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Ryan Duebber Architect, LLCBasement Media Room
Inspiration for an urban fully buried basement in Cincinnati with white walls and white floors.
Inspiration for an urban fully buried basement in Cincinnati with white walls and white floors.
Thyme & Place Design LLCWhen 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.
Matrix Home SolutionsDesign ideas for a large contemporary look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, vinyl flooring, no fireplace and red floors.
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingA blank slate and open minds are a perfect recipe for creative design ideas. The homeowner's brother is a custom cabinet maker who brought our ideas to life and then Landmark Remodeling installed them and facilitated the rest of our vision. We had a lot of wants and wishes, and were to successfully do them all, including a gym, fireplace, hidden kid's room, hobby closet, and designer touches.
UserCynthia Lynn
Photo of a large classic look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.
Photo of a large classic look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.
Pittsburgh Remodeling CompanyRob Schwerdt
Design ideas for a rustic basement in Other with brown walls, carpet, grey floors and a feature wall.
Design ideas for a rustic basement in Other with brown walls, carpet, grey floors and a feature wall.
KUBE architecturePaul Burk
Large contemporary look-out basement in DC Metro with light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Large contemporary look-out basement in DC Metro with light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Inspiration for a classic fully buried basement in Indianapolis with beige walls, beige floors, a home bar and feature lighting.
Jarrod Smart ConstructionCipher Imaging
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Other with grey walls, no fireplace, ceramic flooring and a dado rail.
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Other with grey walls, no fireplace, ceramic flooring and a dado rail.
Schill Architecture LLCThis is an example of a contemporary walk-out basement in Cleveland with carpet, no fireplace, grey walls and multi-coloured floors.
John Kraemer & SonsA John Kraemer & Sons built home in Eagan, MN.
Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Minneapolis with beige walls and feature lighting.
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Minneapolis with beige walls and feature lighting.
Jan Gleysteen Architects, IncPhotography by Richard Mandelkorn
This is an example of a large traditional basement in Boston with white walls, no fireplace, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.
This is an example of a large traditional basement in Boston with white walls, no fireplace, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.
Princeton Design CollaborativeHome theater with wood paneling and Corrugated perforated metal ceiling, plus built-in banquette seating. next to TV wall
photo by Jeffrey Edward Tryon
True Built, Inc.Photo of a classic basement in Atlanta with red walls, porcelain flooring and beige floors.
Aneka Interiors Inc.Inspiration for an expansive rustic look-out basement in Denver with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a feature wall.
Custom Design & ConstructionTraditional basement remodel of media room with bar area
Custom Design & Construction
Inspiration for a large classic look-out basement in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors and a chimney breast.
Inspiration for a large classic look-out basement in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors and a chimney breast.
Henck Design LLCThe basement serves as a hang out room, and office for Malcolm. Nostalgic jerseys from Ohio State, The Saints, The Panthers and more line the walls. The main decorative wall is a span of 35 feet with a floor to ceiling white and gold wallpaper. It’s bold enough to hold up to all the wall hangings, but not too busy to distract.
reStyled by ValerieLUXUDIO
Photo of a large modern fully buried basement in Columbus with brown walls and concrete flooring.
Photo of a large modern fully buried basement in Columbus with brown walls and concrete flooring.
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