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Basement Design Ideas with Red Walls and Light Hardwood Floors

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Basement Renovation
Basement Renovation
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
Photo by Susan Teare
Inspiration for a traditional look-out basement in Burlington with red walls, no fireplace, light hardwood floors and orange floor.
Ravine
Ravine
All Canadian RenovationsAll Canadian Renovations
Inspiration for a large contemporary fully buried basement in Other with red walls and light hardwood floors.
71 Widows Rites Lane, Sudbury, MA
71 Widows Rites Lane, Sudbury, MA
Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.
Photo of a large contemporary look-out basement in Boston with red walls and light hardwood floors.
Modern Mountain Villa
Modern Mountain Villa
Sonoma Building CompanySonoma Building Company
Design ideas for a large modern walk-out basement in Other with red walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Ravine
Ravine
All Canadian RenovationsAll Canadian Renovations
Photo of a large contemporary fully buried basement in Other with red walls and light hardwood floors.
Ravine
Ravine
All Canadian RenovationsAll Canadian Renovations
Design ideas for a large contemporary fully buried basement in Other with red walls and light hardwood floors.

Basement Design Ideas with Red Walls and Light Hardwood Floors

Underground rooms and basements are an obvious way to add extra space at home, allowing homeowners to increase the square meterage of their home but preserve valuable garden space. With their expansive, wide-open layout, there are also a wide variety of uses for an underground room or basement. Depending on your needs, you could use a basement conversion as a wine cellar, man cave, or as an additional family room. With basements a rarity in Australia and New Zealand, adding or utilising this extra space is sure to gain the attention of potential buyers and add value to your home.

Can I add an underground extension to my home?

The most suitable blocks for underground rooms are those on a sloping site, because they allow for adequate ventilation and natural light. The ability to excavate under your home is also largely dependant on the type of soil your home sits on and water drainage. For this reason, it’s important that you speak to a home builder who has experience in building sub-ground living spaces. Some homes may already have an underfloor area that is going unused, in which case it can be deepened or extended to utilise the space.

What should I use my basement for?

Essentially an attached extension to your home, a basement is perfect for additional living, recreational and utility rooms. It could, however, also provide you with an entirely separate, self-contained annexe or apartment. Popular basement conversions include media rooms, wine cellars and storage rooms, but more exciting (and luxurious) transformations have included indoor swimming pools, sports courts and drive-in garages. The most practical are additional bedrooms or bathrooms, especially if you have a growing family or regularly accommodate guests. An architect will be able to help you work out the right solution, and the Houzz directory has plenty of them. Have a browse today!
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