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Affordable Contemporary Home Gym Ideas and Designs

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Sauna Finlandesa Exterior cúbica by INBECA
Sauna Finlandesa Exterior cúbica by INBECA
INBECA Wellness EquipmentINBECA Wellness Equipment
Small contemporary multi-use home gym in Barcelona.
Knightsbridge Home Gym
Knightsbridge Home Gym
Morpheus Gym DesignMorpheus Gym Design
Creation of a home gym space in lower ground room.
Small contemporary home weight room in London with beige walls and grey floors.
Baño de Vapor Cabina prafabricada de gresite by INBECA
Baño de Vapor Cabina prafabricada de gresite by INBECA
INBECA Wellness EquipmentINBECA Wellness Equipment
Medium sized contemporary multi-use home gym in Barcelona.
LUXURY HOUSE PUNTA BRAVA I
LUXURY HOUSE PUNTA BRAVA I
DNA BARCELONA ARCHITECTSDNA BARCELONA ARCHITECTS
Inspiration for a small contemporary home gym in Barcelona with brown walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Baño de Vapor, Cabina de obra by INBECA
Baño de Vapor, Cabina de obra by INBECA
INBECA Wellness EquipmentINBECA Wellness Equipment
Inspiration for a small contemporary multi-use home gym in Barcelona.
Home Gym
Home Gym
Saw bespokeSaw bespoke
The ultimate home gym.
This is an example of a contemporary home gym in Hertfordshire.
Acton, MA Basement Makeover: From Unfinished to Functional Living Space
Acton, MA Basement Makeover: From Unfinished to Functional Living Space
Sun Shore ConstructionSun Shore Construction
This is an example of a large contemporary multi-use home gym in Boston with grey walls, vinyl flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Garden Studio
Garden Studio
Studio 3 Creatives LtdStudio 3 Creatives Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary home gym in Hertfordshire.
Garden Studio
Garden Studio
Studio 3 Creatives LtdStudio 3 Creatives Ltd
Photo of a contemporary home gym in Hertfordshire.
Acton, MA Basement Makeover: From Unfinished to Functional Living Space
Acton, MA Basement Makeover: From Unfinished to Functional Living Space
Sun Shore ConstructionSun Shore Construction
Once an unfinished space, the basement at 693 Main St, Acton, MA, was transformed into a functional living area by Sun Shore Construction in 2022. This project is a testament to our commitment to turning underutilized spaces into beautiful, functional areas that meet our clients' needs. The story began with a basement that was just a bare structure. Our first step was to correct and complete the framing work, laying a solid foundation for the transformation that was about to take place. Next, we tackled the electrical work, installing two separate wires connected to the electrical panel with two breakers. We strategically placed recessed lighting and power outlets to ensure the space was well-lit and functional. Insulation was installed as needed, ensuring the basement would be energy-efficient and comfortable. Drywall was then installed on the ceiling and walls, and ceiling vents were added to connect to the existing AC vent pipe. The plastering, sanding, and painting of the ceiling and walls were done meticulously, creating a smooth, professional finish. We then installed premium vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire area, adding warmth and style to the space. Finishing touches included the installation of mouldings, doors, baseboards, and a railing for the stair. We also painted the stair risers white and installed new thresholds. Finally, we created a framed storage area under the stair with a door for easy access, making sure no space was wasted. This project showcases our dedication to quality workmanship and attention to detail. We transformed an unused space into a functional and aesthetically pleasing area that the homeowners can enjoy for years to come.
Home Gym
Home Gym
Saw bespokeSaw bespoke
Weight storage, wall cabinets with a full mirrored wall.
Photo of a contemporary home gym in Hertfordshire.
Garden Studio
Garden Studio
Studio 3 Creatives LtdStudio 3 Creatives Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary home gym in Hertfordshire.

Affordable Contemporary Home Gym Ideas and Designs

Home gyms are a wonderful luxury if fitness is a priority. The freedom and flexibility offered by building a contemporary home gym or exercise room at home is a great investment, and will soon recoup its worth in memberships. Design ideas might conjure up images of exercise bikes, treadmills and heavy weights, but if that isn’t your thing it can really be as simple as having an open, airy, mirrored studio in which to practice yoga or pilates.

How to find ideas for my home gym?

The first consideration for your contemporary home gym design is finding the space, the second is working out how this space will accommodate the gym equipment that you require. You may have a spare room, loft, basement or garage that can be fitted for purpose, but there’s more to home gyms than just bringing in the right equipment – you will want to consider hygiene, ventilation, your flooring and ease of movement around the space. Try looking through the photos from design professionals to find inspiration on how to furnish and decorate your home gym, and filter by style, budget, size, type, flooring and colours to find designs that could work for you.

How to choose the right gym equipment?

The home exercise equipment you should invest in will depend on whether you are a cardio or weights lover, and there are ideas for every budget varying from the humble skipping rope, to medicine balls, dumbbells and weight benches, or go all out with a state-of-the-art multi gym and motorised treadmills or cross-trainers. If your workouts don’t involve any fitness equipment, a bright studio space will offer the perfect environment for exercise – just add your yoga mat, a ballet barre or soft stretching area and you’ll have all you need. If you really want to go all out, and dance is your typical workout of choice, you might even consider a sprung floor. The home gym is the one room where mirrors aren’t decor, so install a mirrored wall so you can keep proper form whilst exercising.

How do I convert my space into a home gym?

Your first consideration in a home gym is space – you need to keep enough space between your gym machines to allow safe and easy movement. Designating extra space for stretching can be as important as finding room for a rowing machine and weights. Good ventilation is essential – if you have insufficient windows for good air flow then you can add extractor fans and consider installing air conditioning for climate control. Access to an electrical supply through floor recessed power points is important for your workout equipment and you may want to consider allowing for a TV and sound system. Think carefully about lighting when considering home gym ideas and ideally avoid low-hanging lights or lighting that will give off a lot of heat, as keeping cool whilst exercising is critical to comfort.

What should I do for the flooring?

Before bringing any large scale home fitness equipment into the room and dreaming up grandiose home gym ideas, take into account how much weight your floors can take. Unless your gym is on the ground floor, you may need to strengthen your flooring. Suspending timber floors may need reinforcing, and outdoor buildings such as sheds will need a minimum of 150mm joists to support equipment. If in any doubt, consult a structural engineer – nothing interrupts a workout like falling through your home gym floor! When it comes to the covering, vinyl, rubber and foam tiles or interlocking floor mats are all good options as they provide spring and a soft surface if you are in contact with the floor often.
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