Subterranean spaces have tons of potential — you just have to show them some love. Channel your inner cozy gene with these simple ideas and take the party downstairs already.
Basements
17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy
February 13, 2017
Subterranean spaces have tons of potential — you just have to show them some love. Channel your inner cozy gene with these simple ideas and take the party downstairs already.
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1. Snuggly Pillows That Look Like Real Pets
1/171. Snuggly Pillows That Look Like Real Pets
1/17Photo Credit: Etsy
Allergic to dogs or cats? Who cares! With these cute cushions you can have a snuggly friend in the basement without the itchy consequences — and no having to pick up after Rufus. <br><br> The custom silkscreen pillows ($108 each) are made by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/shannonbroder?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Etsy seller Shannon Broder</a> of Broderpress who makes a host of other cool animal pillows in her New York studio.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy1. Snuggly Pillows That Look Like Real Pets
PHOTO 1 of 17READ LESS -Allergic to dogs or cats? Who cares! With these cute cushions you can have a snuggly friend in the basement without the itchy consequences — and no having to pick up after Rufus. <br><br> The custom silkscreen pillows ($108 each) are made by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/shannonbroder?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Etsy seller Shannon Broder</a> of Broderpress who makes a host of other cool animal pillows in her New York studio.Photo Credit: Etsy
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2. A Ridiculously Soft Chair
2/172. A Ridiculously Soft Chair
2/17Photo Credit: pbteen.comSource: www.pbteen.com
OK, so this white blob isn't the most design-forward piece of furniture, but it's all about comfort when you're adding warmth down below, and the Ivory Furlicious Faux-Fur Eco-Lounger ($249) delivers.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy2. A Ridiculously Soft Chair
PHOTO 2 of 17READ LESS -OK, so this white blob isn't the most design-forward piece of furniture, but it's all about comfort when you're adding warmth down below, and the Ivory Furlicious Faux-Fur Eco-Lounger ($249) delivers.Photo Credit: pbteen.comSource: www.pbteen.com
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3. An Ampersand Candle to Get Your Glow on
3/173. An Ampersand Candle to Get Your Glow on
3/17Photo Credit: westelm.caSource: www.westelm.ca
Light up this metallic candle and watch everyone gravitate towards its interesting shape. Fire immediately evokes warmth, which is exactly what you want in a basement! This one is $9 through West Elm.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy3. An Ampersand Candle to Get Your Glow on
PHOTO 3 of 17READ LESS -Light up this metallic candle and watch everyone gravitate towards its interesting shape. Fire immediately evokes warmth, which is exactly what you want in a basement! This one is $9 through West Elm.Photo Credit: westelm.caSource: www.westelm.ca
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4. The Coolest Mug for Steamy Beverages
4/174. The Coolest Mug for Steamy Beverages
4/17Photo Credit: Casa CubistaSource: www.casacubista.com
Made in Portugal, the Woof Mug is cast in warm terracotta and then finished with a clear glaze. It's the perfect size for a hefty cup of coffee, tea or warm cocoa. As these mugs are handmade, each one ends up with a slightly different character. Because steamy beverages are required on cold winter nights, hit up <a href="http://www.casacubista.com" target="_blank">Casa Cubista</a> to order yours for just under $10.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy4. The Coolest Mug for Steamy Beverages
PHOTO 4 of 17READ LESS -Made in Portugal, the Woof Mug is cast in warm terracotta and then finished with a clear glaze. It's the perfect size for a hefty cup of coffee, tea or warm cocoa. As these mugs are handmade, each one ends up with a slightly different character. Because steamy beverages are required on cold winter nights, hit up <a href="http://www.casacubista.com" target="_blank">Casa Cubista</a> to order yours for just under $10.Photo Credit: Casa CubistaSource: www.casacubista.com
