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Luxury Basement Ideas and Designs

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Midcentury Basement
Midcentury Basement
Scott's Lake House
Scott's Lake House
Bassett Furniture Design StudioBassett Furniture Design Studio
Interior designer Scott Dean's home on Sun Valley Lake
Basement - Pool and Bar
Basement - Pool and Bar
JMC Home RemodelingJMC Home Remodeling
JMC Home Remodeling
Modern - River Valley Residence
Modern - River Valley Residence
E3 Architecture IncE3 Architecture Inc
Modern Chateau
Modern Chateau
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Basement Finishing
Basement Finishing
Sebring Design BuildSebring Design Build
by Rachael Ormond
Sports Fan Dream Basement in Northern Virginia
Sports Fan Dream Basement in Northern Virginia
Metro Building and Remodeling Group LLCMetro Building and Remodeling Group LLC
Photographer: Bob Narod
Basement
Basement
Berriz Design Build GroupBerriz Design Build Group
Michael J Gibbs
Luxury Sports Bar
Luxury Sports Bar
Superior Woodcraft, Inc.Superior Woodcraft, Inc.
Randy Bye
ASC With A Slice of Glam
ASC With A Slice of Glam
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Cottage By the Lake
Cottage By the Lake
Kyle Hunt & Partners, IncorporatedKyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated
Architect: Sharratt Design & Company, Photography: Jim Kruger, LandMark Photography, Landscape & Retaining Walls: Yardscapes, Inc.
Library & Billiards Room
Library & Billiards Room
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
The basement library has a built-in mahogany desk for working at home, and a 161-gallon saltwater fish tank for idle contemplation. Custom arched entry takes you to the billiards room. Toby Weiss for MBA
Modern Rustic Retreat in Posthill
Modern Rustic Retreat in Posthill
Rocky Point Custom HomesRocky Point Custom Homes
Craft and sewing room
Craft and sewing room
Store with StyleStore with Style
Some very customized features were needed in this quilting-sewing room. Different height counters, dozens of drawers for all the necessary tools needed for both sewing and quilting. Fabric storage and space for display and books all were incorporated into a challenging angled room.
Golf themed basment
Golf themed basment
Legacy Builders GroupLegacy Builders Group
Log Home Family Room and Kitchenette
Log Home Family Room and Kitchenette
Kitty&Company Interior Design llcKitty&Company Interior Design llc
A warm, inviting, and cozy family room and kitchenette. This entire space was remodeled, this is the kitchenette on the lower level looking into the family room. Walls are pine T&G, ceiling has split logs, uba tuba granite counter, stone fireplace with split log mantle jakobskogheim.com
Lower Level Sauna and Shower with Knotty Alder Wainscoting
Lower Level Sauna and Shower with Knotty Alder Wainscoting
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Knotty alder flat panel wainscoting in the lower level frames the entry to the sauna and basement bathroom. Raskin Gorilla vinyl flooring in white oak finish. Photo by Mike Kaskel
Private Zen Retreat
Private Zen Retreat
Charmean Neithart InteriorsCharmean Neithart Interiors
Timber Frame Lake house nestled amongst the pines of Northern Ontario
Timber Frame Lake house nestled amongst the pines of Northern Ontario
Wakely and Company LimitedWakely and Company Limited
The bar is curved to fit perfectly in the space across from the pool table. The bar stools with leather seats are from Sharon O'Dowd antiques in Toronto. The copper rail along the bottom of the bar is a perfect resting place for your feet when standing at the bar. The heavy grain on the reclaimed pine is a perfect compliment to the oak hardwood floor and natural pine ceiling. Photo by Split Second Photography
Basements
Basements
Hurst Design Build RemodelingHurst Design Build Remodeling
James Barron

Luxury 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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