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Basement Ideas and Designs
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.
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Photo of a medium sized farmhouse fully buried basement in Other with travertine flooring, beige floors and a wood burning stove.
Traditional walk-out basement in Surrey with light hardwood flooring.
Mirror position to create a new area - joannejkay
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Gavin Cantley
Design ideas for a medium sized modern fully buried basement in London.
Lit ceiling. Doesn't look as good as I had hoped - giles_talbott
Small contemporary fully buried basement in London with grey walls and no fireplace.
How to maybe skrink the stair foot print? - alib668
Petr Krejci
Design ideas for a contemporary basement in London with white walls and multi-coloured floors.
Shelves and frames on wall maybe Day room - webuser_876894569
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Inspiration for a large modern walk-out basement in Edinburgh with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove and a stone fireplace surround.
Design ideas for a contemporary basement in London with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Vey low profile staircase situated under the current staircase - Door built out of the alcove, with appearance of fitted fridge - needs to be measured out - senatortaz
Just Venice replicates wood at its best. A true plank size of 1800x268mm, brings the reality of wooden beauty, right into your living space. Like different wooden posts, they join at the surface of the water to create a dolphin structure, similar to the Just Venice line of tiles, which join in your rooms to create your own personal style. Smooth or coarse, elaborated or rustic, each piece of wood encloses many aspects, just as many as its veins and with just as many colours. Strength, fineness and vigour: the many personalities are inscribed in the colours and in the shades of wood. This range is truly an inspiring creation that will provide refinement and sophistication to any living space.
poker night games room small gatherings of friends - williamboardgt1312
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This is an example of a contemporary basement in London.
Different floor style between 1st and 2nd floor? - yibo_liu
Sophie Nguyen Architects Ltd
Inspiration for a modern basement in London.
Like the full wall bookcase - emmawen888
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Photo of a large classic look-out basement in Denver with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and beige floors.
Like the glass walls dividing the space - elaine_ratcliffe
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Inspiration for an expansive traditional fully buried basement in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and a ribbon fireplace.
Darker colours for media unit/wall - catherinetony_oneill
Photo of a large farmhouse look-out basement in Detroit with grey walls, vinyl flooring and grey floors.
Partial for morning room - hayley_entwistle
Urban basement in DC Metro with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Photo of a traditional fully buried basement in Calgary with grey walls, carpet, a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Not with full height cabinets but shows a contrast between the fireplace surround and the tv surround - maureenhare
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This is an example of a classic basement in DC Metro.
Center space between wall cabinets - esplorare
Design ideas for a large classic basement in Salt Lake City with light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
basement - noel_kasembe