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Finishing the basement is one of the best ways to expand your living space.\u00a0 It can also be a pretty complicated process, so it is wise to leave it to\u00a0a professional-trained contractor…like, us (wink, wink — nudge, nudge)!\u00a0 Here are some basement finishing\u00a0ideas and things to keep in mind<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Basement Finishing Design Ideas<\/h2>\n

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Hobby area<\/h3>\n

Personalize the space to match your\u00a0hobbies like games, crafts or a play area for the kids.<\/p>\n

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Wine cellar<\/h3>\n

If you are a wine connoisseur, your basement is a perfect place to store your collection of wines.<\/p>\n

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Home gym<\/h3>\n

Make use of your exercise equipment by creating your own personal gym.<\/p>\n

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Wet bar<\/h3>\n

Ideal for entertaining — no need to tip!<\/p>\n

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Home\u00a0theater<\/h3>\n

Get\u00a0the same feeling of being at the cinema with a large screen, theater system\u00a0& comfortable chairs.<\/p>\n

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Artificial light<\/h3>\n

A mix of indirect\u00a0and recessed lighting with open the space up and allow for a variety of lighting moods.<\/p>\n

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Light colored finishes<\/h3>\n

Help brighten\u00a0the space up or use a mixture of light and dark to create shadows similar to main levels.<\/p>\n

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Bright\u00a0accents<\/h3>\n

Add cheer and drama with bright furniture or accent pillows, rugs and artwork.<\/p>\n

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Relocate laundry<\/h3>\n

A laundry area in the basement will free up space on the main level.<\/p>\n

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Mirrors<\/h3>\n

Mirrors, mirrors on the wall will make the space\u00a0appear not as small.<\/p>\n

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natural light<\/h3>\n

Add more light in from outside with new windows or\u00a0enlarge the existing ones.\u00a0Creating expansive window well retaining walls also do the\u00a0trick.<\/p>\n

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Finishing the basement is one of the best ways to expand your living space.\u00a0 It can also be a pretty complicated process, so it is wise to leave it to\u00a0a professional-trained contractor...like, us (wink, wink -- nudge, nudge)!\u00a0 Here are some basement finishing\u00a0ideas and things to keep in mind<\/p>

Basement Design Ideas:<\/h2>
\"Home<\/td>Home\u00a0theater<\/strong>
Get\u00a0the same feeling of being at the cinema with a large screen, theater system\u00a0& comfortable chairs.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Hobby<\/td>Hobby area<\/strong>
Personalize the space to match your\u00a0hobbies like games, crafts or a play area for the kids.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Wet<\/td>Wet bar<\/strong>
Ideal for entertaining -- no need to tip!<\/td><\/tr>
\"Home<\/td>Home gym<\/strong>
Make use of your exercise equipment by creating your own personal gym.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Wine<\/td>Wine cellar<\/strong>
If you are a wine connoisseur, your basement is a perfect place to store your collection of wines.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Laundry<\/td>Relocate laundry<\/strong>
A laundry area in the basement will free up space on the main level.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Light<\/td>Light colored flooring & wall finishes<\/strong>
Help brighten\u00a0the space up or use a mixture of light and dark to create shadows similar to main levels.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Window<\/td>Maximize natural light<\/strong>
Add more light in from outside with new windows or\u00a0enlarge the existing ones.\u00a0Creating expansive window well retaining walls also do the\u00a0trick.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Basement<\/td>Artificial light<\/strong>
A mix of indirect\u00a0and recessed lighting with open the space up and allow for a variety of lighting moods.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Mirrors\"<\/td>Mirrors<\/strong>
Mirrors, mirrors on the wall will make the space\u00a0appear not as small.<\/td><\/tr>
\"Bright<\/td>Bright\u00a0accents<\/strong>
Add cheer and drama with bright furniture or accent pillows, rugs and artwork.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>

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