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Small Basement with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Great Neighborhood Homes - Spring Parade of Homes #307 - Edina, MN
Great Neighborhood Homes - Spring Parade of Homes #307 - Edina, MN
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Mike McCaw - Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Holloway Basement Conversion
Holloway Basement Conversion
DASHDASH
Our client wanted to get more out of the living space on the ground floor so we created a basement with a new master bedroom and bathroom.
Basement Reno, Milton ON
Basement Reno, Milton ON
Domilya Group Construction Inc.Domilya Group Construction Inc.
Review our new Basement renovation project. View the finish we delivered to the basement
Whole Home Remodel, Addition and Garage
Whole Home Remodel, Addition and Garage
Becker Home Improvement Inc.Becker Home Improvement Inc.
The feature wall in this basement was part of the original structure of this house. The fireplace brick surround was built from the original chimney bricks.
Sorauren Ave
Sorauren Ave
4K Developments Inc.4K Developments Inc.
Open concept basement 1 bdrm suite.
Hidden Beauty
Hidden Beauty
Drab to Fab DecoratingDrab to Fab Decorating
It was important to us that the kids have their own place to display their beautiful pictures and be able to change them out every other week.
Finished Basement
Finished Basement
J. Reynolds BuildersJ. Reynolds Builders
Basement in West Hartford, CT
Orme
Orme
FM Studio, LLC.FM Studio, LLC.
Irish Pub Basement Bar
Irish Pub Basement Bar
Schrock's WoodworkingSchrock's Woodworking
Built Green Ravenna DADU
Built Green Ravenna DADU
Mighty House ConstructionMighty House Construction
Flexible, multi-use spaces help maximize square footage with a below-grade first level. The sunken patio and french doors, bring generous amounts of natural light to the DADU’s interior, and provide use of outdoor living spaces. photos by Brian Hartman
Vineyard Bar
Vineyard Bar
Von TobelVon Tobel
ValpoVonTobel designer Jenni Knight worked with a homeowner to create this small but mighty space. The Kemper Echo shaker-style Antrim cabinets painted Moonstone, quartz counters, stainless steel wine fridge, and open shelving is spacious enough for parties, but it’s also a practical place to keep movie or game-night essentials handy. Inspired to get more use out of a corner nook or open area below your basement stairs? If so, schedule your FREE design consultation with one of our qualified designers today!
DC Basement Condo
DC Basement Condo
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Hermosa
Hermosa
Amandine ToselloAmandine Tosello
Blake Cardoza
Hidden Meadow Lane
Hidden Meadow Lane
KB Lueck Building Consultants, LLC.KB Lueck Building Consultants, LLC.
Cozy Basement in River Grove, IL.
Cozy Basement in River Grove, IL.
Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
DC Basement Condo
DC Basement Condo
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Vineyard Bar
Vineyard Bar
Von TobelVon Tobel
ValpoVonTobel designer Jenni Knight worked with a homeowner to create this small but mighty space. The Kemper Echo shaker-style Antrim cabinets painted Moonstone, quartz counters, stainless steel wine fridge, and open shelving is spacious enough for parties, but it’s also a practical place to keep movie or game-night essentials handy. Inspired to get more use out of a corner nook or open area below your basement stairs? If so, schedule your FREE design consultation with one of our qualified designers today!
Overland Park Basement Project
Overland Park Basement Project
Premium Cabinet StudioPremium Cabinet Studio
White shaker cabinets in abasement entertainment area.
Orme
Orme
FM Studio, LLC.FM Studio, LLC.
Project 3 - Modern
Project 3 - Modern
Westwerk Custom CabinetryWestwerk Custom Cabinetry
Photographed by Sophie C.

Small Basement with Light Hardwood Flooring 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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