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Highlands Infill
Highlands Infill
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Modern Rustic Estate
Modern Rustic Estate
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Adirondack Inspired Basement Remodel
Adirondack Inspired Basement Remodel
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Roswell Speak Easy Basement
Roswell Speak Easy Basement
Haggard Home Cabinetry & DesignHaggard Home Cabinetry & Design
Hillendale
Hillendale
2216 Real Estate Group, LLC2216 Real Estate Group, LLC
Time For a Refresh - A 1980's Home Renovation
Time For a Refresh - A 1980's Home Renovation
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
Polished concrete basement floors with open, painted ceilings and ductwork. Built-in desk for office space. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.
Industrial Urban Loft Basement
Industrial Urban Loft Basement
Distinctive Interior DesignsDistinctive Interior Designs
Dark mahogany stained home interior, NY
Dark mahogany stained home interior, NY
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Dark mahogany stained home interior, NJ Darker stained elements contrasting with the surrounding lighter tones of the space. Combining light and dark tones of materials to bring out the best of the space. Following a transitional style, this interior is designed to be the ideal space to entertain both friends and family. For more about this project visit our website wlkitchenandhome.com
Hotel Inspired Basement Remodel- Ashburn, VA
Hotel Inspired Basement Remodel- Ashburn, VA
Lauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VALauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VA
Chic. Moody. Sexy. These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think about the W Hotel in downtown Bellevue, WA. When my client came to me with this as inspiration for her Basement makeover, I couldn’t wait to get started on the transformation. Everything from the poured concrete floors to mimic Carrera marble, to the remodeled bar area, and the custom designed billiard table to match the custom furnishings is just so luxe! Tourmaline velvet, embossed leather, and lacquered walls adds texture and depth to this multi-functional living space.
Basement entertainment center
Basement entertainment center
Eli Amitay & AssociatesEli Amitay & Associates
Transitional Smart Home in The Preserve
Transitional Smart Home in The Preserve
Thomas Sattler HomesThomas Sattler Homes
Hideout at Home
Hideout at Home
Revival Design CollectiveRevival Design Collective
Bannerman Renovation
Bannerman Renovation
2 Birds Furniture Inc.2 Birds Furniture Inc.
Tuckborough Urban Farmhouse
Tuckborough Urban Farmhouse
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
The lower level of your home will never be an afterthought when you build with our team. ​Our recent Artisan home featured lower level spaces for every family member to enjoy including an athletic court, home gym, video game room, sauna, and walk-in wine display. Cut out the wasted space in your home by incorporating areas that your family will actually use!
Industrial Urban Loft Basement
Industrial Urban Loft Basement
Distinctive Interior DesignsDistinctive Interior Designs
St. Charles Lower Level Finish
St. Charles Lower Level Finish
Liston Design BuildListon Design Build
Better Than A Finished Basement on the North Shore
Better Than A Finished Basement on the North Shore
Annette Jaffe InteriorsAnnette Jaffe Interiors
This 4,500 sq ft basement in Long Island is high on luxe, style, and fun. It has a full gym, golf simulator, arcade room, home theater, bar, full bath, storage, and an entry mud area. The palette is tight with a wood tile pattern to define areas and keep the space integrated. We used an open floor plan but still kept each space defined. The golf simulator ceiling is deep blue to simulate the night sky. It works with the room/doors that are integrated into the paneling — on shiplap and blue. We also added lights on the shuffleboard and integrated inset gym mirrors into the shiplap. We integrated ductwork and HVAC into the columns and ceiling, a brass foot rail at the bar, and pop-up chargers and a USB in the theater and the bar. The center arm of the theater seats can be raised for cuddling. LED lights have been added to the stone at the threshold of the arcade, and the games in the arcade are turned on with a light switch. --- Project designed by Long Island interior design studio Annette Jaffe Interiors. They serve Long Island including the Hamptons, as well as NYC, the tri-state area, and Boca Raton, FL. For more about Annette Jaffe Interiors, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/basement-entertainment-renovation-long-island/
Built-In Basement Lounge
Built-In Basement Lounge
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
A brownstone cellar revitalized with custom built ins throughout for tv lounging, plenty of play space, and a fitness center.
Basement Project - White Columns - Alpharetta
Basement Project - White Columns - Alpharetta
BCM London Inc.BCM London Inc.

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.
Basement Suite in Ruxton
Basement Suite in Ruxton
Bearded Builders, BaltimoreBearded Builders, Baltimore
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