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1950's Lakehouse
1950's Lakehouse
Radnor Residential, LLCRadnor Residential, LLC
Cyprus Basement
Cyprus Basement
Royston Design + ContractingRoyston Design + Contracting
Basement bar with acid stain concrete countertops
Basement bar with acid stain concrete countertops
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Colorado Concrete Countertops
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Basement Bar
Basement Bar
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Sliding door installed using salvaged door $10 from Craigslist
Braylon Double Asterisk - Modern Farmhouse Table
Braylon Double Asterisk - Modern Farmhouse Table
Rustic Trades FurnitureRustic Trades Furniture
This Roswell basement is designed around this gorgeous bar-height Braylon Double Asterisk table. With a surfaced farm top and metal base, this table is a perfect fusion of industrial and farmhouse. This table is 108″Long, 40″Wide, and 42″High. The top is crafted out of White Oak hardwoods with a Surfaced Farm Top. It has a Standard Rustic Level and Rustic Cream finish. The top is supported by two, angled, Braylon Asterisk metal bases in a Natural Matte Low Gloss finish. A Rustic Cream tabletop like this easily transforms a dark, dated space to fresh and contemporary. The naturally occurring cathedral grain gives exquisite, unique character while not looking too rustic. These table bases were modified in size and style to accommodate the bar height. This industrial base style is comfortable for seating at any size, especially at bar height. Legroom is no issue here! The seating selection in this home enhances the modern character of the custom table. The black metal legs of the Freeman bar stool create a cohesive visual with the Natural Steel hand-welded table base. If you like this look, by selecting a hardwood stool the rustic character could easily be enhanced.
Custom Basement Renovation
Custom Basement Renovation
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
A spacious and light-filled art studio, decorated with vintage furniture and décor, is the perfect setting for inspiration.
My Houzz: Devotion Shows in a 19th-Century Belgian Home
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Holly MarderHolly Marder
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Basement Remodel
Basement Remodel
Sipes & Son General ContractorsSipes & Son General Contractors
Ben Filio
Basement #1 After
Basement #1 After
O'Neil InteriorsO'Neil Interiors
Melissa O'Neil
Urbandale Full Home Remodel
Urbandale Full Home Remodel
Aspen RenovationsAspen Renovations
Aspen Renovations
The Carnegie at The Beach
The Carnegie at The Beach
Campbell HomesCampbell Homes
Game table area
Furnished Basements
Furnished Basements
Bestway BasementsBestway Basements
Palo Alto Soho
Palo Alto Soho
Kohler Architects, Inc.Kohler Architects, Inc.
Custom Free Standing Stairs down to basement
Snyders Ave
Snyders Ave
Niko's Contracting Inc.Niko's Contracting Inc.
We tackled this basement from concrete floors and walls, transforming this space to be bright, cozy and practical. Our clients were absolutely thrilled and excited that their bungalow has a living space thats doubled!
Elk River 2 Story Remodel
Elk River 2 Story Remodel
JORGENSON HOMES INCJORGENSON HOMES INC
Elk River 2 Story Remodel
Elk River 2 Story Remodel
JORGENSON HOMES INCJORGENSON HOMES INC
1594 Monroe Street - Denver, Colorado - HGTV Home Staging
1594 Monroe Street - Denver, Colorado - HGTV Home Staging
White Orchid InteriorsWhite Orchid Interiors
Young Basement
Young Basement
Cincy Home MakeOverCincy Home MakeOver
Cindy Home Makeover
Braylon Double Asterisk - Modern Farmhouse Table
Braylon Double Asterisk - Modern Farmhouse Table
Rustic Trades FurnitureRustic Trades Furniture
This Roswell basement is designed around this gorgeous bar-height Braylon Double Asterisk table. With a surfaced farm top and metal base, this table is a perfect fusion of industrial and farmhouse. This table is 108″Long, 40″Wide, and 42″High. The top is crafted out of White Oak hardwoods with a Surfaced Farm Top. It has a Standard Rustic Level and Rustic Cream finish. The top is supported by two, angled, Braylon Asterisk metal bases in a Natural Matte Low Gloss finish. A Rustic Cream tabletop like this easily transforms a dark, dated space to fresh and contemporary. The naturally occurring cathedral grain gives exquisite, unique character while not looking too rustic. These table bases were modified in size and style to accommodate the bar height. This industrial base style is comfortable for seating at any size, especially at bar height. Legroom is no issue here! The seating selection in this home enhances the modern character of the custom table. The black metal legs of the Freeman bar stool create a cohesive visual with the Natural Steel hand-welded table base. If you like this look, by selecting a hardwood stool the rustic character could easily be enhanced.

Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

What type of home is suitable for a shabby-chic style basement conversion?

A shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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Basement - Pemberton
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