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Look-out Basement Design Ideas

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Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Andrew James Hathaway (Brothers Construction)
Design ideas for a large transitional look-out basement in Denver with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.
Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Basement Finish North Denver, Colorado
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Andrew James Hathaway (Brothers Construction)
Large transitional look-out basement in Denver with beige walls, carpet and beige floor.
Prescott
Prescott
All Canadian RenovationsAll Canadian Renovations
Mid-sized traditional look-out basement in Other with multi-coloured walls and light hardwood floors.
Heritage Hills Colorado Basement Finish with Wine Cellar
Heritage Hills Colorado Basement Finish with Wine Cellar
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Photo By: Brothers Construction
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic look-out basement in Denver with beige walls and carpet.
Heritage Hills Colorado Basement Finish with Wine Cellar
Heritage Hills Colorado Basement Finish with Wine Cellar
Brothers ConstructionBrothers Construction
Photo By: Brothers Construction
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic look-out basement in Denver with carpet.
Scottane Street Basement
Scottane Street Basement
OakWood Designers & BuildersOakWood Designers & Builders
This is an example of a large look-out basement in Ottawa with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Burr Ridge Basement Finishing Project
Burr Ridge Basement Finishing Project
A Street Builders, Inc.A Street Builders, Inc.
Large traditional look-out basement in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.
Burr Ridge Basement Finishing Project
Burr Ridge Basement Finishing Project
A Street Builders, Inc.A Street Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a large traditional look-out basement in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.
Scottane Street Basement
Scottane Street Basement
OakWood Designers & BuildersOakWood Designers & Builders
This is an example of a large look-out basement in Ottawa with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Scottane Street Basement
Scottane Street Basement
OakWood Designers & BuildersOakWood Designers & Builders
Large look-out basement in Ottawa with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Look-out Basement Design Ideas

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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