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Basement Renovation
Basement Renovation
Ileana Schinder, PLLCIleana Schinder, PLLC
Erin Kelleher
Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Andrew James Hathaway (Brothers Construction)
Minnesota Residence
Minnesota Residence
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design | L. Cramer Builders + Remodelers, Builder | Troy Thies, Photography | Shannon Gale, Photo Styling Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
UserUser
De Beauvoir, Hackney - Full house renovation
De Beauvoir, Hackney - Full house renovation
Emilie Fournet InteriorsEmilie Fournet Interiors
The basement garage was converted into a bright home office / guest bedroom with an en-suite tadelakt wet room. With concrete floors and teak panelling, this room has clever integrated lighting solutions to maximise the lower ceilings. The matching cedar cladding outside bring a modern element to the Georgian building.
Colonie Basement
Colonie Basement
Gilchrist RemodelingGilchrist Remodeling
Hillgrove
Hillgrove
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Karyn Millet Photography
Unbelievable Whole Home Remodel
Unbelievable Whole Home Remodel
Electronic Lifestyle Associates (ela)Electronic Lifestyle Associates (ela)
Gregg Schwartz
Masters Ridge
Masters Ridge
Masters Properties, Inc.Masters Properties, Inc.
Jon Potter
Boruta Lower Level Bloomington
Boruta Lower Level Bloomington
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Inviting + Modern Basement
Inviting + Modern Basement
Wiles Design GroupWiles Design Group
Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/inviting-and-modern-basement
Sports Fan Dream Basement in Northern Virginia
Sports Fan Dream Basement in Northern Virginia
Metro Building and Remodeling Group LLCMetro Building and Remodeling Group LLC
Photographer: Bob Narod
Pierre's Retreat (Basement)
Pierre's Retreat (Basement)
KUBE architectureKUBE architecture
Paul Burk
Lower Level Sauna and Shower with Knotty Alder Wainscoting
Lower Level Sauna and Shower with Knotty Alder Wainscoting
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Knotty alder flat panel wainscoting in the lower level frames the entry to the sauna and basement bathroom. Raskin Gorilla vinyl flooring in white oak finish. Photo by Mike Kaskel
Edina whole-house remodel
Edina whole-house remodel
Niedfeldt Home RemodelingNiedfeldt Home Remodeling
Exposed beams tie into built-in media wall with black handles.
Downingtown Basement
Downingtown Basement
Rittenhouse BuildersRittenhouse Builders
Josh Barker Photography
OLD TAHOE HOUSE
OLD TAHOE HOUSE
land to livingland to living
Vance Fox
Basement Family room
Basement Family room
Scenic Interiors, LLCScenic Interiors, LLC
Custom designed cabinetry and bookshelves, energy efficient insulation and hot water radiant heat makes this new basement family room inviting and cozy and increases the living space of the house by over 400 square feet. We added 4 large closets for organization and storage. Lower cabinet stereo storage is pre-wired for future home theater use.
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
Aurora Colorado Rustic Basement Finish
UserUser
Oakmont Renovation
Oakmont Renovation
Contact Renovations & Custom Homes Ltd.Contact Renovations & Custom Homes Ltd.

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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