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Inspiration for an expansive traditional fully buried basement in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional fully buried basement in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Wilson LightingNichole Kennelly Photography
Design ideas for a large rural fully buried basement in Kansas City with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and grey floors.
Design ideas for a large rural fully buried basement in Kansas City with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and grey floors.
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Molly Howe DesignAlyssa Lee Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized modern fully buried basement in Minneapolis with grey walls and carpet.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern fully buried basement in Minneapolis with grey walls and carpet.
Knight Construction Design Inc.Design ideas for a medium sized classic walk-out basement in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet and feature lighting.
Victor Smithfull basement remodel. Modern/craftsmen style.
Photo of a large classic basement in Atlanta with white walls, vinyl flooring, a timber clad chimney breast, exposed beams and wainscoting.
Photo of a large classic basement in Atlanta with white walls, vinyl flooring, a timber clad chimney breast, exposed beams and wainscoting.
Thyme & Place Design LLCWhen my client had to move from her company office to work at home, she set up in the dining room. Despite her best efforts, this was not the long-term solution she was looking for. My client realized she needed a dedicated space not on the main floor of the home. On one hand, having your office space right next to the kitchen is handy. On the other hand, it made separating work and home life was not that easy.
The house was a ranch. In essence, the basement would run entire length of the home. As we came down the steps, we entered a time capsule. The house was built in the 1950’s. The walls were covered with original knotty pine paneling. There was a wood burning fireplace and considering this was a basement, high ceilings. In addition, there was everything her family could not store at their own homes. As we wound though the space, I though “wow this has potential”, Eventually, after walking through the laundry room we came to a small nicely lit room. This would be the office.
My client looked at me and asked what I thought. Undoubtedly, I said, this can be a great workspace, but do you really want to walk through this basement and laundry to get here? Without reservation, my client said where do we start?
Once the design was in place, we started the renovation. The knotty pine paneling had to go. Specifically, to add some insulation and control the dampness and humidity. The laundry room wall was relocated to create a hallway to the office.
At the far end of the room, we designated a workout zone. Weights, mats, exercise bike and television are at the ready for morning or afternoon workouts. The space can be concealed by a folding screen for party time. Doors to an old closet under the stairs were relocated to the workout area for hidden storage. Now we had nice wall for a beautiful console and mirror for storage and serving during parties.
In order to add architectural details, we covered the old ugly support columns with simple recessed millwork panels. This detail created a visual division between the bar area and the seating area in front of the fireplace. The old red brick on the fireplace surround was replaced with stack stone. A mantle was made from reclaimed wood. Additional reclaimed wood floating shelves left and right of the fireplace provides decorative display while maintaining a rustic element balancing the copper end table and leather swivel rocker.
We found an amazing rug which tied all of the colors together further defining the gathering space. Russet and burnt orange became the accent color unifying each space. With a bit of whimsy, a rather unusual light fixture which looks like roots from a tree growing through the ceiling is a conversation piece.
The office space is quite and removed from the main part of the basement. There is a desk large enough for multiple screens, a small bookcase holding office supplies and a comfortable chair for conference calls. Because working from home requires many online meetings, we added a shiplap wall painted in Hale Navy to contrast with the orange fabric on the chair. We finished the décor with a painting from my client’s father. This is the background online visitors will see.
The last and best part of the renovation is the beautiful bar. My client is an avid collector of wine. She already had the EuroCave refrigerator, so I incorporated it into the design. The cabinets are painted Temptation Grey from Benjamin Moore. The counter tops are my favorite hard working quartzite Brown Fantasy. The backsplash is a combination of rustic wood and old tin ceiling like porcelain tiles. Together with the textures of the reclaimed wood and hide poofs balanced against the smooth finish of the cabinets, we created a comfortable luxury for relaxing.
