Cozy yet Open. Traditional yet Modern. That is what our clients were looking for in their updated finished basement. Make your way down the carpeted stairs passing the various family photos above the wainscoting to a comfortable space thanks to the soft lighting with wall mounted lights, hanging Tiffany lamp, and soffit lighting. Strategic columns, 3” soffits, half walls, arched drywall pockets, wood paneling, millwork baseboards, and various built-in structures help to create the openness that is missing in most basements while also creating soft separations for the various entertainment areas of the space. Starting at the two-level granite counter top bar with gleaming cherry wood paneling with a pocket mirror at the center wall, guests can be easily entertained by drinks and food thanks to the convenient outlets along the backsplash and ample counter top space. Looking for a more intimate dining experience? Instead of inviting guests to eat and drink at the bar, have them make their way over to the dining area on the slate tile flooring next to the rustic stone backdrop. The intimate dining area allows for access to the full bar with the soft separation thanks to the half-wall with millwork and a wood top. In addition to the ample room for playing games such as foosball and Ping-Pong, there is a comfortable living room area with a recessed flat screen TV and cozy stone fireplace – all again smartly separated from the rest of the space by a half-wall. There is even a little nook great for reading and storage of toys and other items thanks to the built-in bookshelf and half-cabinets.