5 Hot Basement Remodels
Basements. They can be dank, sour, horrible holes in the ground, grim utility areas, or...spacious, light-filled, beautiful spaces for lounging, watching movies, hosting guests, playing games, and more. I took at look at five beautiful DIY basement remodels on Hometalk, where people share projects
Posted — UpdatedIf you're thinking of remodeling your basement, these might give you some ideas. Need extra incentive? Basement remodels add to home value, which is important if you're thinking of selling. Furthermore, of course, they create more usable space in the home, a critical value for those of you who might be adding to the family or wanting to increase your ability to entertain.
Color! This basement remodel puts paid to the idea that basements are dark, dank, and grim. It's quirky, fun, and chaotic, but note how all the patterns and colors really do tie together, creating a lush, layered look. I love details like the old steamer trunk and the poppy theme (repeated on another wall painted in a poppy design).
By contrast, this basement family room is done in rich coffee and cream tones, for a simple but still comfortable look. The patterned rug adds a splash of fun so the room doesn't feel too formal, and those stuffed ottomans look like a comfortable place to put up your feet!
Whether it's a new bedroom or a guestroom, a basement can be used as a great space for resting weary heads. The use of open shelving as a room divider helps to prevent a cramped feeling while offering privacy; a space like this could be an office/guest room or similarly combined space.