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5. Gorgeously Glam Curtain Panels
5/175. Gorgeously Glam Curtain Panels
5/17Photo Credit: West ElmSource: westelm.ca
Stella, a gold metallic Deco panel ($60 to $109 at West Elm), is made of 100% cotton and will add major chic factor downstairs. Layering textiles is almost always a good idea when you want to warm up a room. <br><br>Small basement windows? Fake it by draping these beauties near the ceiling over a dinky window to get the desired billowy effect.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy5. Gorgeously Glam Curtain Panels
PHOTO 5 of 17READ LESS -Stella, a gold metallic Deco panel ($60 to $109 at West Elm), is made of 100% cotton and will add major chic factor downstairs. Layering textiles is almost always a good idea when you want to warm up a room. <br><br>Small basement windows? Fake it by draping these beauties near the ceiling over a dinky window to get the desired billowy effect.Photo Credit: West ElmSource: westelm.ca
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6. A Super-Soft Multi-Purpose Pouf
6/176. A Super-Soft Multi-Purpose Pouf
6/17Photo Credit: bedbathandbeyond.caSource: www.bedbathandbeyond.ca
Whoa, this is smart. The Anthology Sit & Store Folding Ottoman in Tufted Aqua from Bed, Bath and Beyond basically does everything except give you a massage. You can sit on it, rest your feet on it, store some slippers in the pockets and use the interior to hide stuff. Plus it folds for easy storage when not in use. Did we mention it's only $15?Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy6. A Super-Soft Multi-Purpose Pouf
PHOTO 6 of 17READ LESS -Whoa, this is smart. The Anthology Sit & Store Folding Ottoman in Tufted Aqua from Bed, Bath and Beyond basically does everything except give you a massage. You can sit on it, rest your feet on it, store some slippers in the pockets and use the interior to hide stuff. Plus it folds for easy storage when not in use. Did we mention it's only $15?Photo Credit: bedbathandbeyond.caSource: www.bedbathandbeyond.ca
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7. A Tea Light Candelabra
7/177. A Tea Light Candelabra
7/17Photo Credit: anthropologie.comSource: www.anthropologie.com
Forget scattering itty-bitty tea lights throughout the basement — place a stunning gold tea-light candelabra ($88) on a table to really make a point. You may be hanging in a subterranean space but your digs are still red-hot luxurious.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy7. A Tea Light Candelabra
PHOTO 7 of 17READ LESS -Forget scattering itty-bitty tea lights throughout the basement — place a stunning gold tea-light candelabra ($88) on a table to really make a point. You may be hanging in a subterranean space but your digs are still red-hot luxurious.Photo Credit: anthropologie.comSource: www.anthropologie.com
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8. A Floor Lamp That Emits a Soft Glow
8/178. A Floor Lamp That Emits a Soft Glow
8/17Photo Credit: IKEA
So many basements have harsh fluorescent lights (shudder) or pot lights that are immediately mood-killing. We suggest leaving those off and weaving in some simple floor lamps instead. They don't have to be fancy, they just have to emit a soft glow. We're cheering for IKEA's <a href="http://www.ikea.ca" target="_blank">Holmo Lamp</a>, which boasts a cool paper shade and at only $10 is the deal of the century.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy8. A Floor Lamp That Emits a Soft Glow
PHOTO 8 of 17READ LESS -So many basements have harsh fluorescent lights (shudder) or pot lights that are immediately mood-killing. We suggest leaving those off and weaving in some simple floor lamps instead. They don't have to be fancy, they just have to emit a soft glow. We're cheering for IKEA's <a href="http://www.ikea.ca" target="_blank">Holmo Lamp</a>, which boasts a cool paper shade and at only $10 is the deal of the century.Photo Credit: IKEA
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9. A Plethora of Wood Elements
9/179. A Plethora of Wood Elements
9/17Photo Credit: Getty Images
Whether it's birch-wrapped candles or rustic pine crates for storing doodads, wood is the way to go when you're trying to stave off the sterile.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy9. A Plethora of Wood Elements
