Providing Inspiration for your Vision

Unfinished basements tend to get filled with every old and unwanted item in the house from worn out furniture to childhood memorabilia. Unfortunately, this is letting precious square footage go to waste. The basement is a perfect space that could be transformed into a warm and welcoming area for your family and friends to enjoy.

A basement remodel not only adds to your living space but can also increase the value of your home. Additionally, it allows you to explore ideas that you often can’t apply to your main living space.

You could set up a game room or play area for the kids, theater room for family and guests, a wet bar or even an extra bedroom to host visitors. Here are nine basement remodeling themes to give you some inspiration!

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The Fan Cave

Especially in Pittsburgh, sports are a way of life! A sports-oriented basement creates the ultimate attraction for the true Yinzer. In your fan cave, consider making memorabilia one of the main focal elements. Custom built-in shelves containing bobbleheads and signed cereal boxes, a fireplace mantle with the signed stick from the hall of famer, or several framed signed jerseys from your favorite players, all serve as strong options for your design. The addition of a large TV (or TVs), comfortable seating options, and activities such as branded pool table, can really complete the space.

The Kids’ Play Zone

If you ask any parent, having a separate space for kids to play is essential. Typically, when imagining a play area for the kids, most people probably picture a finished room overflowing with toys. However, there are so many creative options that can make your basement the talk of the town. Imagine the kids climbing up a rock wall or going across the monkey bars over a foam pit. They can also build their sports skills on a floor of turf or SportCourt. Either way, the kids will have a blast and be entertained for hours on end.

Entertainment

When you think of entertaining in a basement, visions of pool tables, ping pong tables, or dart boards probably capture your imagination. However, don’t forget elements such as shuffleboard tables, bubble hockey games with your favorite teams, classic arcade games, air hockey tables, or gaming options such as a custom poker table. You can keep the energy up with a Bluetooth jukebox playing through your surround sound media system.

A Fantasy On the Gridiron

Fantasy Football has been a staple for many of us for years. Inviting friends over to watch the game is paramount. However, with the addition of online sportsbooks added into the mix, keeping an eye on one single game may no longer suffice.

For some, it is essential to simultaneously watch multiple games on various screens. In the past, it would be necessary to head out to a sports bar or casino to have the number of displays you need. However, incorporating multiple screens into your basement remodel can now be a reality. Add in a high-speed internet connection and you have all the information you need to make the best decisions.

The Extended Family

Whether you have friends and family coming to visit, or you have an aging family member living with you full-time, it can be important for them to have their own space. This is especially true if your company plans to hunker down for an extended period of time.

Having a private space with a bedroom, private bathroom, kitchen area, and a separate entrance will give you the privacy you need and the freedom your guests will appreciate.

Rest and Relaxation

Basement remodel conversations typically lead to daydreaming about entertaining friends and family. But, what if you simply want a space to escape from the day to day stresses of normal life? Adding elements such as a soaking tub, full shower with massaging shower head, sauna, and sound system to listen to the relaxing sounds of waves crashing onto the beach, can create your own private and personal escape from the mundane.

Wine and Spirits

When people think about unwinding with a cocktail at the end of a demanding day, they often think about a custom basement bar area. Custom bars offer exciting spaces for fun and entertaining. They allow for great conversation over great drinks.

For those times when you want to share a glass of wine with the ladies, or open a bottle with your significant other, incorporating a wine cellar and tasting area into your basement will create an intimate space where you can take the time to savor precious moments with loved ones.

Work / Life Balance

With more and more people working from home, it is vitally important to separate your work and family space. According to Comfy Living, 29% of survey respondents working from home reported experiencing a difficult time finding a good work / life balance. Survey participants noted that distractions contributed to an average loss of at least 27 minutes a day.

Incorporating an area in your basement where you can close the door to cut off distractions and focus on your work provides a valuable benefit. But, more importantly, having the ability to leave the office room and close the door behind you promotes a healthy balance between the working world and your family life.

Keep it Healthy

How great would it feel to wake up first thing in the morning, immediately run downstairs into your basement and squeeze in a full workout? According to healthline.com, working out in the morning has several benefits, including fewer distractions, increased alertness, more overall energy, better focus, and improved sleep.

After the workout, grabbing a refreshing shake from the fridge in your wet bar, as well as recharging yourself by taking advantage of your bathroom/spa area, will provide valuable benefits. You’ll head into your day equipped to tackle the most demanding parts of your schedule.

If you want to speak about your basement remodeling ideas, give us a call or visit pghsw.com for more information and to start your journey!