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Ashton Woods Atlanta Basements
Ashton Woods Atlanta Basements
Ashton WoodsAshton Woods
Anyone can have fun in this game room with a pool table, arcade games and even a SLIDE from upstairs! (Designed by Artisan Design Group)
Design ideas for a contemporary fully buried basement in Atlanta with multi-coloured walls, carpet, no fireplace and feature lighting.
Lower Level Entertainment Area
Lower Level Entertainment Area
Gonyea Custom HomesGonyea Custom Homes
Inspiration for a traditional fully buried basement in Minneapolis with green walls, carpet and a standard fireplace.
Maryland - New Homes
Maryland - New Homes
Beazer HomesBeazer Homes
Cherry Tree View Basement - Laurel, MD
Classic look-out basement in Atlanta with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace and beige floors.
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Cortland
Cortland
Carlyn And Company Interiors + DesignCarlyn And Company Interiors + Design
Holly Polgreen and Miller & Smith
Photo of a contemporary fully buried basement in DC Metro with blue walls, carpet and no fireplace.
Chute Lake Kelowna
Chute Lake Kelowna
Bellano Tile CompanyBellano Tile Company
Photo of a contemporary fully buried basement in Vancouver with beige walls, carpet, a ribbon fireplace and beige floors.
Dyna - Seward Park II
Dyna - Seward Park II
Dyna BuildersDyna Builders
Contemporary walk-out basement in Seattle with beige walls, carpet and grey floors.
Traditional Basement
Traditional Basement
Inspiration for a classic fully buried basement in Indianapolis with beige walls, beige floors, a home bar and feature lighting.
Edmonton Oilers® Fan Cave Coventry Homes
Edmonton Oilers® Fan Cave Coventry Homes
AMR Interior Design & Drafting Ltd.AMR Interior Design & Drafting Ltd.
Edmonton Oilers Hockey Fan Cave Game Room
Contemporary look-out basement in Edmonton with multi-coloured walls and carpet.
Architectural Designs Sport Court House Plan 73358HS
Architectural Designs Sport Court House Plan 73358HS
Architectural DesignsArchitectural Designs
Architectural Designs Exclusive #HousePlan 73358HS is a 5 bed home with a sport court in the finished lower level. It gives you four bedrooms on the second floor and a fifth in the finished lower level. That's where you'll find your indoor sport court as well as a rec space and a bar. Ready when you are! Where do YOU want to build? Specs-at-a-glance 5 beds 4.5 baths 4,600+ sq. ft. including sport court Plans: http://bit.ly/73358hs #readywhenyouare #houseplan
Cottage Farmhouse
Cottage Farmhouse
Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.
Inspiration for a rustic basement in Minneapolis.
Pulaski Carriage House
Pulaski Carriage House
Murphy & Co. DesignMurphy & Co. Design
Photo by Shelley Paulson
This is an example of a classic look-out basement in Minneapolis with beige walls and carpet.
Bent Branch
Bent Branch
Artisan BuildersArtisan Builders
Inspiration for a large classic look-out basement in DC Metro with grey walls, carpet, a metal fireplace surround and a ribbon fireplace.
Basement
Basement
Muskoka InteriorsMuskoka Interiors
This is an example of a large modern fully buried basement in Calgary with grey walls, carpet and a standard fireplace.
Family Mountain Lodge
Family Mountain Lodge
Kristie Barnett, The DecorologistKristie Barnett, The Decorologist
The Decorologist
Design ideas for a classic basement in Nashville.
Contemporary Basement
Contemporary Basement
This is an example of a contemporary fully buried basement in Toronto with orange walls and carpet.
Cottage Farmhouse
Cottage Farmhouse
Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a rustic basement in Minneapolis.

Basement 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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