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Country Basement Design Ideas with Cork Floors

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Fourth Avenue Basement
Fourth Avenue Basement
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Josh Ladouceur Photograhphy Tungsten Renovations
Design ideas for a mid-sized country fully buried basement in Ottawa with grey walls and cork floors.
Barrier Free Family Room
Barrier Free Family Room
Westridge HomesWestridge Homes
Country walk-out basement in Other with cork floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and yellow floor.
Home Yoga Studio
Home Yoga Studio
Interiors by PopovInteriors by Popov
This once cold and dusty basement was transformed into a gorgeous, serine yoga studio. Our client was determined to reuse and recycle as much of the existing features as possible. So, coming up with a design that felt "this century" with this much wood paneling was anything but trivial. After the initial nervous rush of "…OMG, what are we going to do here…", the challenge was surmounted, as it always is. The studio looks stunning. Cove lighting exaggerates the texture of the ceiling and highlights the beams. Cork flooring brings warmth and a unique softness to the space. The newly designed and remodeled bathroom feels like a high end spa. The client was ecstatic, which is, as always, the most important thing. Namaste!
Autumn Ridge-Telluride,CO
Autumn Ridge-Telluride,CO
Gies ArchitectsGies Architects
Large country basement in Denver with beige walls and cork floors.
Fourth Avenue Basement
Fourth Avenue Basement
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Josh Ladouceur Photograhphy Tungsten Renovations
Inspiration for a mid-sized country fully buried basement in Ottawa with grey walls and cork floors.
Fourth Avenue Basement
Fourth Avenue Basement
ClearClear
Josh Ladouceur Photograhphy Tungsten Renovations
Mid-sized country fully buried basement in Ottawa with grey walls and cork floors.

Country Basement Design Ideas with Cork 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 country 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 country 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 country 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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