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Country Basement Ideas and Designs

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Wyman Hill
Wyman Hill
Sargent Design CompanySargent Design Company
Photography - Nat Rea www.natrea.com
Inspiration for a large farmhouse basement in Burlington.
Agriturismi
Agriturismi
Marco GuarducciMarco Guarducci
Photo of a country basement in Florence.
Victorian Farmhouse
Victorian Farmhouse
Thelen Total ConstructionThelen Total Construction
Inspiration for a rural basement in Milwaukee.
From Unfinished Basement to Terrace Level Suite
From Unfinished Basement to Terrace Level Suite
Elementz Atlanta, LLCElementz Atlanta, LLC
This is an example of a rural basement in Atlanta with grey walls and ceramic flooring.
Interni di villa ad Artena
Interni di villa ad Artena
Archstudio LucarelliArchstudio Lucarelli
This is an example of a farmhouse basement in Rome.
Media Room
Media Room
Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLCClaude C. Lapp Architects, LLC
Maryland Photography, Inc.
Expansive rural walk-out basement in DC Metro with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Maple Grove 6 Finished Basement
Maple Grove 6 Finished Basement
Edvenson Homes, Inc.Edvenson Homes, Inc.
Photo of a farmhouse basement in Minneapolis.
Can you feel the warmth with these reclaimed ship lap walls?
Can you feel the warmth with these reclaimed ship lap walls?
UserUser
This setting just makes you want to cozy up with that blanket and a good movie. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse look-out basement in New York with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floors.
lowered basement with barn board
lowered basement with barn board
Ted Hobson Designer At Allweather LandscapeTed Hobson Designer At Allweather Landscape
Ted Hobson
Design ideas for a farmhouse basement in Toronto.
Horseshoe Bay European Style Horse Barn
Horseshoe Bay European Style Horse Barn
Barn ProsBarn Pros
Design ideas for a farmhouse basement in Austin.
Rustic Bar / Mancave
Rustic Bar / Mancave
Code BCode B
Photo of a farmhouse basement in Bridgeport.
Bigfork Residence - Furniture, Design, Home Staging & Real Estate
Bigfork Residence - Furniture, Design, Home Staging & Real Estate
Beckman 'sBeckman 's
Design ideas for a country basement in Other.
North Buckhead Basement Buildout
North Buckhead Basement Buildout
Leah May Interior Design LLCLeah May Interior Design LLC
Design ideas for a country basement in Atlanta.
Farmhouse Style Renovation
Farmhouse Style Renovation
Chic & Co.Chic & Co.
Small farmhouse look-out basement in Montreal with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and beige floors.
Game Day-Ready Basement for Family and Fun
Game Day-Ready Basement for Family and Fun
American Dreamers RenovationsAmerican Dreamers Renovations
Photo of a farmhouse basement in Other.
Casale Privato
Casale Privato
Right ProjectRight Project
Photo of a farmhouse basement in Catania-Palermo.
New FarmHouse Bathroom
New FarmHouse Bathroom
MayBuildersMayBuilders
Euro Shower glass, Delta Oil Rubbed Bronze, Porcelain Tiles, Corian Countertops, shower niche, shower bench, heated ceramic tile floors, Farm house,
Inspiration for a farmhouse basement in Grand Rapids.
Modern Stone Farm House
Modern Stone Farm House
McCloskey BuildersMcCloskey Builders
Design ideas for a country basement in Other.
Springer Construction
Springer Construction
Springer Construction, LLCSpringer Construction, LLC
This is an example of a rural basement in Chicago.
Arch. G. Multari App. Magli CS
Arch. G. Multari App. Magli CS
Studio F64 Paolo Cappelli & Maurizio CriscuoloStudio F64 Paolo Cappelli & Maurizio Criscuolo
Studio F64©
Rural basement in Naples.

Country 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 country 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 country basement ideas such as home cinemas, gyms and spas, man caves or pool rooms.

What type of home is suitable for a country basement conversion?

A country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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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