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From waterproofing to stair lights to adding a bathroom, here are 10 things you won't regret doing when finishing a basement.
I have two questions for you. First, are you lucky enough to have a lower level offering extra multi-functional living space? Second, are you making the most of it to impress buyers? Probably not, home experts say. If you’re not thoughtful about your basement layout and its uses, it won’t actually add much value to your property. Here are six common mistakes you may be making when it comes to making the most of basements, and what to do instead.
Fiber Optic Panel Star Ceiling: For my wife & I, a dream of ours has always been to have a home theater to watch movies with our family. This past winter we've finally been able to make it a reality. We had our basement finished and in doing so, I planned a good sized room to …
Is Your Basement a Beast? How to Make It Less Creepy and More Cheery - For many homeowners, the basement is a dusty, creepy, unfinished area of the home that is…
This project includes a rec room, guest bedroom, and a hidden speakeasy that showcases a collection of rare whiskeys from around the world.
Episode 3 of Dream Home Makeover Season 3 introduced us to Andrea, Bobby, and their family — each with a unique spin on the vision for this basement remodel.
Discover a variety of finished basement ideas, layouts and decor to inspire your basement remodel.
Suddenly your couch seems really inadequate.
See more details from The McGee Home Basement from Dream Home Makeover and see the skate ramp, sauna, rock climbing wall, and gym.
by Robin Along the way, we have become experts in basement ceiling ideas. We're actually very proud of this. It's a great example of what we're all about: taking a problem and figuring out an
Gallery of cool finished basement ideas for your downstairs space. See finished basement designs including home bars, game rooms, home gyms & movie rooms
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Discover a variety of finished basement ideas, layouts and decor to inspire your basement remodel.
You won't believe how this scary basement transformed into the prettiest living area and guest suite.
Basements may be known for being dark and dreary, but we wanted to design our basement at The McGee Home to feel light, airy, and beautiful. Here are a few things we did to make our basement not feel like a basement.
by Robin (with Steps by Ed) I knew a painted basement ceiling was the right solution for our basement pub and hobby room. It ticked a lot of kinda-boring practical boxes. (I share all the
Photos by Dylan Photography. This 10,000-square-foot Stouffville, Ontario home - custom-designed by Royal Interior Design - is a carefully crafted blend of beauty, elegance and function. "A lot of people think a beautiful home is not practical or functional for children or everyday living," says Royal Interior Design principal Catherine-Lucie Horber. "I always try to find the perfect balance of beauty and function." The basement is a case in point. With the abundance of trim work, beautiful finishes, dark flooring, plush furnishings and glam accessories, it has an elegance that could easily translate to a sophisticated condo. As pretty as it is, this basement is about function and fun too. It's an entertainer's dream - with a bar/kitchen, large dining table, lounge area with fireplace, wine cellar, craft room and movie theatre. Rustic touches like the live-edge dining table (paired with stools that have an industrial feel) keep the basement from feeling too precious. It's easy to imagine hosting friends in this accommodating space - adults grabbing their favourite bottle from the wine cellar while the kids take advantage of a fridge stocked with sparkling water and juices. The rustic yet elegant wine cellar boasts a coffered ceiling, brick walls and striking black pendant light. Not to mention that very cool barrel/table. The dedicated crafting and sewing room lends a touch of whimsy to the basement, with a playful colour scheme of pink, teal and yellow. It's a space that begs to be used - the perfect spot to unleash your creativity. Like the other spaces within the basement, the craft room is also exceedingly practical. In this case, craft and sewing supplies are contained in colourful storage boxes and mounted on brightly hued pegboards, so they're easy to find without creating clutter. Movie nights are a necessity all year round with this in-home movie theatre. I'm pretty sure this family of four must be fighting off guests. Even if you don't have the budget and/or space for a basement this elegant, I think we can all take away some ideas from this design. Most importantly, we can treat our basements like we would any other area of our homes. Add extra lighting, accessories, flowers and special touches that speak to your family and your personality. Think about what you want to use the space for and how you like to spend your free time. Maybe you can't install a wine cellar, but a wine fridge would do nicely. Maybe you can get some comfy chairs to go with your big-screen TV. On that note, I'm off to organize my craft supplies... My thanks to Catherine-Lucie for giving us a look at her stunning design! Let me know if you want to see more of this fabulous home. Perhaps a look at the dream closet, complete with skylight?
I love going to the Parade of Homes- full of inspiration! There are some amazing dream home design features that I want to remember. Dream closet, pools...
by Robin (with Steps by Ed) I knew a painted basement ceiling was the right solution for our basement pub and hobby room. It ticked a lot of kinda-boring practical boxes. (I share all the
Draw inspiration from 19 of our favorite finished basements. Scroll through various spaces that feature full kitchens, wet bars, and entertainment areas.
When we first saw this cute little Ranch Home we knew we could transform it into something that checked all the boxes for a potential home buyer, while still keeping it one level. Like most mid-ce…
Check out these easy and affordable unfinished basement ideas. Turn your basement into a welcoming and livable space with easy DIYs!
Get inspired for your basement remodel with the FBC Remodel basement ideas gallery! Check out over 100 finished basement remodel projects from the FBC Remodel team.
Try these basement ideas to make use of the extra space in your home.
The basement can be a notoriously messy space. Clean up, get organized and reclaim your lower level with these creative basement shelving ideas.
An example of a painted basement ceiling (black) with photos. Why we chose this option, how we did it and if we would do it again.
Need basement design ideas? We have loads of them featuring all kinds of rooms, colors, materials and layouts. Check out this epic basement design gallery for your basement reno project.
Our basement remodel was an investment of time and money. But the outcome was worth it and more! We now have a bright and clean, yet cozy and comfortable space that adds to our home in so many ways.
There’s something humbling and almost tearfully beautiful about the tiles perfectly aligned on the sidewalk. About smooth cake icing that looks like an ice-skating rink. About a spotless lid on a yogurt cup. About the clouds forming a perfect…You get it.
Intro by Robin & Steps by Ed This gorgeous plywood ceiling solved a lot of problems and doesn't look cheap at all, but we made it with a tiny budget! We were unhappy with the
Let's create beautiful, organized spaces where you and your family can thrive!
Great tips for planning and designing a basement renovation, especially if adding a bathroom. Consider what can be worked around, and what must go.
Get inspired for your basement remodel with the FBC Remodel basement ideas gallery! Check out over 100 finished basement remodel projects from the FBC Remodel team.
Draw inspiration from 19 of our favorite finished basements. Scroll through various spaces that feature full kitchens, wet bars, and entertainment areas.
How to update an unfinished basement on a budget. It's time to use the available space and create a cozy room you can enjoy now.
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
See how we turned a messy unfinished basement space into an industrial style basement gym a tiny budget of less than $100.
Finishing a basement rec room is a great way to boost living space in your home, but only if you get the details right. Click to learn the essential basics.
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
Looking for a basement layout that's practical and stunning? See how our expert architect has turned a basement into a lovely multi-functional space
Remodeling a basement? It’s a great space to relax or entertain and these 11 makeover ideas will inspire you no matter what you have in mind. Come peek!
