2nd Family Room
Inspiration for a small transitional walk-out basement in Chicago with grey walls and carpet.

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath. Joe Nowak

Design ideas for a small traditional basement in Chicago with grey walls and carpet.

Penny Lane Home Builders
Photo of a small country look-out basement in Other with white walls, no fireplace and medium hardwood floors.

In this basement, Medallion Gold Dana Point White Chocolate Flat Panel cabinets were installed with Corian Cottage Lane countertops. Where the lower cabinets were installed there was a ledge on the wall. The cabinets were modified to fit around the ledge.

Finished Basement!
Photo of a small contemporary basement in Chicago with grey walls, carpet and beige floor.

Our murphy bed systems allow the wall to show through when opened. By not putting a solid back on it we make it appear to be less intrusive. People usually hang some pictures on the back wall. This unit utilized our customers existing queen mattress, saving them hundreds of dollars. All of our murphy bed systems can accommodate a mattress up to 12" thick.

Wall Color is Sherwin Williams 6169: Sedate Gray Counters are from quartz from Menards Refrigerator is Menards Cabinets are Ikea Stools are Target http://www.bastphotographymn.com

A custom bar in gray cabinetry with built in wine cube, a wine fridge and a bar fridge. The washer and drier are hidden behind white door panels with oak wood countertop to give the space finished look.

Small arts and crafts walk-out basement in Grand Rapids with beige walls, carpet and beige floor.

Balaton Builders, with team member Lukors LLC, Washington, D.C., 2020 Regional CotY Award Winner, Basement Under $100,000
Inspiration for a small contemporary walk-out basement in DC Metro with white walls and beige floor.

This basement appeared have many functions as a family room, kid's playroom, and bedroom. The existing wall of mirrors was hiding a closet which overwhelmed the space. The lower level is separated from the rest of the house, and has a full bathroom and walk out so we went with an extra bedroom capability. Without losing the family room atmosphere this would become a lower level "get away" that could transition back and forth. We added pocket doors at the opening to this area allowing the space to be closed off and separated easily. Emtek privacy doors give the bedroom separation when desired. Next we installed a Murphy Bed in the center portion of the existing closet. With new closets, bi-folding closet doors, and door panels along the bed frame the wall and room were complete.

This is an example of a small walk-out basement in Philadelphia with beige walls, carpet and grey floor.

Client had an idea to have a fun room off from their dance studio so party attendants would feel like they were outside (although inside) and in Tuscany. Budget $1,000.

This is a Bowman Kemp egress window system
Inspiration for a small traditional look-out basement in Philadelphia.

This basement appeared have many functions as a family room, kid's playroom, and bedroom. The existing wall of mirrors was hiding a closet which overwhelmed the space. The lower level is separated from the rest of the house, and has a full bathroom and walk out so we went with an extra bedroom capability. Without losing the family room atmosphere this would become a lower level "get away" that could transition back and forth. We added pocket doors at the opening to this area allowing the space to be closed off and separated easily. Emtek privacy doors give the bedroom separation when desired. Next we installed a Murphy Bed in the center portion of the existing closet. With new closets, bi-folding closet doors, and door panels along the bed frame the wall and room were complete.

Design ideas for a small traditional look-out basement in Denver with blue walls, cork floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Small traditional basement in Detroit with vinyl floors and brown floor.

Terence
Design ideas for a small transitional fully buried basement in Boston with beige walls, laminate floors and brown floor.