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Expansive Rustic Basement Ideas and Designs

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A Reclaimed Retreat
A Reclaimed Retreat
GramophoneGramophone
The client had a finished basement space that was not functioning for the entire family. He spent a lot of time in his gym, which was not large enough to accommodate all his equipment and did not offer adequate space for aerobic activities. To appeal to the client's entertaining habits, a bar, gaming area, and proper theater screen needed to be added. There were some ceiling and lolly column restraints that would play a significant role in the layout of our new design, but the Gramophone Team was able to create a space in which every detail appeared to be there from the beginning. Rustic wood columns and rafters, weathered brick, and an exposed metal support beam all add to this design effect becoming real. Maryland Photography Inc.
Ironworks Thin Brick Basement - Georgia
Ironworks Thin Brick Basement - Georgia
General ShaleGeneral Shale
Expansive basement design featuring Old Brick Originals "Ironworks" thin brick with Southern Ivory mortar.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
2011 NWHBA Parade Home
2011 NWHBA Parade Home
Habitations Residential Design GroupHabitations Residential Design Group
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
Haven Drive Basement Update
Haven Drive Basement Update
Kelly Brasch InteriorsKelly Brasch Interiors
This durable leather sectional sofa provides optimal seating of the big screen tv.
Quince Basement
Quince Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
A basement that has it all, pool table, wet bar, game table, entertainment space, home office, bedroom, and bathroom all for family gatherings.
Haven Drive Basement Update
Haven Drive Basement Update
Kelly Brasch InteriorsKelly Brasch Interiors
When we were brought into the project, the projection screen was hanging on the wall on its own. We designed a custom frame and built in shelves to hold the center speaker and the family's many video games. We flanked it with some wall sconces to complete the look. The rocking chairs can be easily turned when watching a movie on the big screen.
Haven Drive Basement Update
Haven Drive Basement Update
Kelly Brasch InteriorsKelly Brasch Interiors
We designed this custom live edge, bar height table to placed behind the sectional sofa for extra seating.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Thomberts LtdThomberts Ltd
Basement finish work. Drywall, bathroom, electric, shower, light fixtures, bar, speakers, doors, and laminate flooring
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Thomberts LtdThomberts Ltd
Basement finish work. Drywall, bathroom, electric, shower, light fixtures, bar, speakers, doors, and laminate flooring
Ironworks Thin Brick Basement - Georgia
Ironworks Thin Brick Basement - Georgia
General ShaleGeneral Shale
Expansive basement design featuring Old Brick Originals "Ironworks" thin brick with Southern Ivory mortar.
141st Basement
141st Basement
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This basement offers a number of custom features including a mini-fridge built into a curving rock wall, screen projector, hand-made, built-in book cases, hand worked beams and more.
Villa privata in stile rustico
Villa privata in stile rustico
Elisabetta TanesiniElisabetta Tanesini
Interior design per una villa privata con tavernetta in stile rustico-contemporaneo. Linee semplici e pulite incontrano materiali ed elementi strutturali rustici. I colori neutri e caldi rendono l'ambiente sofisticato e accogliente.

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

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

A rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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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