Vibrant Basement-Choose non-toxic furniture to earn ceilings appear higher.
A faux-brick wall, fireplace mantel, slipcovered sofa and classic finds unite in this rustic area. Meg cleverly concealed wiring and ductwork into one long, 40-square-foot closet behind the doors flanking the fireplace.
Work with existing plumbing.
Placing this bath beside the pipes shaft made room for a freestanding sink in the little bathroom. New plumbing was added in the laundry room, along with the HVAC ducts were increased into the ceiling joists to allow for as much headroom as possible.
Vibrant Laundry Room-Pinch pennies with MDF cabinets and add your own trim.
H&H senior editor Meg Crossley turned into this unfinished basement laundry room into a laundry room oasis. Improper venting meant the washer and dryer had to be moved into the opposite wall, where they're currently hidden by bi-fold doors. Meg also added a convenient sink with a kitchen-worthy faucet, an upper shelf and lower closets for additional storage. A contractor cut door fronts out of MDF, then Meg added Shaker trim for a custom look. To give the basement an airy atmosphere, the space had been painted white. Sico's Light Sugar (4150-11), an aged white, makes the ceilings seem higher without feeling sterile or cold. The cabinets were painted robin's egg blue to get a country-inspired look.
Hidden Guest Bed
Incorporate a guest bed into your existing layout instead of putting up new partitions for another bedroom. This Murphy bed employs a suspension system which makes it possible to lift one finger. On each side of this queen-size bed, a market in the wall acts as a side table and is wired with a reading light. After the bed is folded up, homeowners Barbara and Michael Purdy utilize the freed-up space as a workout area.
Dark TV Area-Accessorize with cheap vintage finds.
It appears counter intuitive to paint your basement ceiling and walls in such a darkened hue, but stylist Arren Williams kept the space bright with mood light. The undermount light at the high-gloss storage components highlights our ranges, says Williams. This modern design has a masculine sense without yelling out bachelor pad.
Playful Home Office - Embrace brick walls rather than drywalling above them.
A red accent wall adds the appearance of depth to the room and feels daring and cheerful compared to the basement's simple black and white plot. The gallery wall features original drawings from designer Theresa Casey and her husband, Robert Gray.
Lower-Level Guest Bedroom-Wallpaper a wall instead of four.
In the 2009 Princess Margaret Showhome, the reduced level was completed with style. A focal wall was covered in a textured background while others were painted a creamy white to maximize light. A table and chandelier lamps make it possible for guests to select their preferred lighting.
Repurpose old furniture instead of buying new.
Designer and homeowner Barbara Purdy transformed a wood-burning fireplace to gas to create a cosy focus in this room. I couldn't find myself hauling logs down the stairs, she states. Radiant heating installed under the wood-look porcelain-tile floor adds much more warmth. The couch, a hand-me-down from her parents, was recovered and layered with cushions. Tour this cellar on Online TV, plus find more inspiration in our photo galleries of Barbara Purdy Designs, Budget Basement Decorating Tips and Suzanne Dimma's Favourite Dreamy Retreats.
Sleek Basement-Paint walls a dark and striking colour for a cosy effect.
Stylist Arren Williams' basement was made to be both practical and beautiful. A modern sectional couch in a charcoal fabric can sit many individuals while two cane ottomans can be used as side tables or extra chairs. To make the perfect setting for film night, Williams picked a thick, full-height velvet curtain to block out any unwanted light.
Refreshed Laundry Room
If you may 't afford to move pipes, keep the sink as-is and dress it up with a cloth skirt attached with double-sided Velcro. H&H design editor Sarah Hartill gave her basement laundry room a quick and effortless makeover by covering an old sink rack with a fairly floral skirt and including a graphic print rug to heat up the chilly floor tile. A countertop built to match over the laundry machines provides a folding surface, while simple stainless steel shelves shop various supplies.
Craft Area-Plan for multiuse corners to maximize performance in a little basement.
This laundry room doubles as a storage space, craft area and wrapping centre. Cabinetry constructed along the walls opposite the appliances holds lightbulbs, batteries, extra garbage bags and other household materials. A pegboard outfitted with hanging containers and tiny sticks keeps craft and wrap materials organized while an adjoining corkboard exhibits inspirational photographs for artwork and reno projects. Open shelves have been put high on the walls to add storage space without creating the small room feel closed in; baskets and bins are used here in order to keep small things corralled.
Sewing Room-Make low ceilings appear higher with customized built-ins that maximize vertical space.
This sewing, craft and gift-wrap station was designed to a nook of a basement laundry room. The programs included built-in closets that provide lots of storage to organize supplies and seasonal items. Straightforward Ikea boxes flip the spacious shelves into a tidy display and white paint keeps it clean and glowing. The durable slate flooring is sensible and elevates the decoration.
Modern Laundry Room
Consider seat pinning as a more affordable option to digging out a basement. The laundry room of the renovated basement was designed to be clean and bright with lots of storage. Straightforward drawers and cabinets maintain everything from linens to sports equipment arranged and out of sight. A farmhouse sink and industrial design faucet and artwork lined along the countertop make the decoration more worthy of a main-floor space than a basement for chores. Accessories like matching canisters and a dim tray finish off the look.
Basement remodeling can be stressful, and understandably so. However, the styling aspect will offer some much-needed fun. Seeing your basement take shape since the floor is installed along with the walls painted will be exciting and there is no feeling like watching it come to life because furniture is set in to place and light fixtures are installed.
