With the high ceilings and beam work, this walk-out basement hardly feels like a lower level. __Aperture Vision Photography___
Huge 1950s walk-out dark wood floor basement photo in Other with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

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M Vincent Assets LLC

Huge 1950s look-out carpeted and gray floor basement photo in Wilmington with white walls

Gas Company Lofts, Downtown Los Angeles

Rosenmayr Interiors

Huge 1960s underground concrete floor and gray floor basement photo in San Francisco with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

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Henderson Bay House - Basement

Metzdorf Designs and TCM Built

Modern expansive daylight basement features double barn doors in a wood shaker style.
Inspiration for a huge 1950s walk-out medium tone wood floor and gray floor basement remodel in Seattle with white walls

2020 Fall Remodelers Showcase: Long Lake/Orono Midcentury Modern

Boyer Building Corporation

Lower Level with kitchenette, office space, conference room and TV enjoyment
Inspiration for a huge mid-century modern walk-out concrete floor and gray floor basement remodel in Minneapolis with white walls

Finished Basement

M Vincent Assets LLC

Inspiration for a huge mid-century modern underground carpeted and gray floor basement remodel in Wilmington with white walls

Belvidere place

Portland building and remodeling

Basement flex space
Huge 1960s carpeted basement photo in Portland

Bold Impact | Portland Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

To delineate the lower-level, we added pocket doors to separate the living area from the workout space.
Basement - huge mid-century modern look-out light wood floor and brown floor basement idea in Portland with white walls

Mahogany Mid-Century Modern

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

One of the unique features of this home was the basement which brought the feel of the outdoors inside the home using large glass window walls, dirt planters directly in the floor, and a raised brick planter. To preserve the original vision but modernize the finishes, we replaced the vinyl floor with terrazzo-look porcelain tile, replaced the dirt in the floor planters with rock, and painted the walls. An existing unfinished basement space adjacent this room was converted to a media room, and Sapele was brought downstairs through the media room doors.

Bonaventure

Rocky Point Custom Homes

Basement - huge 1950s walk-out carpeted basement idea in Calgary with beige walls

Travertin

Natursteinverlegung Sieber

Basement - huge 1950s underground marble floor and beige floor basement idea in Hamburg with white walls and no fireplace

2020 Fall Remodelers Showcase: Long Lake/Orono Midcentury Modern

Boyer Building Corporation

Lower Level with kitchenette, office space, conference room and TV enjoyment
Example of a huge 1960s walk-out concrete floor and gray floor basement design in Minneapolis with white walls

Bold Impact | Portland Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

Updated flooring and painted white walls create a brand-new feel this lower-level home office.
Inspiration for a huge 1960s look-out light wood floor and brown floor basement remodel in Portland with white walls

Bonaventure Masterpiece

Rocky Point Custom Homes

Basement - huge 1960s walk-out carpeted basement idea in Calgary with beige walls

Huge Mid-Century Modern Basement Ideas

Because of their expansive layouts, mid-century modern basements are often catch-all rooms. When browsing 1950s basement remodeling ideas, always think in terms of your family's needs and whether the space could best serve as your playroom, media room, home bar or storage space — or all of the above. Although finishing a basement is a large investment, it can add much-needed square footage to your home, which can also up the overall resale value. As you get ready to take the remodeling plunge, take time to map out your basement layout and determine all its separate functions. Think about what your family needs the space for, and pick a layout that best suits those needs. Once you finalize your plan, determine whether built-ins are worth pursuing. In a vast, undefined space, they're an easy way to differentiate one space from another — the extra storage space doesn't hurt either. Finally, decide what type of basement furniture you want to fill the space with, like comfy couches, armchairs or a big game table. Since there's so much room to cover, picking the right pieces is a little more challenging than usual, so look at other 1960s basement design ideas to get a feel for what to look for when shopping.

What are mid-century modern basements used for?

Every family is different, so when looking for finished basement ideas make sure you pinpoint how you spend your time and then cater to those hobbies and interests. If you host parties often or are beer and wine aficionados, focus your 1950s basement remodel on creating a home bar or wine cellar. If you're looking for a kid-friendly hangout, become the neighborhood hot spot with a massive family and media room combo. Give the guy in your family the ultimate escape with a man cave, game room and home gym, or be practical above all else by adding extra bedrooms and another bathroom.

Should I use built-ins in my 1960s basement design?

With such large spaces, basements can hard to define; clever built-ins can help clarify room divisions while simultaneously aiding organization. For the ultimate video game/movie hub, install a custom entertainment center, complete with bookshelves and cabinets for storing small electronic accessories, movies and books. For those family movie nights, add a wet bar that includes a microwave and mini fridge for popcorn and beverages. A craft room with a built-in counter and shelves, or a long booth or bench for extra seating are also popular basement ideas. The options are endless, so consult a designer or builder to see what works for your mid-century modern basement remodel.

How should I decorate my mid-century modern basement?

If you take a look at most retro basement decorating ideas, you’ll see that typically bigger is better. Unlike other rooms where space might be tight, basement designs usually have room to spare, so your furniture can be oversized and chunky to help fill them up. Sectionals are a great way to avoid an empty-looking room, and they provide plenty of seating for when guests come to visit. Be sure to add other common living room pieces — like armchairs, side tables and coffee tables — to fully complete the look. If your family loves games, add a pool table, foosball or poker table, or include an oversized table for regular board games. Other excellent mod basement ideas include giving your kids their own corner with an indoor playhouse or swing, or creating your ultimate getaway with a daybed and bookshelves for reading, napping and relaxing.