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Affordable Basement Ideas and Designs

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Traditional Basement Retreat
Traditional Basement Retreat
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
Semi-custom cabinetry with quartz countertops and undercabinet lighting
Basement Served up Family-Style
Basement Served up Family-Style
Northern Woodworking, Inc.Northern Woodworking, Inc.
Photographer: Jesse Riesmeyer
Basement Recreation
Basement Recreation
GREAT FALLS ConstructionGREAT FALLS Construction
Bob Narod Photography
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.
Basement/Game Room
Basement/Game Room
L Marie Interior DesignL Marie Interior Design
James Maidhof Photography
Basement Finish in Stapleton Colorado
Basement Finish in Stapleton Colorado
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
brothers construction
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
UserUser
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.
Brookwood Basement
Brookwood Basement
McLennan Contracting, Inc.McLennan Contracting, Inc.
Bathroom in basement
Game Room & Home Bar
Game Room & Home Bar
Story BarnsStory Barns
Basement Skatepark
Basement Skatepark
Mike ClarkMike Clark
Basement-Staging and Redesign
Basement-Staging and Redesign
Redesign Right, LLCRedesign Right, LLC
Beautiful pool table in a staged room for resale by Debbie Correale of Redesign Right, LLC.
Shoreview Basement Finish
Shoreview Basement Finish
Abode Design SolutionsAbode Design Solutions
abode Design Solutions 612-578-6466
Basement Remodel | Cross Plains, WI
Basement Remodel | Cross Plains, WI
Frey Construction & Home Improvement, LLCFrey Construction & Home Improvement, LLC
http://www.FreyConstruction.com
Remodeling
Remodeling
UserUser
Sauna
Kapple Project
Kapple Project
Bearded BuildersBearded Builders
Basement with Barn Door Finish
Basement with Barn Door Finish
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Great room with entertainment area, walk-up wet bar, open, wrought iron baluster railing with (1) new, stained and lacquered newel post rail termination; ¾ dual access bathroom with upgraded semi-frameless shower door; bedroom with closet; and unfinished mechanical/storage room;5) 7’ walk-up wet bar with Aristokraft brand ( http://www.aristokraft.com ) maple/cherry/rustic birch, etc. raised or recessed paneled base cabinetry and matching ‘floating’ shelves above with room for owner supplied appliances, granite slab bar countertop (remnant material allowance- http://www.capcotile.com/products/slabs ), with standard height, granite slab backsplash and edge, ‘Kohler’ stainless steel under mount sink and ‘Delta’ brand ( https://www.deltafaucet.com/kitchen/product/9913-AR-DST ) brushed nickel/stainless entertainment faucet; 6) Wall partially removed on one side of stairway wall with new stained and lacquered railing with wrought iron balusters ($10 each material allowance) and (1) new, stained and lacquered, box newel post at railing termination; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction
Colonie Basement
Colonie Basement
Gilchrist RemodelingGilchrist Remodeling
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The homeowners wanted a comfortable family room and entertaining space to highlight their collection of Western art and collectibles from their travels. The large family room is centered around the brick fireplace with simple wood mantel, and has an open and adjacent bar and eating area. The sliding barn doors hide the large storage area, while their small office area also displays their many collectibles. A full bath, utility room, train room, and storage area are just outside of view. Photography by the homeowner.
Hunting Cabin by the Creek
Hunting Cabin by the Creek
Architectural Homes by Anders IncArchitectural Homes by Anders Inc

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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