Don’t let your basement become wasted space. With some remodeling, you can turn it into precious square feet of extra space for a guest bedroom, home office, playroom, TV room, mancave, workshop, home gym, media room, laundry area, storage space, even a wine cellar… think of all the possibilities! In this post, we will give some ideas for basement remodeling,...
The stairs leading down to your basement are what set the stage for this space below your home. If you’ve done the work to have a finished basement, don’t forget about the basement stairs. You need a staircase design that complements your basement home office or laundry room. That way, the stairs set the stage for the beautiful basement waiting...
Having a finished basement is nice, but having a bathroom in it is even better. Adding a bathroom to your finished basement means you never have to run back upstairs every time you need to use the restroom. This doesn’t sound like a big deal, but think about how many times you and your friends use the facilities when hanging...
Your bedroom is your sanctuary. Choose a decoration style that reflects your personality, and colors and patterns you actually like and feel comfortable with, rather than adopting interior design rules that don’t speak to your heart. Whether you prefer a more informal look or a classic and traditional style, it takes only a few touches here and there to transform...
Storage never seems to be enough! Garage and basements are the number one options for storage; that’s normally where we end up storing bulky items and everything else we don’t use much, to take them out of the way and out of sight! Sports gear, off-season clothing, camping equipment, tools, Christmas and Halloween decorations, and precious memorabilia, all tend to...
“Although a garage is not usually considered a ‘room’ of the house, it probably should be.” -Chris Marshall We consider the garage to be a very important room in the house. In fact, you could crown it the king of all storage zones because where else can bicycles, heavy tools, garden tools, and craft room supplies so wonderfully coexist? Before...
“The garage is the space for the hacker, the tinkerer, the maker. The garage is not defined by a single field or industry; instead, it is defined by the eclectic interests of its inhabitants. It is a space where intellectual networks converge.” -Steven Johnson It doesn’t matter what you enjoy most about your garage—it only matters that this essential room...
If you have an unused basement, consider transforming it into a cozy guestroom. Or maybe your teenage kid would like a bigger space to sleep and hang out with friends. Here are some ideas for cool basement bedrooms! 1. Budget-Friendly Basement Remodeling Essentials There are numerous ways to make a budget-friendly remodel in your basement and transform it into a...
Storage is a must, no matter whether you live in a tiny apartment or a big house – the more space you have, the more storage you need! And it never seems to be enough! You must choose your storage options wisely, and optimize the space, so that it is efficient and easy to access. There are several storage options,...
It doesn’t matter what type of furniture you buy and the amount of decor you add to your basement; if the flooring is still unfinished, it ruins the entire look and feel of your basement. In addition, the bare concrete doesn’t look great and feels cold and damp on your feet. So, isn’t it time you finally finish your basement...
