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Expansive Look-out Basement Ideas and Designs

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Fir Drive
Fir Drive
Specialized Home Improvements LTDSpecialized Home Improvements LTD
Basement Bar and Water Fountain
Basement Bar and Water Fountain
FBC RemodelFBC Remodel
©Finished Basement Company
Rustic Luxury
Rustic Luxury
Aneka Interiors Inc.Aneka Interiors Inc.
Manheim Basement Remodel
Manheim Basement Remodel
McLennan Contracting, Inc.McLennan Contracting, Inc.
Basement remodel with living room, bedroom, bathroom, and storage closets
Midwest Suburban Basement Remodel
Midwest Suburban Basement Remodel
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Multi-Purpose Fun Room
Multi-Purpose Fun Room
International Custom DesignsInternational Custom Designs
2015 Spring Parade of Homes Model | 5425 O'Donnell Woods
2015 Spring Parade of Homes Model | 5425 O'Donnell Woods
Creek Hill Custom HomesCreek Hill Custom Homes
Huge lower level with inset wall niche, built in bar area and stone fireplace. A great place for family and friends! - Creek Hill Custom Homes MN
Family Friendly Basement
Family Friendly Basement
Impeccable by Meredith ParkImpeccable by Meredith Park
The family room area in this basement features a whitewashed brick fireplace with custom mantle surround, custom builtins with lots of storage and butcher block tops. Navy blue wallpaper and brass pop-over lights accent the fireplace wall. The elevated bar behind the sofa is perfect for added seating. Behind the elevated bar is an entertaining bar with navy cabinets, open shelving and quartz countertops.
Holmes Basement in Clarendon Hills
Holmes Basement in Clarendon Hills
Wheatland Custom Cabinetry & WoodworkWheatland Custom Cabinetry & Woodwork
This expansive basement was revamped with modern, industrial, and rustic. Features include a floor-to-ceiling wet bar complete with lots of storage for wine bottles, glass cabinet uppers, gray inset shaker doors and drawers, beverage cooler, and backsplash. Reclaimed barnwood flanks the accent walls and behind the wall-mounted TV. New matching cabinets and book cases flank the existing fireplace. Cabinetry design, build, and install by Wheatland Custom Cabinetry. General contracting and remodel by Hyland Homes.
Basement Bar & Entertainment Area
Basement Bar & Entertainment Area
Emily’s InteriorsEmily’s Interiors
The open concept floorplan in this basement is perfect for entertaining small or large crowds. Photo credit: Perko Photography
Troy Basement Remodel
Troy Basement Remodel
Kopke Remodeling & DesignKopke Remodeling & Design
Kayla Kopke
Family Friendly Basement
Family Friendly Basement
Impeccable by Meredith ParkImpeccable by Meredith Park
This gaming area in the basement doubles as a guest space with custom murphy bed pull downs. When the murphy beds are up they blend into the custom white wainscoting in the space and serve as a "drink shelf" for entertaining.
Paris in Draper
Paris in Draper
Steven Dailey ConstructionSteven Dailey Construction
Custom Quilting Room
Spacious Basement with Playhouse and Family Room
Spacious Basement with Playhouse and Family Room
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
Our clients wanted a space to gather with friends and family for the children to play. There were 13 support posts that we had to work around. The awkward placement of the posts made the design a challenge. We created a floor plan to incorporate the 13 posts into special features including a built in wine fridge, custom shelving, and a playhouse. Now, some of the most challenging issues add character and a custom feel to the space. In addition to the large gathering areas, we finished out a charming powder room with a blue vanity, round mirror and brass fixtures.
Basement Remodel | Roswell GA
Basement Remodel | Roswell GA
Kalaa Chakra InteriorsKalaa Chakra Interiors
Anastasia Alkema Photography
Basement Remodel - Overland Park, KS
Basement Remodel - Overland Park, KS
jendaykcjendaykc
J. Day Staging and Design
Bold Impact | Portland Whole House Remodel
Bold Impact | Portland Whole House Remodel
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
To delineate the lower-level, we added pocket doors to separate the living area from the workout space.
Full Basement Renovation
Full Basement Renovation
Floor and Bath DesignFloor and Bath Design
Basement Home Theater Entry
Basement Home Theater Entry
FBC RemodelFBC Remodel
©Finished Basement Company
Upscale Underground Living
Upscale Underground Living
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.

Expansive Look-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 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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