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Mediterranean Revival | Summit, NJ
Mediterranean Revival | Summit, NJ
Rosen Kelly Conway Architecture & DesignRosen Kelly Conway Architecture & Design
Builder: Orchard Hills Design and Construction, LLC Interior Designer: ML Designs Kitchen Designer: Heidi Piron Landscape Architect: J. Kest & Company, LLC Photographer: Christian Garibaldi
Billiard Room
Billiard Room
Jarrod Smart ConstructionJarrod Smart Construction
Cipher Imaging
Inspiration for a traditional basement in Other with grey walls, no fireplace and ceramic floors.
Basement
Basement
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
This is an example of a large traditional fully buried basement in New York with brown walls, carpet and no fireplace.
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Georgian Residence New Canaan
Georgian Residence New Canaan
Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.
Photo by Jeff McNamara. Pool Table is from Blatt Billiards model is The Chatham. www.blattbillards.com
Design ideas for a large traditional look-out basement in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.
Traditional Basement Retreat
Traditional Basement Retreat
Worthington Design & RemodelingWorthington Design & Remodeling
Semi-custom cabinetry with quartz countertops and undercabinet lighting
Mid-sized traditional look-out basement in Indianapolis with beige walls, no fireplace, beige floor and carpet.
Basement Wet Bar
Basement Wet Bar
Heartland Design and RemodelingHeartland Design and Remodeling
This NVS Remodeling & Design project is a basement remodel in South Riding, Virginia. The homeowner and NVS designer were able to dream up a warm, inviting basement plan that lends itself to cozy movie nights as well as large parties (the homeowners love to entertain!). The NVS production team carried out the design to perfection (our carpenter even custom-made rounded shelves to house the liquor). When you are in the space, it does not even feel like a basement.
Crisp Architects
Crisp Architects
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Basement Pub. Rob Karosis Photographer
Photo of a traditional fully buried basement in New York with dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige walls and grey floor.
Basement 11144
Basement 11144
J.S. Brown & Co.J.S. Brown & Co.
Designed by J.S. Brown & Co. Photography by Will Shively.
Inspiration for a traditional walk-out basement in Columbus with carpet.
The Pointe on Andesite
The Pointe on Andesite
Pearson Design GroupPearson Design Group
Design ideas for a traditional basement in Other.
Highfield - Lakefront Estate
Highfield - Lakefront Estate
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
The Highfield is a luxurious waterfront design, with all the quaintness of a gabled, shingle-style home. The exterior combines shakes and stone, resulting in a warm, authentic aesthetic. The home is positioned around three wings, each ending in a set of balconies, which take full advantage of lake views. The main floor features an expansive master bedroom with a private deck, dual walk-in closets, and full bath. The wide-open living, kitchen, and dining spaces make the home ideal for entertaining, especially in conjunction with the lower level’s billiards, bar, family, and guest rooms. A two-bedroom guest apartment over the garage completes this year-round vacation residence. The main floor features an expansive master bedroom with a private deck, dual walk-in closets, and full bath. The wide-open living, kitchen, and dining spaces make the home ideal for entertaining, especially in conjunction with the lower level’s billiards, bar, family, and guest rooms. A two-bedroom guest apartment over the garage completes this year-round vacation residence.
A Collaborative Design Group
A Collaborative Design Group
A Collaborative Design GroupA Collaborative Design Group
Builder: Gallaghers Homes Photo Credit: Grant Waddell- Trilogy Studios
Traditional basement in Calgary.
Private Beach Residence
Private Beach Residence
JS Interiors LLCJS Interiors LLC
Traditional fully buried basement in Portland Maine with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.
North Shore Drive
North Shore Drive
Studio M InteriorsStudio M Interiors
Scott Amundson Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional basement in Minneapolis with beige walls, carpet and beige floor.
Algonquin
Algonquin
Dennis FooteDennis Foote
Traditional basement in Chicago.
Traditional Basement
Traditional Basement
Inspiration for a traditional fully buried basement in Indianapolis with beige walls, beige floor and a home bar.
Classical Shingle
Classical Shingle
Jan Gleysteen Architects, IncJan Gleysteen Architects, Inc
Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
This is an example of a large traditional basement in Boston with white walls, no fireplace and medium hardwood floors.
Chase Farms major renovation
Chase Farms major renovation
Emery Design | BuildEmery Design | Build
Phoenix photographic
Design ideas for a large traditional basement in Detroit with brown walls, slate floors, no fireplace and a home bar.
Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Sensible Home DesignSensible Home Design
This is an example of a traditional basement in Cincinnati.
Hillsborough Basement | Interior Painting
Hillsborough Basement | Interior Painting
Paint PerfectPaint Perfect
Traditional basement in New York.

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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!
Wine Bar with Painted Cabinets
Wine Bar with Painted Cabinets
Liston Design BuildListon Design Build
Photo of a traditional basement in St Louis with brown floor.
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