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Fully Buried Basement with a Brick Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

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Expressive Interiors by Marietta CalasExpressive Interiors by Marietta Calas
Photo by: Norman Sizemore
Finished Basement - Theisen
Finished Basement - Theisen
Harris McClain Kitchen & BathHarris McClain Kitchen & Bath
Bar
Bar
Chantelle McNeish DesignChantelle McNeish Design
42" high custom designed oak bar with solid wood countertop, blind corner cabinet, open shelf cabinet and closed storage.
Orangeville - Basement Grey Laminate Flooring
Orangeville - Basement Grey Laminate Flooring
GCA Reno Inc.GCA Reno Inc.
Added rustic grey oak laminate flooring with new baseboards and trim to a 350 sq.ft unfinished basement.
West Springs Basement
West Springs Basement
Kurmak BuildersKurmak Builders
Diamond Reflection Kitchen, Bar, Bathrooms and Utility room.
Diamond Reflection Kitchen, Bar, Bathrooms and Utility room.
ELizabeth Bollenbach at Lowes Maple and RidgeELizabeth Bollenbach at Lowes Maple and Ridge
Basement fireplace.
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The homeowners wanted a comfortable family room and entertaining space to highlight their collection of Western art and collectibles from their travels. The large family room is centered around the brick fireplace with simple wood mantel, and has an open and adjacent bar and eating area. The sliding barn doors hide the large storage area, while their small office area also displays their many collectibles. A full bath, utility room, train room, and storage area are just outside of view. Photography by the homeowner.
Adera Radiance
Adera Radiance
Tavan GroupTavan Group
Dewar Basement
Dewar Basement
Frontiers Design BuildFrontiers Design Build
Warm & Welcoming Basement
Warm & Welcoming Basement
Thompson RemodelingThompson Remodeling
This basement was designed to be a welcoming space for guests to visit and hang out. The new wet bar anchors the space and provides the perfect spot for a bite to eat and a pint of beer. To lighten up the space we installed all new lighting, painted all the panelling, and added custom built-ins. Other custom touches include a lighted window box made for the homeowner's Apothecary sign and a closet for a kegerator.
Lavish Basement Finish in Park Ridge, IL.
Lavish Basement Finish in Park Ridge, IL.
Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
Shavers Lake Remodel
Shavers Lake Remodel
Destiny HomesDestiny Homes
Bar
Bar
Chantelle McNeish DesignChantelle McNeish Design
42" high custom designed oak bar with solid wood countertop, blind corner cabinet, open shelf cabinet and closed storage.
Dewar Basement
Dewar Basement
Frontiers Design BuildFrontiers Design Build
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
Rustic Western Basement Bistro
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The homeowners wanted a comfortable family room and entertaining space to highlight their collection of Western art and collectibles from their travels. The large family room is centered around the brick fireplace with simple wood mantel, and has an open and adjacent bar and eating area. The sliding barn doors hide the large storage area, while their small office area also displays their many collectibles. A full bath, utility room, train room, and storage area are just outside of view. Photography by the homeowner.
Stunning Transitional Home in McLean, Virginia
Stunning Transitional Home in McLean, Virginia
Abbey Design + RemodelAbbey Design + Remodel
4018 Primrose Road
4018 Primrose Road
FLD GroupFLD Group
HomeJab
B-Rip Basement
B-Rip Basement
Green Trade ContractingGreen Trade Contracting
Loyalist Drive
Loyalist Drive
Baeumler Quality ConstructionBaeumler Quality Construction
The crips and clean colour of the white enhances the rich and natural colour of the brick fireplace surround Builder: Baeumler Quality Construction
Wilmette Full Home Renovation
Wilmette Full Home Renovation
DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.
This fireplace was refinished with Chicago common brick and warms up the Lower Level Family Room. Photo by Katie Basil Photography

Fully Buried Basement with a Brick Fireplace Surround 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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