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Faux Wood Beams In Game Room
Faux Wood Beams In Game Room
Barron DesignsBarron Designs
This basement was completely renovated to add dimension and light in. This customer used our Hand Hewn Faux Wood Beams in the finish Cinnamon to complete this design. He said this about the project, "We turned an unused basement into a family game room. The faux beams provided a sense of maturity and tradition, matched with the youthfulness of gaming tables." Submitted to us by DuVal Designs LLC.
Finished Basement Remodel | Naperville, IL
Finished Basement Remodel | Naperville, IL
DJK Custom HomesDJK Custom Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary basement in Chicago with a dado rail.
Mediterranean Ranch Estate
Mediterranean Ranch Estate
EARTH AND IMAGESEARTH AND IMAGES
This is an example of a mediterranean basement in Phoenix with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, a game room and a dado rail.
Neutral Rustic Transitional Basement
Neutral Rustic Transitional Basement
Harmony Drive InteriorsHarmony Drive Interiors
Classic look-out basement in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a game room and a dado rail.
Lower Level Finish with Home Theatre and more!
Lower Level Finish with Home Theatre and more!
CHC Design-BuildCHC Design-Build
Inspiration for a traditional fully buried basement in Kansas City with medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.
Mediterranean Revival | Summit, NJ
Mediterranean Revival | Summit, NJ
Rosen Kelly Conway Architecture & DesignRosen Kelly Conway Architecture & Design
Builder: Orchard Hills Design and Construction, LLC Interior Designer: ML Designs Kitchen Designer: Heidi Piron Landscape Architect: J. Kest & Company, LLC Photographer: Christian Garibaldi
High Point Basement
High Point Basement
UserUser
This is an example of a contemporary look-out basement in Seattle with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors and a dado rail.
Pavia Pl Pacific Palisades
Pavia Pl Pacific Palisades
| MARSHALL DESIGN GROUP || MARSHALL DESIGN GROUP |
Design ideas for a contemporary fully buried basement in Los Angeles with no fireplace, dark hardwood flooring, grey walls and a dado rail.
Queen Anne Craftsman Home
Queen Anne Craftsman Home
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
The finished basement with a home office, laundry space, and built in shelves.
Classic basement in Seattle with grey walls, carpet, grey floors, no fireplace and a dado rail.
Lake Basement Remodel
Lake Basement Remodel
Ally Whalen DesignAlly Whalen Design
Ally Whalen
Inspiration for a large beach style basement in Charlotte with blue walls and a dado rail.
Custom Billiards Pool Tables
Custom Billiards Pool Tables
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Photo of a classic basement in New York with carpet, brown floors and a dado rail.
Transitional Basement
Transitional Basement
This is an example of a traditional look-out basement in Other with beige walls and a dado rail.
Lexington Basement
Lexington Basement
Doran & Macero Inc.Doran & Macero Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional fully buried basement in Boston with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace, grey floors and a dado rail.
Larchmont Manor Transitional
Larchmont Manor Transitional
ND Interiors, LLCND Interiors, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized traditional look-out basement in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.
Crisp Architects
Crisp Architects
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Basement Pub. Rob Karosis Photographer
Photo of a classic fully buried basement in New York with dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, beige walls, grey floors and a dado rail.
Billiard Room
Billiard Room
Jarrod Smart ConstructionJarrod Smart Construction
Cipher Imaging
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Other with grey walls, no fireplace, ceramic flooring and a dado rail.
Lower Level Living
Lower Level Living
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Overall view with wood paneling and Corrugated perforated metal ceiling photo by Jeffrey Edward Tryon
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury basement in Philadelphia with no fireplace, brown walls, ceramic flooring, grey floors and a dado rail.
Dream House Studios, Inc.
Dream House Studios, Inc.
UserUser
Photo of a classic walk-out basement in DC Metro with grey walls, carpet and a dado rail.
Built-in Media Center
Built-in Media Center
The Tailored Closet of IndyThe Tailored Closet of Indy
Basement media center in white finish and raised panel doors
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional fully buried basement in Indianapolis with grey walls, carpet, beige floors, no fireplace and a dado rail.
Basement Excavation and Buildout
Basement Excavation and Buildout
Copper Sky Design + RemodelCopper Sky Design + Remodel
The primary goal of this basement project was to give these homeowners more space: both for their own everyday use and for guests. By excavating an unusable crawl space, we were able to build out a full basement with 9’ high ceilings, a guest bedroom, a full bathroom, a gym, a large storage room, and a spacious entertainment room that includes a kitchenette. In all, the homeowners gained over 1,100 of finished space.

Basement with a Dado Rail 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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