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Basement with Bamboo Flooring and a Brick Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

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East Side Finished Basement
East Side Finished Basement
Red House Design BuildRed House Design Build
In the late 50’s, this basement was cut up into a dental office with tiny exam rooms. Red House Custom Building designed a space that could be used as a home gym & media room. Upon demolition, we uncovered an original, structural arch and a wonderful brick foundation that highlighted the home’s original detailing and substantial structure. These were reincorporated into the new design. The arched window on the left was stripped and restored to original working order. The fireplace was one of four original to the home. Harold T. Merriman was the original owner of home, and the homeowners found some of his works on the third floor of the house. He sketched a plat of lots surrounding the property in 1899. At the completion of the project, the homeowners had it framed, and it now hangs in the room above the A/V cabinet. High paneled wainscot in the basement perfectly mimics the late 1800’s, battered paneling found under several wall layers during demo. The LED accent lighting was installed behind the top cap of the wainscot to highlight the mixing of new and old while bringing a warm glow to the room. Photo by Grace Lentini. Instagram: @redhousedesignbuild
Cozy home
Cozy home
Phavos PhotographyPhavos Photography
Photo of a medium sized scandi basement in San Francisco with blue walls, bamboo flooring, no fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.
Tosa Lower Level
Tosa Lower Level
Refined RenovationsRefined Renovations
New construction combines with an existing fireplace to make this lower level a warm and inviting space for this family.
Design ideas for a small contemporary fully buried basement in Milwaukee with blue walls, bamboo flooring and a brick fireplace surround.
Loyalist Drive
Loyalist Drive
Baeumler Quality ConstructionBaeumler Quality Construction
The crips and clean colour of the white enhances the rich and natural colour of the brick fireplace surround Builder: Baeumler Quality Construction
Photo of a bohemian fully buried basement in Toronto with bamboo flooring, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.
East Side Finished Basement
East Side Finished Basement
Red House Design BuildRed House Design Build
In the late 50’s, this basement was cut up into a dental office with tiny exam rooms. Red House Custom Building designed a space that could be used as a home gym & media room. Upon demolition, we uncovered an original, structural arch and a wonderful brick foundation that highlighted the home’s original detailing and substantial structure. These were reincorporated into the new design. The arched window on the left was stripped and restored to original working order. The fireplace was one of four original to the home. Harold T. Merriman was the original owner of home, and the homeowners found some of his works on the third floor of the house. He sketched a plat of lots surrounding the property in 1899. At the completion of the project, the homeowners had it framed, and it now hangs in the room above the A/V cabinet. High paneled wainscot in the basement perfectly mimics the late 1800’s, battered paneling found under several wall layers during demo. The LED accent lighting was installed behind the top cap of the wainscot to highlight the mixing of new and old while bringing a warm glow to the room. Photo by Grace Lentini. Instagram: @redhousedesignbuild
Loyalist Drive
Loyalist Drive
Baeumler Quality ConstructionBaeumler Quality Construction
Open concept basement layout Builder: Baeumler Quality Construction
Fully buried basement in Toronto with bamboo flooring, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.
Loyalist Drive
Loyalist Drive
Baeumler Quality ConstructionBaeumler Quality Construction
Builder: Baeumler Quality Construction
This is an example of a bohemian fully buried basement in Toronto with bamboo flooring, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Basement with Bamboo Flooring and a Brick Fireplace Surround 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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