PHOTO 9 of 17READ LESS -Whether it's birch-wrapped candles or rustic pine crates for storing doodads, wood is the way to go when you're trying to stave off the sterile.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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10. A Cozy High-Pile Rug
10/1710. A Cozy High-Pile Rug
10/17Photo Credit: jossandmain.comSource: www.jossandmain.com
Joss and Main's 6 x 9 Garibaldi shag rug, $258, will add ultimate comfort to your space and keep the toes nice and toasty if your basement doesn't have heated floors. We love the touch of glimmer from the rug's silvery sheen.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy10. A Cozy High-Pile Rug
PHOTO 10 of 17READ LESS -Joss and Main's 6 x 9 Garibaldi shag rug, $258, will add ultimate comfort to your space and keep the toes nice and toasty if your basement doesn't have heated floors. We love the touch of glimmer from the rug's silvery sheen.Photo Credit: jossandmain.comSource: www.jossandmain.com
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11. The Biggest Chunkiest Wool Blanket
11/1711. The Biggest Chunkiest Wool Blanket
11/17Photo Credit: Etsy
Girl, we feel you. When we're hanging in the basement on frigid winter nights, we want to wrap ourselves in merino wool. This pale grey beauty, $40, ships from Lithuania through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/465354376/chunky-blanket-100-merino-wool-king-size?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=big%20knitted%20blanket&ref=sr_gallery_36" target="_blank">Etsy shop Woolexperts</a> (or hit up other Etsy sellers for a similar product).Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy11. The Biggest Chunkiest Wool Blanket
PHOTO 11 of 17READ LESS -Girl, we feel you. When we're hanging in the basement on frigid winter nights, we want to wrap ourselves in merino wool. This pale grey beauty, $40, ships from Lithuania through <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/465354376/chunky-blanket-100-merino-wool-king-size?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=big%20knitted%20blanket&ref=sr_gallery_36" target="_blank">Etsy shop Woolexperts</a> (or hit up other Etsy sellers for a similar product).Photo Credit: Etsy
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12. A Pair of Seriously Cozy Slippers
12/1712. A Pair of Seriously Cozy Slippers
12/17Photo Credit: australianboot.com
If you're not familiar with Glerups, have we got a new obsession for you. Our enthusiasm comes from personal experience. Introduced in Denmark in 1993, Glerups are pure wool slippers with leather soles and great support. Think super-comfy indoor shoe. They come in a bunch of colours and styles (slipper, shoe and boot) and are the best when your feet need heat. They start at $90 through <a href="http://www.australianboot.com" target="_blank">The Australian Boot Company</a>.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy12. A Pair of Seriously Cozy Slippers
PHOTO 12 of 17READ LESS -If you're not familiar with Glerups, have we got a new obsession for you. Our enthusiasm comes from personal experience. Introduced in Denmark in 1993, Glerups are pure wool slippers with leather soles and great support. Think super-comfy indoor shoe. They come in a bunch of colours and styles (slipper, shoe and boot) and are the best when your feet need heat. They start at $90 through <a href="http://www.australianboot.com" target="_blank">The Australian Boot Company</a>.Photo Credit: australianboot.com
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13. Add a Snazzy Fireplace (Easier Said Than Done)
13/1713. Add a Snazzy Fireplace (Easier Said Than Done)
13/17Photo Credit: Getty Images
We know this isn't exactly something you can do lickety-split, but if you're planning to spend lots of time in your basement then a fireplace is a wonderful investment. We love everything going on here, including the wood-stove-looking fireplace (of course) but also the books and the bean-bag chair. Super comfy!Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy13. Add a Snazzy Fireplace (Easier Said Than Done)
PHOTO 13 of 17READ LESS -We know this isn't exactly something you can do lickety-split, but if you're planning to spend lots of time in your basement then a fireplace is a wonderful investment. We love everything going on here, including the wood-stove-looking fireplace (of course) but also the books and the bean-bag chair. Super comfy!Photo Credit: Getty Images
