Black Basement Ideas and Designs

Old Westbury Wine Cellar
Old Westbury Wine Cellar
ChangoChango
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Construction Administration, Custom Millwork & Furniture Design by Chango & Co. Photography by Jacob Snavely
Inspiration for an expansive traditional fully buried basement in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace and feature lighting.
Liberty Lake Basement Wet Bar
Liberty Lake Basement Wet Bar
Kimberlee KristineKimberlee Kristine
Photo of a medium sized traditional walk-out basement in Seattle with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors and feature lighting.
Industrial Basement
Industrial Basement
JR Custom LivingJR Custom Living
Urban look-out basement in Atlanta with brown walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and feature lighting.
Primrose 2022 (Lake Elmo, MN)
Primrose 2022 (Lake Elmo, MN)
Robert Thomas HomesRobert Thomas Homes
Primrose Model - Garden Villa Collection Pricing, floorplans, virtual tours, community information and more at https://www.robertthomashomes.com/
Industrial Basement
Industrial Basement
Platinum Design BuildPlatinum Design Build
Design ideas for a medium sized urban walk-out basement in Atlanta with brown walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floors.
Chan Basement
Chan Basement
Knight Construction Design Inc.Knight Construction Design Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic walk-out basement in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet and feature lighting.
Algonquin
Algonquin
Dennis FooteDennis Foote
English Pub
This is an example of a traditional basement in Chicago.
Temptation Gray Bar
Temptation Gray Bar
Thyme & Place Design LLCThyme & Place Design LLC
When 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.
Contemporary Conversion
Contemporary Conversion
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary fully buried basement in Chicago with grey walls, carpet, no fireplace, grey floors, exposed beams and wallpapered walls.
Speakeasy Entertainment Basement
Speakeasy Entertainment Basement
Neil Kelly CompanyNeil Kelly Company
The homeowners had a very specific vision for their large daylight basement. To begin, Neil Kelly's team, led by Portland Design Consultant Fabian Genovesi, took down numerous walls to completely open up the space, including the ceilings, and removed carpet to expose the concrete flooring. The concrete flooring was repaired, resurfaced and sealed with cracks in tact for authenticity. Beams and ductwork were left exposed, yet refined, with additional piping to conceal electrical and gas lines. Century-old reclaimed brick was hand-picked by the homeowner for the east interior wall, encasing stained glass windows which were are also reclaimed and more than 100 years old. Aluminum bar-top seating areas in two spaces. A media center with custom cabinetry and pistons repurposed as cabinet pulls. And the star of the show, a full 4-seat wet bar with custom glass shelving, more custom cabinetry, and an integrated television-- one of 3 TVs in the space. The new one-of-a-kind basement has room for a professional 10-person poker table, pool table, 14' shuffleboard table, and plush seating.
2020 Artisan Home Tour
2020 Artisan Home Tour
Housing First MinnesotaHousing First Minnesota
2020 Artisan Home Tour Remodeler: Vujovich, Inc. Photo: Landmark Photography • For questions on this project including features or finishes, please reach out to the remodeler of this home.
Kalorama Renovation
Kalorama Renovation
Donald Lococo ArchitectsDonald Lococo Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized modern fully buried basement in DC Metro with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Mahomet Basement Remodel
Mahomet Basement Remodel
Dwell InteriorsDwell Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary basement in Chicago.
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.
Contemporary Basement
Contemporary Basement
Large contemporary look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, no fireplace, multi-coloured floors and a home cinema.
Reynolds Plantation - Lake Oconee - Hastings Ct.
Reynolds Plantation - Lake Oconee - Hastings Ct.
Duke DevelopmentDuke Development
Reynolds Plantation terrace level family room
Design ideas for a traditional basement in Atlanta with brown floors.
Duncan Avenue Basement Renovation
Duncan Avenue Basement Renovation
Ryan Duebber Architect, LLCRyan Duebber Architect, LLC
Basement Media Room
Inspiration for an urban fully buried basement in Cincinnati with white walls and white floors.
Kid-Friendly Basement
Kid-Friendly Basement
TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+BuildersTreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders
Our clients wanted to finish the walkout basement in their 10-year old home. They were looking for a family room, craft area, bathroom and a space to transform into a “guest room” for the occasional visitor. They wanted a space that could handle a crowd of young children, provide lots of storage and was bright and colorful. The result is a beautiful space featuring custom cabinets, a kitchenette, a craft room, and a large open area for play and entertainment. Cleanup is a snap with durable surfaces and movable storage, and the furniture is easy for children to rearrange. Photo by John Reed Foresman.
Artisan Summer Home 2023
Artisan Summer Home 2023
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
Inspiration for a farmhouse basement in Minneapolis with feature lighting.
Giddy Up!
Giddy Up!
Kimball Modern Design + InteriorsKimball Modern Design + Interiors
Photo of a modern basement in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

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