdale Whole House Remodel
Robbinsdale Whole House Remodel
Castle Building & RemodelingCastle Building & Remodeling
Castle converted a toilet and shower stall in the basement to a 1/2 bath.
LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING
LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Hall leading to stack rows for book collection
Ridgevalley
Ridgevalley
Jason Todd Bailey, LLC.Jason Todd Bailey, LLC.
This home was built in 1960 and retains all of its original interiors. This photograph shows the formal dining room. The pieces you see are a mix of vintage and new. The original ivory terrazzo flooring and the solid walnut swing door, including the integral brass push plate, was restored. photographs by rafterman.com
Bringing Back The Love
Bringing Back The Love
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
A basement remodel in a 1970's home is made simpler by keeping the ceiling open for easy access to mechanicals. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
exactly.exactly.
Parian Ridge
Parian Ridge
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
Sigler-Fitzpatrick
Sigler-Fitzpatrick
Therese DuBravacTherese DuBravac
Cast-Away no More-Retro Inspired Basement Rec Room
Cast-Away no More-Retro Inspired Basement Rec Room
Deb Bayless - Design for KeepsDeb Bayless - Design for Keeps
Kitchen Design by Deb Bayless, CKD, CBD, Design For Keeps, Napa, CA; photos by Carlos Vergara
Modern Redding Revival
Modern Redding Revival
APK Designs LLCAPK Designs LLC
Denver Area Mid-Century Modern Basement Remodel
Denver Area Mid-Century Modern Basement Remodel
Julia Zettler DesignJulia Zettler Design
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
exactly.exactly.
Denver Custom Home
Denver Custom Home
Digital Media Innovations LLCDigital Media Innovations LLC
Game room with automated lighting and fireplace
Lovely Upgrades | Lake Oswego Home Remodel
Lovely Upgrades | Lake Oswego Home Remodel
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
Lions Floor luxury vinyl plank flooring was used in the basement to complement the rest of the flooring in the home.
Bringing Back The Love
Bringing Back The Love
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
A basement remodel in a 1970's home is made simpler by keeping the ceiling open for easy access to mechanicals. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.
El Arroyo - retro basement
El Arroyo - retro basement
Melinamade - Residential Design + InteriorsMelinamade - Residential Design + Interiors
With a lower 7'-6" ceiling height in this vintage art deco decorated basement bedrooom and en-suite bathroom, we tried to trick the eye for a higher ceiling height feel by painting the the ceiling a lighter shade of white than the white wall color, although they look the same for the most part.

Affordable Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

What type of home is suitable for a midcentury basement conversion?

A midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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