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Contemporary Green Basement Ideas and Designs

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On Pointe
On Pointe
lisa limitedlisa limited
Beverly Hills Modern
Beverly Hills Modern
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
A light filled basement complete with a Home Bar and Game Room. Beyond the Pool Table and Ping Pong Table, the floor to ceiling sliding glass doors open onto an outdoor sitting patio.
Robertson Close
Robertson Close
AnonymousAnonymous
A comfortable and contemporary family room that accommodates a family's two active teenagers and their friends as well as intimate adult gatherings. Fireplace flanked by natural grass cloth wallpaper warms the space and invites friends to open the sleek sleeper sofa and spend the night. Stephani Buchman Photography www.stephanibuchmanphotgraphy.com
Ashton Woods Atlanta Basements
Ashton Woods Atlanta Basements
Ashton WoodsAshton Woods
Anyone can have fun in this game room with a pool table, arcade games and even a SLIDE from upstairs! (Designed by Artisan Design Group)
Medford Condo Conversion
Medford Condo Conversion
The Preservation Collaborative, Inc.The Preservation Collaborative, Inc.
Detail of the new windows installed in the basement for bedrooms. All bedroom spaces have egress windows to meet code.
shepherds bush flat
shepherds bush flat
Honeybee Interiors and JoineryHoneybee Interiors and Joinery
We converted this unused room into a living room and then built an ensuite so it can be doubled up as a spare room too. The blue velvet sofa is a sofa bed. Also spruced up the light well so that it tied in with the living space and created a much lovelier view.
Kensington Town House
Kensington Town House
The London Gardener LtdThe London Gardener Ltd
Old Westbury Home Theater and Spa
Old Westbury Home Theater and Spa
Diversified Design Associates Architects, P.C.Diversified Design Associates Architects, P.C.
West Hills 24
West Hills 24
Otto/Walker ArchitectsOtto/Walker Architects
North York Design Project
North York Design Project
Idevoks DesignIdevoks Design
Contemporary Basement
Contemporary Basement
Glencoe Residence
Glencoe Residence
Eiesland BuildersEiesland Builders
Fun & Games
Fun & Games
Just BasementsJust Basements
The use of bulkhead details throughout the space allows for further division between the office, music, tv and games areas. The wall niches, lighting, paint and wallpaper, were all choices made to draw the eye around the space while still visually linking the separated areas together.
Mud Room Built In Cabinetry
Mud Room Built In Cabinetry
Town & Country RemodelingTown & Country Remodeling
built in kids coat rack & bench near back door. Mud room built in style cabinetry.
My Houzz: The Thorns
My Houzz: The Thorns
Lucy CallLucy Call
Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz Design: Imbue Design
Shea Stadium Scoreboard in a Fun Sports Themed Man Cave
Shea Stadium Scoreboard in a Fun Sports Themed Man Cave
Innovate Building SolutionsInnovate Building Solutions
Fun, eclectic yet functional describes this basement. The scoreboard in this picture is from Shea Stadium!
Basement Renovation In Hartford CT
Basement Renovation In Hartford CT
BFP Remodeling and DesignBFP Remodeling and Design
Basement Renovation - Contemporary - 5
Basement Renovation - Contemporary - 5
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
That's a Winner!! Themed Basement Finish in Troy, IL
That's a Winner!! Themed Basement Finish in Troy, IL
Fulford Home RemodelingFulford Home Remodeling
Photo Credit: Steve Humphrey Photography
East 29th Avenue
East 29th Avenue
TruDesignTruDesign
Basement Design

Contemporary Green 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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