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Contemporary Walk-out Basement Ideas and Designs

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Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Bearded BuildersBearded Builders
Hotel Inspired Basement Remodel- Ashburn, VA
Hotel Inspired Basement Remodel- Ashburn, VA
Lauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VALauren Maroney for Ethan Allen Sterling, VA
Chic. Moody. Sexy. These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think about the W Hotel in downtown Bellevue, WA. When my client came to me with this as inspiration for her Basement makeover, I couldn’t wait to get started on the transformation. Everything from the poured concrete floors to mimic Carrera marble, to the remodeled bar area, and the custom designed billiard table to match the custom furnishings is just so luxe! Tourmaline velvet, embossed leather, and lacquered walls adds texture and depth to this multi-functional living space.
Finished Basement, Pennington NJ
Finished Basement, Pennington NJ
A&E Construction and Design CenterA&E Construction and Design Center
Large finished basement in Pennington, NJ. This unfinished space was transformed into a bright, multi-purpose area which includes laundry room, additional pantry storage, multiple closets and expansive living spaces. Sherwin Williams Rhinestone Gray paint, white trim throughout, and COREtec flooring provides beauty and durability.
Finished Basement
Finished Basement
Captivating Construction GroupCaptivating Construction Group
Finished Basement in Colts Neck, New Jersey.
Contemporary Basement
Contemporary Basement
New England Artisans Remodeling & Design GroupNew England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group
Eddie Day
Brazilian Cherry Flooring - Lancaster, PA
Brazilian Cherry Flooring - Lancaster, PA
Brazilian Direct, LtdBrazilian Direct, Ltd
Luxury Vinyl Tile flooring - offered exclusively from Brazilian Direct, LTD.
Malvern Basement
Malvern Basement
Rittenhouse BuildersRittenhouse Builders
Angle Eye Photography
Finished Basement with Craft Room
Finished Basement with Craft Room
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
A hutch cabinet of storage in the basement craft room is from Showplace in the Savannah door style, with a white satin finish. The cabinet knobs and pulls are Alcott by Atlas. The cabinets feature pull-out, soft-glide trays for easy-access and organized craft supply storage. Photo by Toby Weiss
Autumn Hill
Autumn Hill
Wilkes Architects - Princeton Design GuildWilkes Architects - Princeton Design Guild
Catherine "Cie" Stroud Photography
Whitworth Home
Whitworth Home
Schultz Builders LLCSchultz Builders LLC
Paramount Online Marketing
Mapleton - Audubon | Stillwater, MN
Mapleton - Audubon | Stillwater, MN
Creative HomesCreative Homes
Roswell Speak Easy Basement
Roswell Speak Easy Basement
Haggard Home Cabinetry & DesignHaggard Home Cabinetry & Design
Basement Finish - Bar
Basement Finish - Bar
Quartz HomesQuartz Homes
Custom bar cabinets and glass shelves in basement with builtin wine cooler and custom built wood doors.
East Cobb Basement Makeover with Wetbar & Spare Bath
East Cobb Basement Makeover with Wetbar & Spare Bath
Atlanta Curb AppealAtlanta Curb Appeal
Basement renovation with wetbar. Two coolers, subway zig zag tile, new cabinet space. Floors are not true wood but LVP, or luxury vinyl planking. LVP installation East Cobb
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
*NEW Project*
*NEW Project*
Scott Carter Construction and Custom HomesScott Carter Construction and Custom Homes
Project Sauna + Steam Room
Project Sauna + Steam Room
Ambient ElementsAmbient Elements
Alpha Wellness Sensations is a global leader in sauna manufacturing, indoor and outdoor design for traditional saunas, infrared cabins, steam baths, salt caves and tanning beds. Our company runs its own research offices and production plant in order to provide a wide range of innovative and individually designed wellness solutions.
Designer Epoxy Floor for Home Office
Designer Epoxy Floor for Home Office
Seattle SurfacesSeattle Surfaces
The Dunes
The Dunes
Scott Christopher HomesScott Christopher Homes
The lower level was designed with retreat in mind. A unique bamboo ceiling overhead gives this level a cozy feel.
Uinta Way - Washingston Virginia Vale, Denver, CO
Uinta Way - Washingston Virginia Vale, Denver, CO
Perch Construction and DesignPerch Construction and Design

Contemporary Walk-out 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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