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Modern Chateau
Modern Chateau
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Tile for a New Log Cabin Home
Tile for a New Log Cabin Home
ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings of CincinnatiProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings of Cincinnati
Design Consultant Jennifer Osborne helped the homeowner find an affordable ceramic tile that complemented the wood flooring, paneling and cabinetry throughout this new log cabin home. ProSource Wholesale Floor Coverings of Cincinnati
Basement Recreation
Basement Recreation
GREAT FALLS ConstructionGREAT FALLS Construction
Bob Narod Photography
Basement Finishing
Basement Finishing
Sebring Design BuildSebring Design Build
by Rachael Ormond
The Ultimate Man-Cave
The Ultimate Man-Cave
KBF by Audi ContractorsKBF by Audi Contractors
Visit Our State Of The Art Showrooms! New Fairfax Location: 3891 Pickett Road #001 Fairfax, VA 22031 Leesburg Location: 12 Sycolin Rd SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Custom Wood Paneled Wet Bar
Custom Wood Paneled Wet Bar
Driwood Moulding CoDriwood Moulding Co
Tavern style full service bar, complete with carved wood paneling, octagonal columns with custom cut out marble countertops. Back bar is outfitted with ionic rope columns flanking glass shelves in mirrored backsplash niches.
Inviting + Modern Basement
Inviting + Modern Basement
Wiles Design GroupWiles Design Group
Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/inviting-and-modern-basement
North Shore Drive
North Shore Drive
Studio M InteriorsStudio M Interiors
Scott Amundson Photography
Movie Theater Room
Movie Theater Room
Custer Design GroupCuster Design Group
Movie theater room features custom automatic curtain that will raise and lower by remote or wall control to expose a theater-style screen.
Coopersburg Basement
Coopersburg Basement
Lehigh Valley Interior ConstructionLehigh Valley Interior Construction
Wild Ginger bar rail
Wild Ginger bar rail
Ed Saloga Design BuildEd Saloga Design Build
Jon Huelskamp Landmark
Heritage Estates Wine Room and Basement
Heritage Estates Wine Room and Basement
Dream KitchensDream Kitchens
Mont Hartman
Residence Windermere
Residence Windermere
Madison Park HomesMadison Park Homes
The fully finished basement includes a music studio, enclosed by sliding wood barn doors. Photo: Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Clyne Wet Bar
Clyne Wet Bar
Nate's Custom RenovationsNate's Custom Renovations
Custom wet bar with unique copper back splash and sink
Basements
Basements
UserUser
Nick Bonadies, The Professional Remodeler
Glenn
Glenn
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Can you feel the warmth with these reclaimed ship lap walls?
Can you feel the warmth with these reclaimed ship lap walls?
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This setting just makes you want to cozy up with that blanket and a good movie. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
North Buckhead Basement Buildout
North Buckhead Basement Buildout
Leah May Interior Design LLCLeah May Interior Design LLC
A Fun Basement!
A Fun Basement!
Joseph Pastore Custom Carpentry & Remodeling Inc.Joseph Pastore Custom Carpentry & Remodeling Inc.
Finished Basement with Media & Game room
Lower Level Remodel for Family Entertaining
Lower Level Remodel for Family Entertaining
Bartelt. The Remodeling ResourceBartelt. The Remodeling Resource
Bar area with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a game table Photo Credit: Erol Reyal

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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