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Basements
16 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
16 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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Built-in Bonanza
1/16Built-in Bonanza
1/16Photo Credit: Laura Stein InteriorsSource: laurasteininteriors.com
Toronto's <a href="https://laurasteininteriors.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Laura Stein</a> of Laura Stein Interiors created stylish storage in this subterranean stunner, a bedroom so nice it rivals the ones upstairs. Pull-out nightstands, tucked away when not in use, are clever space-savers. <br><br> RELATED: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/the-best-colour-palettes-to-brighten-a-basement-1913251/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Best Colour Palettes to Brighten a Dark Basement</a>.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelBuilt-in Bonanza
PHOTO 1 of 16READ LESS -Toronto's <a href="https://laurasteininteriors.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Laura Stein</a> of Laura Stein Interiors created stylish storage in this subterranean stunner, a bedroom so nice it rivals the ones upstairs. Pull-out nightstands, tucked away when not in use, are clever space-savers. <br><br> RELATED: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/the-best-colour-palettes-to-brighten-a-basement-1913251/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Best Colour Palettes to Brighten a Dark Basement</a>.Photo Credit: Laura Stein InteriorsSource: laurasteininteriors.com
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Picture Perfect
2/16Picture Perfect
2/16Photo Credit: Grace In My SpaceSource: graceinmyspace.com
Michigan-based designer Sarah Symonds redid her basement so it has a modern farmhouse feel. In order to modernize it without have to redo the entire wall, she applied a plaster treatment to rustic barnwood and she painted everything in a earthy hue. We love the new flooring and the picture ledge! Read about the remodel <a href="https://graceinmyspace.com/modern-farmhouse-basement-flooring/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">here.</a> <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/20-clever-ways-to-increase-the-value-of-your-basement-1909334/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">20 Clever Ways to Increase the Value of Your Basement</a>Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelPicture Perfect
PHOTO 2 of 16READ LESS -Michigan-based designer Sarah Symonds redid her basement so it has a modern farmhouse feel. In order to modernize it without have to redo the entire wall, she applied a plaster treatment to rustic barnwood and she painted everything in a earthy hue. We love the new flooring and the picture ledge! Read about the remodel <a href="https://graceinmyspace.com/modern-farmhouse-basement-flooring/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">here.</a> <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/basements/photos/20-clever-ways-to-increase-the-value-of-your-basement-1909334/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">20 Clever Ways to Increase the Value of Your Basement</a>Photo Credit: Grace In My SpaceSource: graceinmyspace.com
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Neutral Zone
3/16Neutral Zone
3/16Photo 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>Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelNeutral Zone
PHOTO 3 of 16READ 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
4/16Heads Up
4/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelHeads Up
PHOTO 4 of 16READ 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
5/16It Sparks Joy
5/16Photo 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>Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelIt Sparks Joy
PHOTO 5 of 16READ 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
6/16Hot Stuff
6/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelHot Stuff
PHOTO 6 of 16READ 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
7/16Colour Block
7/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelColour Block
PHOTO 7 of 16READ 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
8/16Softly Does It
8/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSoftly Does It
PHOTO 8 of 16READ 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
9/16Knotty and Nice
9/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKnotty and Nice
PHOTO 9 of 16READ 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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Snazzy Home Office
10/16Snazzy Home Office
10/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSnazzy Home Office
PHOTO 10 of 16READ 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
11/16Stylish Ideas
11/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelStylish Ideas
PHOTO 11 of 16READ 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
12/16Small but Mighty
12/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSmall but Mighty
PHOTO 12 of 16READ 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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Sophisticated Details
13/16Sophisticated Details
13/16Photo Credit: Terra Janelle DesignSource: www.terajanelle.com
Some basement kitchens look hastily thrown together. Not in this case. Terra Janelle of <a href="https://www.terajanelle.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Terra Janelle Design</a> went for gold with this beautiful kitchen that features a herringbone backsplash, an apron sink and glass-fronted cabinetry to show off the nice interior.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSophisticated Details
PHOTO 13 of 16READ LESS -Some basement kitchens look hastily thrown together. Not in this case. Terra Janelle of <a href="https://www.terajanelle.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Terra Janelle Design</a> went for gold with this beautiful kitchen that features a herringbone backsplash, an apron sink and glass-fronted cabinetry to show off the nice interior.Photo Credit: Terra Janelle DesignSource: www.terajanelle.com
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Kiddy Corner
14/16Kiddy Corner
14/16Photo 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.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKiddy Corner
PHOTO 14 of 16READ 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
15/16Sweat Equity
15/16Photo 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>.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSweat Equity
PHOTO 15 of 16READ 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
16/16The Adorned (and Adored) Apartment
16/16Photo 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>.Basements16 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelThe Adorned (and Adored) Apartment
PHOTO 16 of 16READ 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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