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Basements
14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower Level
February 6, 2019
There's this idea that basements are cold, both in temperature and vibe. They're good for storing potatoes, wine and seasonal clothes and that's about it. But these stylish spaces prove the opposite: basements are for lounging, cooking, eating, playing and exercising. Flip through for inspiration!
Basements
14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower Level
February 6, 2019
There's this idea that basements are cold, both in temperature and vibe. They're good for storing potatoes, wine and seasonal clothes and that's about it. But these stylish spaces prove the opposite: basements are for lounging, cooking, eating, playing and exercising. Flip through for inspiration!
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Neutral Zone
1/14Neutral Zone
1/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
To keep the upstairs calm, may we suggest moving the chaos downstairs? Set up a sofa with pretty pillows and a coffee table for snacks, and the teens will congregate in no time. On second thought, maybe you shouldn't make it too pretty... they'll never leave. Psst: Note the floor-to-ceiling drapery, which is exactly how they should hang to trick the eye into thinking there's a big window behind the fabric. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/20-easy-ways-to-brighten-up-a-dark-basement-1912447/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">20 Easy Ways to Brighten Up a Dark Basement</a>Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelNeutral Zone
PHOTO 1 of 14READ LESS -To keep the upstairs calm, may we suggest moving the chaos downstairs? Set up a sofa with pretty pillows and a coffee table for snacks, and the teens will congregate in no time. On second thought, maybe you shouldn't make it too pretty... they'll never leave. Psst: Note the floor-to-ceiling drapery, which is exactly how they should hang to trick the eye into thinking there's a big window behind the fabric. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/20-easy-ways-to-brighten-up-a-dark-basement-1912447/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">20 Easy Ways to Brighten Up a Dark Basement</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Heads Up
2/14Heads Up
2/14Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: www.janisnicolay.com
A wood-clad ceiling (a detail picked up on the sofa table) is an arresting focal point in the basement of <a href="https://www.greatcanadianhomes.ca/photos/this-playful-vancouver-home-features-surprising-pops-of-colour-1901534/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">this playful Vancouver home</a> that features a ravine walk-out. A colourful Missoni sofa is a great way to brighten up the white backdrop.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelHeads Up
PHOTO 2 of 14READ LESS -A wood-clad ceiling (a detail picked up on the sofa table) is an arresting focal point in the basement of <a href="https://www.greatcanadianhomes.ca/photos/this-playful-vancouver-home-features-surprising-pops-of-colour-1901534/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">this playful Vancouver home</a> that features a ravine walk-out. A colourful Missoni sofa is a great way to brighten up the white backdrop.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: www.janisnicolay.com
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It Sparks Joy
3/14It Sparks Joy
3/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Marie Kondo would surely give this super-tidy basement her blessing. Not a pin is out of place, which makes for a nice reading retreat. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/blog/renovate-basement-expert-flipper-1911034/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Renovate Your Basement Like a Pro: 10 Tips From an Expert Flipper</a>Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelIt Sparks Joy
PHOTO 3 of 14READ LESS -Marie Kondo would surely give this super-tidy basement her blessing. Not a pin is out of place, which makes for a nice reading retreat. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/blog/renovate-basement-expert-flipper-1911034/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Renovate Your Basement Like a Pro: 10 Tips From an Expert Flipper</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Hot Stuff
4/14Hot Stuff
4/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Many people like to use their basements as cozy hangouts. A wood-burning fireplace helps. Give it some love — instead of leaving the sides bare, create built-ins for a finished feel and flanking artwork for symmetry.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelHot Stuff
PHOTO 4 of 14READ LESS -Many people like to use their basements as cozy hangouts. A wood-burning fireplace helps. Give it some love — instead of leaving the sides bare, create built-ins for a finished feel and flanking artwork for symmetry.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Colour Block
5/14Colour Block
5/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
A basement with an indoor climbing gym, a swinging tire and a mat for rough-and-tumble play is perfect for kids to release all of that pent-up energy, especially during the winter. A bright green wall is a happy-making detail.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelColour Block
PHOTO 5 of 14READ LESS -A basement with an indoor climbing gym, a swinging tire and a mat for rough-and-tumble play is perfect for kids to release all of that pent-up energy, especially during the winter. A bright green wall is a happy-making detail.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Softly Does It
6/14Softly Does It
6/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Hygee, the Danish concept that embraces cozy living, is on show in this comfy basement. Lots of pillows, blankets, a graphic rug and a fireplace invite warmth.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSoftly Does It
PHOTO 6 of 14READ LESS -Hygee, the Danish concept that embraces cozy living, is on show in this comfy basement. Lots of pillows, blankets, a graphic rug and a fireplace invite warmth.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Knotty and Nice
7/14Knotty and Nice
7/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Contrast makes perfect in this basement, where warm wood meets crisp white for a stellar combo. Dark-painted walls on the nooks by the fireplace make the accessories pop.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKnotty and Nice
