The goal of the finished outcome for this basement space was to create several functional areas and keep the lux factor high. The large media room includes a games table in one corner, large Bernhardt sectional sofa, built-in custom shelves with House of Hackney wallpaper, a jib (hidden) door that includes an electric remote controlled fireplace, the original stamped brick wall that was plastered and painted to appear vintage, and plenty of wall moulding. Down the hall you will find a cozy mod-traditional bedroom for guests with its own full bath. The large egress window allows ample light to shine through. Be sure to notice the custom drop ceiling - a highlight of the space. The finished basement also includes a large studio space as well as a workshop. There is approximately 1000sf of functioning space which includes 3 walk-in storage areas and mechanicals room.

A generous recreation room and guest suite comprise the lower level, and a large bonus room provides ample space for future use. G. Frank Hart Photography: http://www.gfrankhartphoto.com/

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional fully buried basement in Edmonton with green walls, a stone fireplace surround, concrete floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Newly Finished Basement With Brick Fireplace and Space For Seating
This is an example of a large transitional basement in Boston with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floor.

The boot room, painted with half height gloss green walls for practicality and impact.
This is an example of a small transitional basement in London with green walls.

Here's one of our most recent projects that was completed in 2011. This client had just finished a major remodel of their house in 2008 and were about to enjoy Christmas in their new home. At the time, Seattle was buried under several inches of snow (a rarity for us) and the entire region was paralyzed for a few days waiting for the thaw. Our client decided to take advantage of this opportunity and was in his driveway sledding when a neighbor rushed down the drive yelling that his house was on fire. Unfortunately, the house was already engulfed in flames. Equally unfortunate was the snowstorm and the delay it caused the fire department getting to the site. By the time they arrived, the house and contents were a total loss of more than $2.2 million. Our role in the reconstruction of this home was two-fold. The first year of our involvement was spent working with a team of forensic contractors gutting the house, cleansing it of all particulate matter, and then helping our client negotiate his insurance settlement. Once we got over these hurdles, the design work and reconstruction started. Maintaining the existing shell, we reworked the interior room arrangement to create classic great room house with a contemporary twist. Both levels of the home were opened up to take advantage of the waterfront views and flood the interiors with natural light. On the lower level, rearrangement of the walls resulted in a tripling of the size of the family room while creating an additional sitting/game room. The upper level was arranged with living spaces bookended by the Master Bedroom at one end the kitchen at the other. The open Great Room and wrap around deck create a relaxed and sophisticated living and entertainment space that is accentuated by a high level of trim and tile detail on the interior and by custom metal railings and light fixtures on the exterior.

The basement's concept was Irish pubs vibes with dark Irish green as the main color, and carbon-like LED bulbs covering the low ceiling with a variety of multicolored cables to match the upholstery fabrics of the sitting arrangements. Across the basement, wall surface mounted green fixtures with a combined uplight and downlight effects emphasize the unique wallpaper and plaster.

Photo Credits: Greg Perko Photography
Large traditional look-out basement in Boston with green walls, carpet and no fireplace.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional basement in Milwaukee with green walls and a corner fireplace.

Design ideas for a large traditional walk-out basement in Other with green walls, brown floor and recessed.

This is an example of a large modern fully buried basement in Philadelphia with green walls, carpet, no fireplace and green floor.

Inspiration for a large modern fully buried basement in Philadelphia with green walls, carpet, no fireplace and green floor.

The basement's concept was Irish pubs vibes with dark Irish green as the main color, and carbon-like LED bulbs covering the low ceiling with a variety of multicolored cables to match the upholstery fabrics of the sitting arrangements. Across the basement, wall surface mounted green fixtures with a combined uplight and downlight effects emphasize the unique wallpaper and plaster.

Newly Finished Basement With Brick Fireplace and Space For Seating
This is an example of a large transitional basement in Boston with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floor.

Large traditional walk-out basement in Other with green walls, brown floor and recessed.