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Contemporary Basement Ideas and Designs

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Man Cave Makeover
Man Cave Makeover
BLB Design/BuildBLB Design/Build
Photo of a contemporary basement in Boston with a feature wall.
Basement Remodeling Projects
Basement Remodeling Projects
IMPROVE or MOVEIMPROVE or MOVE
Large contemporary fully buried basement in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, no fireplace, orange floors and a dado rail.
ASC With A Slice of Glam
ASC With A Slice of Glam
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Design ideas for a large contemporary basement in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace, beige floors and feature lighting.
Modern Rustic
Modern Rustic
Schill Architecture LLCSchill Architecture LLC
This is an example of a contemporary walk-out basement in Cleveland with carpet, no fireplace, grey walls and multi-coloured floors.
Basement Renovation - Bedroom, Playroom, Bathroom, Laundry, Family Room, Office
Basement Renovation - Bedroom, Playroom, Bathroom, Laundry, Family Room, Office
Fisher Group LLCFisher Group LLC
Complete Basement Renovation includes Playroom, Family Room, Guest Room, Home Office, Laundry Room, and Bathroom. Photography by Lydia Cutter.
Inspiration for a contemporary basement in DC Metro.
Lincolnwood Basement Remodel
Lincolnwood Basement Remodel
Airoom Architects-Builders-RemodelersAiroom Architects-Builders-Remodelers
This Lincolnwood basement remodeling project was designed with family time in mind. The open kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample bar seating make it the perfect spot to gather friends and family. A wet bar area with glass shelves and beautiful stone accent wall create extra storage for glassware, while the under the counter fridge provides plenty of room for wine and spirits. A powder room with a rich granite countertop and large framed mirror complete this unique space. Natural marble tiles carry over to the custom sauna which includes a frosted glass door, rain head shower and detachable massage fixture, making this basement remodeling project the ultimate getaway experience.
Cruse Basement
Cruse Basement
Stanley Martin RenovationsStanley Martin Renovations
For this job, we finished an completely unfinished basement space to include a theatre room with 120" screen wall & rough-in for a future bar, barn door detail to the family living area with stacked stone 50" modern gas fireplace, a home-office, a bedroom and a full basement bathroom.
Interiors
Interiors
Earthway Enterprises, IncEarthway Enterprises, Inc
This is an example of a contemporary basement in Kansas City.
Basement with Fireplace and Wet Bar
Basement with Fireplace and Wet Bar
Phil CoggeshallPhil Coggeshall
Inspiration for a contemporary basement in Philadelphia.
Modern Chateau
Modern Chateau
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Photo of an expansive contemporary basement in Calgary with a home cinema and a feature wall.
Parkville Interior Concrete Floor
Parkville Interior Concrete Floor
Hinkle HardscapesHinkle Hardscapes
Finished basement floors with stained concrete, bar area, and kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary walk-out basement in Kansas City with beige walls, concrete flooring and no fireplace.
Contemporary Basement
Contemporary Basement
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary basement in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and no fireplace.
Basement Renovation
Basement Renovation
Ileana Schinder, PLLCIleana Schinder, PLLC
Erin Kelleher
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary look-out basement in DC Metro with blue walls and a feature wall.
Bayview Ridge
Bayview Ridge
Bachly ConstructionBachly Construction
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary look-out basement in Toronto with carpet, a standard fireplace, white walls, white floors and a feature wall.
Full basement remodel - Family Room, Workout Room, Laundry Room April 2013
Full basement remodel - Family Room, Workout Room, Laundry Room April 2013
Rescon Basement SolutionsRescon Basement Solutions
French doors lead into basement family room area. Workout room and Laundry in separate spaces
Photo of a contemporary basement in Boston.
Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Silverleaf Estates Basement Reno
Bearded BuildersBearded Builders
Inspiration for a large contemporary walk-out basement in Omaha with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace, beige floors and a feature wall.
Smart PLAYING in Scarsdale
Smart PLAYING in Scarsdale
Smart PlayroomsSmart Playrooms
Kids' room - modern kids' room idea in New York - Houzz
Photo of a contemporary basement in New York with a feature wall.
Basements
Basements
Ranney & Rimington Custom BuildingRanney & Rimington Custom Building
Design ideas for a contemporary fully buried basement in Other with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Strand Home
Strand Home
About Space StudiosAbout Space Studios
Photo Credit: Nicole Leone
Photo of a contemporary fully buried basement in Los Angeles with beige walls, no fireplace, porcelain flooring and white floors.
Sensational Contemporary Colorado Home with Secret Book Case Door
Sensational Contemporary Colorado Home with Secret Book Case Door
DesignYourBasement.comDesignYourBasement.com
Design ideas for a contemporary basement in Denver.

Contemporary Basement 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 contemporary 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 contemporary basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

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. Start browsing through the photos on Houzz to get some contemporary 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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