There is ample storage for bottles, cans, glasses, and anything else you can think of for a great party. In addition to the wine storage, we incorporated a beverage refrigerator, an ice maker, and a sink. Floating shelves with integrated lighting illuminate the back bar. The raised height of the front bar provides the perfect wine tasting and paring spot. I especially love the pendant lights which look like wine glasses.
Finally, I selected carpet for the stairs and office. It is perfect for noise reduction. Meanwhile for the overall flooring, I specifically selected a high-performance vinyl plank floor. We often use this product as it is perfect to install on a concrete floor. It is soft to walk on, easy to clean and does not reduce the overall height of the space.
W. Pearsall Construction Inc.This modern waterfront home was built for today’s contemporary lifestyle with the comfort of a family cottage. Walloon Lake Residence is a stunning three-story waterfront home with beautiful proportions and extreme attention to detail to give both timelessness and character. Horizontal wood siding wraps the perimeter and is broken up by floor-to-ceiling windows and moments of natural stone veneer.
The exterior features graceful stone pillars and a glass door entrance that lead into a large living room, dining room, home bar, and kitchen perfect for entertaining. With walls of large windows throughout, the design makes the most of the lakefront views. A large screened porch and expansive platform patio provide space for lounging and grilling.
Inside, the wooden slat decorative ceiling in the living room draws your eye upwards. The linear fireplace surround and hearth are the focal point on the main level. The home bar serves as a gathering place between the living room and kitchen. A large island with seating for five anchors the open concept kitchen and dining room. The strikingly modern range hood and custom slab kitchen cabinets elevate the design.
The floating staircase in the foyer acts as an accent element. A spacious master suite is situated on the upper level. Featuring large windows, a tray ceiling, double vanity, and a walk-in closet. The large walkout basement hosts another wet bar for entertaining with modern island pendant lighting.
Walloon Lake is located within the Little Traverse Bay Watershed and empties into Lake Michigan. It is considered an outstanding ecological, aesthetic, and recreational resource. The lake itself is unique in its shape, with three “arms” and two “shores” as well as a “foot” where the downtown village exists. Walloon Lake is a thriving northern Michigan small town with tons of character and energy, from snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter to morel hunting and hiking in the spring, boating and golfing in the summer, and wine tasting and color touring in the fall.
Matrix Basement FinishingPhoto of an expansive classic walk-out basement in Chicago with beige walls, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Nathan Potratz Custom CarpentryThis basement remodel made the area more efficient and useful to the family. It has a full bar area, guest rooms, a bathroom, laundry, and entrance to outside.
Aneka Interiors Inc.Photo of an expansive traditional walk-out basement in Denver with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Bartow BuildersLarge rustic walk-out basement in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
FBC Remodel©Finished Basement Company
This is an example of a medium sized classic walk-out basement in Denver with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
This is an example of a medium sized classic walk-out basement in Denver with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
NIH HomesSpacecrafting
Design ideas for a large traditional walk-out basement in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floors.
Design ideas for a large traditional walk-out basement in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floors.
Johnson County Remodelingjohnsoncountyremodeling.com
This is an example of a large modern fully buried basement in Kansas City with beige walls and carpet.
This is an example of a large modern fully buried basement in Kansas City with beige walls and carpet.
Harmony Drive InteriorsClassic look-out basement in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a game room and a dado rail.
Nest Kitchen, Bath & Home DesignWe completed this stunning basement renovation, featuring a bar and a walk-in wine cellar. The bar is the centerpiece of the basement, with a beautiful countertop and custom-built cabinetry. With its moody and dramatic ambiance, this location proves to be an ideal spot for socializing.
Gardner/Fox Associates, IncThis rustic-inspired basement includes an entertainment area, two bars, and a gaming area. The renovation created a bathroom and guest room from the original office and exercise room. To create the rustic design the renovation used different naturally textured finishes, such as Coretec hard pine flooring, wood-look porcelain tile, wrapped support beams, walnut cabinetry, natural stone backsplashes, and fireplace surround,
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