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Traditional Basement with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Craftsman Basement Remodel
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Transitional New Construction
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A cozy stone fireplace with a wooden mantle is the perfect place to cozy up in this finished basement.
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Poplar Drive Custom Home
Alair Homes BurlingtonAlair Homes Burlington
This 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom spacious custom home features a spectacular dining room, open concept kitchen and great room, and expansive master suite. The homeowners put in a lot of personal touches and unique features such as a full pantry and servery, a large family room downstairs with a wet bar, and a large dressing room in the master suite. There is exceptional style throughout in the various finishes chosen, resulting in a truly unique custom home tailored to the owners.
3rd St, NW, DC
3rd St, NW, DC
Alair Homes ArlingtonAlair Homes Arlington
The owners wanted to add space to their DC home by utilizing the existing dark, wet basement. We were able to create a light, bright space for their growing family. Behind the walls we updated the plumbing, insulation and waterproofed the basement. You can see the beautifully finished space is multi-functional with a play area, TV viewing, new spacious bath and laundry room - the perfect space for a growing family.
Highgrove Basement
Highgrove Basement
Greg Love HomesGreg Love Homes
This basement family room is light and bright.
Cernicky basement w/ half basketball court; golf simulater room; bar; half bath
Cernicky basement w/ half basketball court; golf simulater room; bar; half bath
Pierce Remodeling GroupPierce Remodeling Group
4000 sq. ft. addition with basement that contains half basketball court, golf simulator room, bar, half-bath and full mother-in-law suite upstairs
Family Basement Grows Up With Mature Makeover
Family Basement Grows Up With Mature Makeover
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It's pure basement envy when you see this grown up remodel that transformed an entire basement from playroom to a serene space comfortable for entertaining, lounging and family activities. The remodeled basement includes zones for watching TV, playing pool, mixing drinks, gaming and table activities as well as a three-quarter bath, guest room and ample storage. Enjoy this Red House Remodel!
Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia
Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia
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Custom Residential Bar in Mahwah, NJ.
Custom Residential Bar in Mahwah, NJ.
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Custom hand carved basement classic home bar.
Cernicky basement w/ half basketball court; golf simulater room; bar; half bath
Cernicky basement w/ half basketball court; golf simulater room; bar; half bath
Pierce Remodeling GroupPierce Remodeling Group
4000 sq. ft. addition with basement that contains half basketball court, golf simulator room, bar, half-bath and full mother-in-law suite upstairs
Johns Creek basement
Johns Creek basement
Cardinal Construction, Inc.Cardinal Construction, Inc.
Marcos Basement Project
Marcos Basement Project
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Modified Medley
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Cozy Basement in River Grove, IL.
Cozy Basement in River Grove, IL.
Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.Barts Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
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Contemporary Basement Remodel
Contemporary Basement Remodel
Wilson HomesWilson Homes

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

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

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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