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Expansive Coastal Basement Ideas and Designs

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Prince Edward Island Estate
Prince Edward Island Estate
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
Our clients hired us to completely renovate and furnish their PEI home — and the results were transformative. Inspired by their natural views and love of entertaining, each space in this PEI home is distinctly original yet part of the collective whole. We used color, patterns, and texture to invite personality into every room: the fish scale tile backsplash mosaic in the kitchen, the custom lighting installation in the dining room, the unique wallpapers in the pantry, powder room and mudroom, and the gorgeous natural stone surfaces in the primary bathroom and family room. We also hand-designed several features in every room, from custom furnishings to storage benches and shelving to unique honeycomb-shaped bar shelves in the basement lounge. The result is a home designed for relaxing, gathering, and enjoying the simple life as a couple.
St. Croix River Cottage Renovation
St. Croix River Cottage Renovation
Landsted Companies, LLCLandsted Companies, LLC
Sauna
Full Kitchen in Finished Basement
Full Kitchen in Finished Basement
Monk's Home ImprovementsMonk's Home Improvements
This side of the finished basement is for dining and entertaining. A full kitchen with a large island was designed and installed by Monk's. Open shelving and teal counter stools give the basement space a light and airy feel.
Coastal Compound
Coastal Compound
Patrick Ahearn ArchitectPatrick Ahearn Architect
Greg Premru
Newport Waterfront
Newport Waterfront
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Subterranean Game Room
Macatawa
Macatawa
Francesca Owings Interior DesignFrancesca Owings Interior Design
Upscale Underground Living
Upscale Underground Living
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Spillover hang out space for kids of all ages.
Spillover hang out space for kids of all ages.
Alyson Abby InteriorsAlyson Abby Interiors
The backside of the custom stair railing from the bunk room.
Sea Salt Contemporary Residence
Sea Salt Contemporary Residence
B. Chic InteriorsB. Chic Interiors
Basment Fireplace Photos by J.M. Giordano
Newport Waterfront
Newport Waterfront
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Subterranean Game Room
Beachy Basement Remodel
Beachy Basement Remodel
Custom Crafted HomesCustom Crafted Homes
Silver Lake
Silver Lake
Francesca Owings Interior DesignFrancesca Owings Interior Design
Basement Bar
Upscale Underground Living
Upscale Underground Living
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Whole House Renovation - Harwich Port, MA
Whole House Renovation - Harwich Port, MA
C.M. Chartier ContractingC.M. Chartier Contracting
Basement
Jamestown Waterfront 4
Jamestown Waterfront 4
Tuck and Tuck ArchitectsTuck and Tuck Architects
New Shingle Style home on the Jamestown, RI waterfront.
Prince Edward Island Estate
Prince Edward Island Estate
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
Our clients hired us to completely renovate and furnish their PEI home — and the results were transformative. Inspired by their natural views and love of entertaining, each space in this PEI home is distinctly original yet part of the collective whole. We used color, patterns, and texture to invite personality into every room: the fish scale tile backsplash mosaic in the kitchen, the custom lighting installation in the dining room, the unique wallpapers in the pantry, powder room and mudroom, and the gorgeous natural stone surfaces in the primary bathroom and family room. We also hand-designed several features in every room, from custom furnishings to storage benches and shelving to unique honeycomb-shaped bar shelves in the basement lounge. The result is a home designed for relaxing, gathering, and enjoying the simple life as a couple.
Newport Waterfront
Newport Waterfront
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Subterranean Game Room
Newport Waterfront
Newport Waterfront
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Subterranean Game Room
Upscale Underground Living
Upscale Underground Living
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
A fully equipped laundry room for pool and beach towels off a pool area.
A fully equipped laundry room for pool and beach towels off a pool area.
Alyson Abby InteriorsAlyson Abby Interiors

Expansive Coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

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

A coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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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