Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz Design: Imbue Design
Design ideas for a contemporary look-out basement in Salt Lake City with concrete floors, no fireplace and grey walls.

A comfortable and contemporary family room that accommodates a family's two active teenagers and their friends as well as intimate adult gatherings. Fireplace flanked by natural grass cloth wallpaper warms the space and invites friends to open the sleek sleeper sofa and spend the night. Stephani Buchman Photography www.stephanibuchmanphotgraphy.com

Seth Hannula
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Minneapolis with grey walls and concrete floors.

Design ideas for a transitional look-out basement in Boston with grey walls, carpet and beige floor.

Detail of the new windows installed in the basement for bedrooms. All bedroom spaces have egress windows to meet code.
Design ideas for a large contemporary look-out basement in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

This is an example of a large fully buried basement in New York with grey walls.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architecture: Sharratt Design | Interior Design: Engler Studio | Photography: Landmark Photography
This is an example of a transitional basement in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

A custom built room for LEGO storage also provides a backdrop for a Media Room and a nearby bar. John Wilbanks Photography
This is an example of a transitional fully buried basement in Seattle with grey walls, no fireplace and a home bar.

Inspiration for a large contemporary walk-out basement in DC Metro with grey walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Golf club organizer placed in the golf simulator.
This is an example of a large transitional look-out basement in Chicago with grey walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

600 sqft basement renovation project in Oakville. Maximum space usage includes full bathroom, laundry room with sink, bedroom, recreation room, closet and under stairs storage space, spacious hallway

Updated Spec Home: Basement Living Area I promised you there would be a Season 2 of our series Updated Spec Home and here it is – Basement Family Room. My mom and sister found themselves spending more and more time in this room because it was a great open space to watch television and hang out with my sister’s two border collies. Color Scheme We pulled our color scheme from a floral fabric that they saw on a chair at my store, and we used it to reupholster their existing wood accent chairs. We used pops of turquoise and green throughout the space including the long back wall which was perfect to make a feature with this vibrant wallpaper in a geometric design. Defining the Space The room was so large that we needed to define different areas. The large rug in the oversized pattern was perfect for the seating area. Lighting Since there is only one small window bringing natural light into the space, we painted the remaining walls a light warm gray (Sherwin Williams’ City Loft SW7631) and added several table lamps and a floor lamp for task lighting. Reusing Existing Furniture Fortunately the space was large enough so my sister could keep her fabulous worn leather chair and ottoman and my mom could have an upholstered chair and ottoman in a subtle blue and green tweed. The large hallway leading to the storage area was the perfect place for these small bookcases which house family photos in various silver frames. The bookcases have a special place in our hearts – they belonged to my grandparents. We accessorized with a long painted box which was the perfect scale for the bookcases and a grouping of vibrant botanical prints. In lieu of a conventional media cabinet, my mom and sister found this one with a built-in fireplace. It brings a lot of warmth into the space – literally! Painted Furniture We had Kelly Sisler of Kelly Faux Creations paint their existing glass front cabinet this awesome apple green. Accessories include turquoise floral vases, a metallic circular vase, and a beautiful floral print. Reading Nook We positioned this original oil painting in the landing so it would be visible from the seating area. The landing was the perfect spot to display my sister’s collection of art glass. I love the small reading nook created with this rattan wooden accent chair and lantern floor lamp. We were able to make good use of the ledge in the stairwell by leaning these vibrant watercolors. The dogs even have their own space. Meet my two “nephews” – Dill and Atticus (the one with his back to us pouting). We used this colorful oversized canvas to define their space and break up the long wall. As you know, one good thing leads to another. Be sure to tune in next week for a surprise addition to this Updated Spec Home. In the meantime, check out this Basement Family Room designed by Robin’s Nest Interiors. Enjoy!

Gardner/Fox created this clients' ultimate man cave! What began as an unfinished basement is now 2,250 sq. ft. of rustic modern inspired joy! The different amenities in this space include a wet bar, poker, billiards, foosball, entertainment area, 3/4 bath, sauna, home gym, wine wall, and last but certainly not least, a golf simulator. To create a harmonious rustic modern look the design includes reclaimed barnwood, matte black accents, and modern light fixtures throughout the space.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional walk-out basement in Other with grey walls, carpet and a standard fireplace.

Photo of a mid-sized basement in Kansas City with grey walls, carpet and no fireplace.

600 sqft basement renovation project in Oakville. Maximum space usage includes full bathroom, laundry room with sink, bedroom, recreation room, closet and under stairs storage space, spacious hallway

Photo Credit: Steve Humphrey Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary basement in St Louis with grey walls.

Green sectional in media room with built-in bar area.
Photo of a transitional walk-out basement in Denver with grey walls, carpet, no fireplace and grey floor.

Basement walk-out with a large exterior French door
Photo of a large transitional walk-out basement in DC Metro with a home bar, grey walls, vinyl floors, no fireplace and brown floor.