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Vincent Ave I New Construction
Vincent Ave I New Construction
Landmark Building Contractors LLCLandmark Building Contractors LLC
KC Artisan Home Tour with Starr Homes
KC Artisan Home Tour with Starr Homes
Wilson LightingWilson Lighting
Shaker Style Basement Kitchenette with White Cabinets with Shiplap Backsplash
Shaker Style Basement Kitchenette with White Cabinets with Shiplap Backsplash
Karla Perrin, designer for Lowe's Home ImprovementKarla Perrin, designer for Lowe's Home Improvement
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28th Ave S
28th Ave S
Lauren GrothLauren Groth
2018 Parade Home
2018 Parade Home
Building GroupBuilding Group
Modern Farmhouse in Minnetonka
Modern Farmhouse in Minnetonka
Destiny HomesDestiny Homes
Basement Family Room
Basement Family Room
Sharp and Grey InteriorsSharp and Grey Interiors
Libby Rawes
Project 3288-1 St. Anthony Minneapolis Mid-Century Modern Basement Remodel
Project 3288-1 St. Anthony Minneapolis Mid-Century Modern Basement Remodel
Castle Building & RemodelingCastle Building & Remodeling
Built in 1951, this sprawling ranch style home has plenty of room for a large family, but the basement was vintage 50’s, with dark wood paneling and poor lighting. One redeeming feature was a curved bar, with multi-colored glass block lighting in the foot rest, wood paneling surround, and a red-orange laminate top. If one thing was to be saved, this was it. Castle designed an open family, media & game room with a dining area near the vintage bar and an additional bedroom. Mid-century modern cabinetry was custom made to provide an open partition between the family and game rooms, as well as needed storage and display for family photos and mementos. The enclosed, dark stairwell was opened to the new family space and a custom steel & cable railing system was installed. Lots of new lighting brings a bright, welcoming feel to the space. Now, the entire family can share and enjoy a part of the house that was previously uninviting and underused. Come see this remodel during the 2018 Castle Home Tour, September 29-30, 2018!
Northville - Finished Basement
Northville - Finished Basement
Emery Design | BuildEmery Design | Build
Phoenix Photographic
Basic Basement Turned Entertainers Dream
Basic Basement Turned Entertainers Dream
Grace Thomas DesignsGrace Thomas Designs
Englishpub Thin Brick Basement
Englishpub Thin Brick Basement
General ShaleGeneral Shale
Brick masonry basement accent wall design featuring "Englishpub" thin brick with an over grout mortar technique.
Bathroom & Basement Makeover
Bathroom & Basement Makeover
Confluence DesignConfluence Design
Barb Kelsall
Mitchell's Full Basement
Mitchell's Full Basement
Northwest RemodelingNorthwest Remodeling
Cedar Hills project
Cedar Hills project
CAS Construction and Renovations, LLCCAS Construction and Renovations, LLC
Elmhurst Entertainment Space with Hidden Storage
Elmhurst Entertainment Space with Hidden Storage
Function Basement DesignFunction Basement Design
Function Basement Design
Hospitals of Regina Foundation - Spring Lottery Home 2018
Hospitals of Regina Foundation - Spring Lottery Home 2018
Floors By Design LtdFloors By Design Ltd
Photo: Payton Ramstead
Herrhangsvägen
Herrhangsvägen
UserUser
Holloway Basement Conversion
Holloway Basement Conversion
DASHDASH
Our client wanted to get more out of the living space on the ground floor so we created a basement with a new master bedroom and bathroom.
Distressed shiplap JNM style
Distressed shiplap JNM style
JNMRustic DesignsJNMRustic Designs
Shiplap Wall featuring our Weathered White Brown color option in the 5" size also available in 8" wide plank. New wood with a special clean weathered finish mimicking an aged wood look.

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.
Reserve at Holmdel
Reserve at Holmdel
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