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14. An XXL Bean Bag Chair You Can Sink Into
14/1714. An XXL Bean Bag Chair You Can Sink Into
14/17Photo Credit: Amazon
Remember that small bean bag chair in the previous image? That was for beginner loungers. This big brown blob is for folks who <em>really</em> know how to waste an afternoon. Once you climb into this spongy goodness, it's hard to extract yourself. <br><br> Buy the <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Comfort-Research-7-Foot-Suede-Espresso/dp/B0055DXL1C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=eltonheavy-20&linkId=3ed299bd96dfaafed82e3d176db18c6c" target="_blank">Big Joe 7-Foot XXL Fuf</a> in Comfort Suede chair for $468 through Amazon.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy14. An XXL Bean Bag Chair You Can Sink Into
PHOTO 14 of 17READ LESS -Remember that small bean bag chair in the previous image? That was for beginner loungers. This big brown blob is for folks who <em>really</em> know how to waste an afternoon. Once you climb into this spongy goodness, it's hard to extract yourself. <br><br> Buy the <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Comfort-Research-7-Foot-Suede-Espresso/dp/B0055DXL1C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=eltonheavy-20&linkId=3ed299bd96dfaafed82e3d176db18c6c" target="_blank">Big Joe 7-Foot XXL Fuf</a> in Comfort Suede chair for $468 through Amazon.Photo Credit: Amazon
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15. Textured Wallpaper to Warm Up a Cold Basement
15/1715. Textured Wallpaper to Warm Up a Cold Basement
15/17Photo Credit: grahambrown.comSource: www.grahambrown.com
White walls can look sterile at the best of times and in the basement, they are particularly chilly. Have some fun with textured grass-cloth or similar wall coverings. The market is filled with wood-grain varieties, or go for brick for an immediately warm effect, as seen here in this basement that features Graham and Brown's Hemingway red brick wallpaper.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy15. Textured Wallpaper to Warm Up a Cold Basement
PHOTO 15 of 17READ LESS -White walls can look sterile at the best of times and in the basement, they are particularly chilly. Have some fun with textured grass-cloth or similar wall coverings. The market is filled with wood-grain varieties, or go for brick for an immediately warm effect, as seen here in this basement that features Graham and Brown's Hemingway red brick wallpaper.Photo Credit: grahambrown.comSource: www.grahambrown.com
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16. Load Up on Baskets
16/1716. Load Up on Baskets
16/17Photo Credit: Wayfair.ca
Think texture, texture, texture in the basement. Baskets are perfect because you can store stuff in them <em>and</em> they look pretty. We're digging this modern, two-toned <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/Bungalow-Rose-Seagrass-Basket-with-Handles-BNGL4843.html" target="_blank">Bungalow Rose Seagrass Basket</a> from Wayfair, $76.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy16. Load Up on Baskets
PHOTO 16 of 17READ LESS -Think texture, texture, texture in the basement. Baskets are perfect because you can store stuff in them <em>and</em> they look pretty. We're digging this modern, two-toned <a href="https://www.wayfair.ca/Bungalow-Rose-Seagrass-Basket-with-Handles-BNGL4843.html" target="_blank">Bungalow Rose Seagrass Basket</a> from Wayfair, $76.Photo Credit: Wayfair.ca
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17. An Actual Dog or Cat... or Both
17/1717. An Actual Dog or Cat... or Both
17/17Photo Credit: Getty Images
There's nothing like a furry pal to quell the coldness. We highly suggest adding one to your family for marathon snuggles on the couch. They're the best decor, ever.Basements17 Things That Will Transform Your Basement From Cold to Cozy17. An Actual Dog or Cat... or Both
PHOTO 17 of 17READ LESS -There's nothing like a furry pal to quell the coldness. We highly suggest adding one to your family for marathon snuggles on the couch. They're the best decor, ever.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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