PHOTO 7 of 14READ LESS -Contrast makes perfect in this basement, where warm wood meets crisp white for a stellar combo. Dark-painted walls on the nooks by the fireplace make the accessories pop.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Play Time
8/14Play Time
8/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Look, the kids are going to make a mess. That's just how it is. They're going to toss the toys around and colour the walls (pro tip: chalk paint a wall or two) so you might as well create an open space for them to go wild. And enough storage to pack everything up when they're done.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelPlay Time
PHOTO 8 of 14READ LESS -Look, the kids are going to make a mess. That's just how it is. They're going to toss the toys around and colour the walls (pro tip: chalk paint a wall or two) so you might as well create an open space for them to go wild. And enough storage to pack everything up when they're done.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Snazzy Home Office
9/14Snazzy Home Office
9/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Working from home? Make your office as inspiring as it can be. The trick? Design it like you would any room in the house. Spruced up on HGTV's <em>Save My Reno</em>, this basement features bold blue built-in desk, a stylish seating area and warm flooring.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSnazzy Home Office
PHOTO 9 of 14READ LESS -Working from home? Make your office as inspiring as it can be. The trick? Design it like you would any room in the house. Spruced up on HGTV's <em>Save My Reno</em>, this basement features bold blue built-in desk, a stylish seating area and warm flooring.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Stylish Ideas
10/14Stylish Ideas
10/14Photo Credit: Jarrett Ford
Black adds depth and drama in this knock-out kitchen that's filled with cool touches. Eschewing upper cabinets on one wall lets the backsplash shine. Chunky shelves are functional and decorative. Brass accents invite warmth.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelStylish Ideas
PHOTO 10 of 14READ LESS -Black adds depth and drama in this knock-out kitchen that's filled with cool touches. Eschewing upper cabinets on one wall lets the backsplash shine. Chunky shelves are functional and decorative. Brass accents invite warmth.Photo Credit: Jarrett Ford
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Small but Mighty
11/14Small but Mighty
11/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Space tight? That doesn't mean your basement can't be amazing. Focus on building a vignette. Layer in multi-colour pillows, a contrasting rug, a sweet Scandi sofa with splayed legs and shelving to show off pretty things.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSmall but Mighty
PHOTO 11 of 14READ LESS -Space tight? That doesn't mean your basement can't be amazing. Focus on building a vignette. Layer in multi-colour pillows, a contrasting rug, a sweet Scandi sofa with splayed legs and shelving to show off pretty things.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Kiddy Corner
12/14Kiddy Corner
12/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Carving out a sweet little nook for your tots in your newly renovated basement will give your family plenty of space to play. Watch as <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sebastian Clovis and Sabrina Smelko make this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/nancy-erick-1428311107656/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">budget-friendly basement</a> come to life.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKiddy Corner
PHOTO 12 of 14READ LESS -Carving out a sweet little nook for your tots in your newly renovated basement will give your family plenty of space to play. Watch as <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sebastian Clovis and Sabrina Smelko make this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/nancy-erick-1428311107656/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">budget-friendly basement</a> come to life.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Sweat Equity
13/14Sweat Equity
13/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Basements are perfect spots to set up a home gym. (Not everyone wants to see heavy equipment upstairs.) Though with its red accents, this well-coordinated space from HGTV's <em>Save My Reno</em> is dapper enough for anywhere. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/natalie-adam-1435828803507/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Watch the episode where this basement transformation happens</a>.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSweat Equity
PHOTO 13 of 14READ LESS -Basements are perfect spots to set up a home gym. (Not everyone wants to see heavy equipment upstairs.) Though with its red accents, this well-coordinated space from HGTV's <em>Save My Reno</em> is dapper enough for anywhere. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/natalie-adam-1435828803507/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Watch the episode where this basement transformation happens</a>.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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The Adorned (and Adored) Apartment
14/14The Adorned (and Adored) Apartment
14/14Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
This welcoming basement apartment is all about the details: the shelving with space-saving table that flips down when not in use, the sleek kitchen that blends into the walls (good for small spaces) and the ethereal pendants. <br><br> RELATED: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/basement-dilemmas-solved-1913065/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Your 10 Most Common Basement Dilemmas, Solved</a>.Basements14 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelThe Adorned (and Adored) Apartment
PHOTO 14 of 14READ LESS -This welcoming basement apartment is all about the details: the shelving with space-saving table that flips down when not in use, the sleek kitchen that blends into the walls (good for small spaces) and the ethereal pendants. <br><br> RELATED: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/basement-dilemmas-solved-1913065/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Your 10 Most Common Basement Dilemmas, Solved</a>.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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