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Finished Basement Remodel | Naperville, IL
Finished Basement Remodel | Naperville, IL
DJK Custom HomesDJK Custom Homes
Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Bearded BuildersBearded Builders
Finished Basement with Craft Room
Finished Basement with Craft Room
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
A corner of the finished basement craft room uses Showplace base cabinets and a Formica countertop to create a home office workspace. Next to that is a white, sliding barn door that opens to reveal an additional storage closet. Photo by Toby Weiss
2020 Modern Prairie Rambler
2020 Modern Prairie Rambler
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
The staircase to the lower level is flanked by a matte black metal railing. Along with two bedrooms, a jack & jill bath, and a powder room, this lower level is also set up for entertaining. A sunken media lounge, game area, walk-up wet bar, and see-through fireplace lounge, all set the lower level as a perfect atmosphere to host your next movie night or big game. Secret room.
North York Design Project
North York Design Project
Idevoks DesignIdevoks Design
Basement Gym with Fireplace
Basement Gym with Fireplace
FBC RemodelFBC Remodel
©Finished Basement Company
West Hills 24
West Hills 24
Otto/Walker ArchitectsOtto/Walker Architects
Whitworth Home
Whitworth Home
Schultz Builders LLCSchultz Builders LLC
Paramount Online Marketing
Mapleton - Audubon | Stillwater, MN
Mapleton - Audubon | Stillwater, MN
Creative HomesCreative Homes
2 Story with Basement Apartment
2 Story with Basement Apartment
Constructive Design BuildConstructive Design Build
Basement Remodeling Projects
Basement Remodeling Projects
IMPROVE or MOVEIMPROVE or MOVE
West Chester Basement Remodel
West Chester Basement Remodel
McGrath InteriorsMcGrath Interiors
Dow Ridge
Dow Ridge
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Piccadilly Basement
Piccadilly Basement
Xstyles Bath + More, Inc.Xstyles Bath + More, Inc.
BASEMENT - GALLERY
BASEMENT - GALLERY
Next Level RemodelingNext Level Remodeling
Contemporary
Contemporary
Bella BasementsBella Basements
This Project was loads of fun and challenging... the clients allow me to use creative concepts to cosmetically hide obstacles such as heat trunks, jogged foundation walls and steel columns. The large solid maple serving wet bar was hand crafted and lounge fireplace wall where off set with one another. We wanted them to look and feel to be adjoining space yet still define the game table and media space to be its own. Although it was all one large open space, we tied the entire space together by the ceiling work and boxed a steel post to mimic the finishes of the wet bar. Simple concept but meticulously planned and executed!
Finished Basement Family Room and Game Room
Finished Basement Family Room and Game Room
Lasley Brahaney Architecture + ConstructionLasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction
Basement finished to include game room, family room, shiplap wall treatment, sliding barn door and matching beam, new staircase, home gym, locker room and bathroom in addition to wine bar area.
Worthington Basement 19039
Worthington Basement 19039
J.S. Brown & Co.J.S. Brown & Co.
Carolyn Way
Carolyn Way
Vertoch Design ArchitectsVertoch Design Architects
Basement remodel with bedroom space, closet space, living area, Kansas
Basement remodel with bedroom space, closet space, living area, Kansas
Kitchen & Bath Shop - AlexandriaKitchen & Bath Shop - Alexandria
This basement remodeling project in Kansas, is part of a whole house remodel Kitchen and Bath Shop did recently. In this basement, we used quartz countertops, white shaker WellKraft cabinets, and hardwood flooring.

Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

What type of home is suitable for a contemporary basement conversion?

A contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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