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Contemporary Basement Ideas and Designs
What type of home is suitable for a contemporary basement conversion?
A contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.
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Whether you want inspiration for planning a contemporary basement renovation or are building a designer basement from scratch, Houzz has 16,960 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Sigmar and FBC Remodel. Look through basement photos in different colours and styles and when you find a contemporary basement design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful contemporary basement ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
This is an example of a contemporary basement in Surrey with beige floors.
Recessed lighting square on ceiling - tim_flagg
Petr Krejci
Design ideas for a contemporary basement in London with white walls and multi-coloured floors.
Shelves and frames on wall maybe Day room - webuser_876894569
Lyndon Douglas
Inspiration for a contemporary basement in London.
Flat roof lanterns and style of sliding doors - webuser_528753459
Inspiration for a contemporary basement in London.
media room - sararazvi
This is an example of a contemporary basement in London.
- cupboard around tv
- lighting design around it - sk_255
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary basement in San Diego with brown floors, multi-coloured walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Cool understair chair - traceymil
©Finished Basement Company
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary look-out basement in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.
Inspiration for a large contemporary fully buried basement in New York with dark hardwood flooring, grey walls and brown floors.
Hand rail and colour of the walls - paulgibbons
Basement play area for kids
Contemporary look-out basement in DC Metro with white walls, ceramic flooring, no fireplace and grey floors.
Conceal pillars, pipes and other less-than-attractive details Check with a knowledgeable source before covering anything, to be sure you are not creating a safety hazard or blocking needed access. That caveat aside, it can be worth it to invest some of your basement budget into coverings (such as the sleek, horizontal wood panels shown here) that hide eyesores and help your space look really pulled together. - joolshicks
Referred to inside H&H as “the basement of dreams,” this project transformed a raw, dark, unfinished basement into a bright living space flooded with daylight. Working with architect Sean Barnett of Polymath Studio, Hammer & Hand added several 4’ windows to the perimeter of the basement, a new entrance, and wired the unit for future ADU conversion.
This basement is filled with custom touches reflecting the young family’s project goals. H&H milled custom trim to match the existing home’s trim, making the basement feel original to the historic house. The H&H shop crafted a barn door with an inlaid chalkboard for their toddler to draw on, while the rest of the H&H team designed a custom closet with movable hanging racks to store and dry their camping gear.
Photography by Jeff Amram.
Bookshelves - gurungmb
Andy Mamott
Design ideas for a large contemporary look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace and grey floors.
Layout kitchen dining - atiaadeel
Design ideas for a contemporary basement in New York.
Shorten Space to add "Built in" Storage - ng_thecomductor
Marina Storm
Design ideas for a large contemporary fully buried basement in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floors.
Home Pix Media
Design ideas for a contemporary fully buried basement in Nashville with beige floors.
Contemporary look-out basement in Omaha with white walls, carpet, a stone fireplace surround, a ribbon fireplace and beige floors.
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mirror wall - judit_v_r_s
Hardy Team
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary walk-out basement in Vancouver with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring and a ribbon fireplace.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls and vinyl flooring.
Floor and wall - dhaddas