But basements don’t have to stay that way. They can be remodeled and finished so that they not only integrate with the rest of the home but become beautiful and valuable assets to the property. The first goal of any basement remodel is to decide how to finish the large surfaces: flooring, walls, and ceiling. In a completely unfinished basement, the floor may be concrete, the walls concrete block or bare studs, and the ceiling joists of the floor above. Once the major surfaces have been installed, the area can be remodeled just like any other area of the home. When you see the amazing basement remodels that these homeowners have accomplished, you’ll feel the spark of inspiration to take on this weighty but worthwhile project. Basement Remodel Man-Office from Unskinny Boppy Basement Remodel from The Heathered Nest Fortunately, design blogger Kat, along with husband Mitch, had enough vision to see beyond this basement’s dark, dungeon-like state. Basement Total Remodel from Maple Leaves and Sycamore Trees An even more challenging aspect: the jack-posts, or adjustable steel columns, shoring up the floor above. These posts could not be removed since they were structurally necessary. Basement Remodel from The Handmade Home Family Room Basement Remodel from Chris Loves Julia Low-Cost Basement Remodel from Young House Love Kid-Friendly Basement Remodel from Mommy Shorts Family Room Basement Remodel from Old House to New Home Gwen Hefner and husband Micah wanted to turn their tiny, airless basement space into a comfortable mancave. They had the basics to start with. The next step, Gwen says, would be a true test to her design skills. But the brilliant trick she employed to disguise the too-low ceiling was to paint the walls and ceiling the same color (Farrow & Ball, Elephant’s Breath). Painting the ceiling white and the walls a different color would have created a horizontal line. The eye would use this line to establish the height of the ceiling. Instead, walls and ceiling blur together, making the ceiling look higher than it really is. Basement Mancave Remodel from The Makerista Next, she added pops of interest with unique items, like the aged gold ceiling light fixture from Joss & Main. The fireplace not only adds warmth to the room for guests but provides a welcome focal point. The result is an adorable basement remodel that can now rightfully be called an integrated part of the home. Complete Basement Makeover from Landeelu
