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!
Published February 6, 2019, Updated October 2, 2020
Published February 6, 2019, Updated October 2, 2020
Basements
10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower Level
October 2, 2020
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!
Published February 6, 2019, Updated October 2, 2020
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Heads Up
1/10Heads Up
1/10Photo 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.hgtv.ca/photos/this-playful-vancouver-home-features-surprising-pops-of-colour-1901534/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this playful Vancouver home</a> that features a ravine walkout. A colourful Missoni sofa is a great way to brighten up the white backdrop. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/bright-living-room-sofas-1941391/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Bright Sofas That'll Bring Personality to Your Living Room</a>Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelHeads Up
PHOTO 1 of 10READ 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.hgtv.ca/photos/this-playful-vancouver-home-features-surprising-pops-of-colour-1901534/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this playful Vancouver home</a> that features a ravine walkout. A colourful Missoni sofa is a great way to brighten up the white backdrop. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/bright-living-room-sofas-1941391/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Bright Sofas That'll Bring Personality to Your Living Room</a>Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: www.janisnicolay.com
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Colour Block
2/10Colour Block
2/10Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
This basement by Bryan Baeumler has an indoor climbing gym, a swinging tire and a mat for rough-and-tumble play: it's perfect for kids to release all of that pent-up energy, especially during the winter. A bright green wall is a happy-making detail. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/kids-room-trends-1942020/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">For Sleep and Play: 15 Kids' Room Trends for 2021 That'll Have Your Kids Asking to Get Grounded</a>Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelColour Block
PHOTO 2 of 10READ LESS -This basement by Bryan Baeumler has an indoor climbing gym, a swinging tire and a mat for rough-and-tumble play: it's perfect for kids to release all of that pent-up energy, especially during the winter. A bright green wall is a happy-making detail. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kids-rooms/photos/kids-room-trends-1942020/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">For Sleep and Play: 15 Kids' Room Trends for 2021 That'll Have Your Kids Asking to Get Grounded</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Sweat Equity
3/10Sweat Equity
3/10Photo 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 <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis is dapper enough for anywhere. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/natalie-adam-1435828803507/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Watch the episode where this basement transformation happens</a>.Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSweat Equity
PHOTO 3 of 10READ 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 <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis is dapper enough for anywhere. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/videos/natalie-adam-1435828803507/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Watch the episode where this basement transformation happens</a>.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Knotty and Nice
4/10Knotty and Nice
4/10Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Contrast makes perfect in this basement by Bryan and Sarah Baeumler, where warm wood meets crisp white for a stellar combo. Dark-painted walls on the nooks by the fireplace make the accessories pop. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/toronto-home-fresh-update-1941343/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">This Toronto Home Proves You Don’t Have to Remove Wood Panelling for a Fresh Update</a>Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKnotty and Nice
PHOTO 4 of 10READ LESS -Contrast makes perfect in this basement by Bryan and Sarah Baeumler, where warm wood meets crisp white for a stellar combo. Dark-painted walls on the nooks by the fireplace make the accessories pop. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/toronto-home-fresh-update-1941343/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">This Toronto Home Proves You Don’t Have to Remove Wood Panelling for a Fresh Update</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Play Time
5/10Play Time
5/10Photo 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. This space by <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis did all that, plus enough <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-to-organize-small-spaces-for-maximum-storage-1928630/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">storage</a> to pack everything up when they're done.Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelPlay Time
PHOTO 5 of 10READ 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. This space by <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis did all that, plus enough <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/cleaning-and-organization/photos/how-to-organize-small-spaces-for-maximum-storage-1928630/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">storage</a> to pack everything up when they're done.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Stylish Ideas
6/10Stylish Ideas
6/10Photo Credit: Jarrett Ford
Black adds depth and drama in this knockout kitchen by Bryan and Sarah Baeumler. Eschewing upper cabinets on one wall lets the backsplash shine. Chunky shelves are functional and decorative. Brass accents invite warmth. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kitchens/photos/backsplash-tile-cabinetry-top-kitchen-trends-2021-1942522/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Backsplash, Tile, Cabinetry: The 15 Top Kitchen Trends for 2021</a>Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelStylish Ideas
PHOTO 6 of 10READ LESS -Black adds depth and drama in this knockout kitchen by Bryan and Sarah Baeumler. Eschewing upper cabinets on one wall lets the backsplash shine. Chunky shelves are functional and decorative. Brass accents invite warmth. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kitchens/photos/backsplash-tile-cabinetry-top-kitchen-trends-2021-1942522/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Backsplash, Tile, Cabinetry: The 15 Top Kitchen Trends for 2021</a>Photo Credit: Jarrett Ford
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Snazzy Home Office
7/10Snazzy Home Office
7/10Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
Working from home? Make your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/best-home-office-furniture-accessories-under-300-1936575/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">office</a> as inspiring as it can be. The trick? Design it like you would any room in the house. Spruced up on <em>Save My Reno</em> by Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis, this basement features a bold blue built-in desk, a stylish seating area and warm flooring.Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSnazzy Home Office
PHOTO 7 of 10READ LESS -Working from home? Make your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/photos/best-home-office-furniture-accessories-under-300-1936575/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">office</a> as inspiring as it can be. The trick? Design it like you would any room in the house. Spruced up on <em>Save My Reno</em> by Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis, this basement features a bold blue built-in desk, a stylish seating area and warm flooring.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Small, but Mighty
8/10Small, but Mighty
8/10Photo 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. We're lovin' this space by <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis.Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelSmall, but Mighty
PHOTO 8 of 10READ 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. We're lovin' this space by <em>Save My Reno</em>'s Sabrina Smelko and Sebastian Clovis.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Kiddy Corner
9/10Kiddy Corner
9/10Photo 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.Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelKiddy Corner
PHOTO 9 of 10READ 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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Adored Apartment
10/10Adored Apartment
10/10Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
This welcoming basement apartment from Scott McGillivray on <em>Income Property</em> 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 noreferrer" target="_blank">Your 10 Most Common Basement Dilemmas, Solved</a>Basements10 Beautiful Basements That Will Inspire You to Renovate Your Lower LevelAdored Apartment
PHOTO 10 of 10READ LESS -This welcoming basement apartment from Scott McGillivray on <em>Income Property</em> 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 noreferrer" target="_blank">Your 10 Most Common Basement Dilemmas, Solved</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
