by M.J. Whelan Construction
Milford, MI, US 48381 · 195 photos
M.J. Whelan Construction
http://mjwhelan.com

A Picture is worth a thousand words, but it's difficult to describe this exquisite basement in a photograph. Designed for a couple who are a party waiting to happen, this walkout basement was destined to be spectacular. Once a cold, blank slate of concrete, the basement is now an extraordinary multi-functional living space. The luxurious new design includes a stunning full bar with all the amenities. The cabinetry was done in Brookhaven Bridgeport Oak in a Bistro finish and granite countertops. In the lounge area an older fireplace was removed and replaced with a Lennox direct-vent fireplace. Gorgeous stacked quartz stone in Glacier white surrounds the unit and Corian was used for the hearth. A home theater room is tucked away yet open to the lounge area. Custom woodwork also helps to set this basement apart. Unique art deco columns were designed by the M.J. Whelan design team, along with several art nooks peppered throughout the space. Beautiful trim molding wrap the entire space. Tray ceilings help to define different areas of the space. Lighting is layered throughout, including indirect cove lighting wrapping every tray. A spa room and full bathroom were also a part of the new design.

 
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angel4 wrote:
Where does one purchase these end posts (newels)? »
· Comment · 16 months ago
M.J. Whelan Construction These came from a company called L.J. Smith. Here is the link to their website. http://www.ljsmith.net/default.aspx
16 months ago ·
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tashamh2 wrote:
can you please share what type of tiles you used for this basement project? »
· Comment · 18 months ago
theraglands it looks like daltile identy in 2x24 and 4x24 sizes
16 months ago ·
M.J. Whelan Construction The tile is Cerim Legni Nero Wenge. It is a porcelain wood look. It was purchased through Virginia Tile
14 months ago ·
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mommabird4 wrote:
Wall - What stone was used on the wall »
· Comment · 4 weeks ago
carol138 wrote:
Where the posts and newels pre stained? What color was used? »
· Comment · 7 weeks ago
smorey1 wrote:
What size is the newel - top and bottom? - Beautiful simple design. »
· Comment · 8 weeks ago
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