Sometimes the extra space you crave is right under your nose. In the case of this 1940s Ballard home, the basement was an opportunity to create additional living areas from underused space. Like many older homes, the basement was a dark and dreary place in need of some TLC. A gloomy spare bedroom, unfinished laundry room and aging garage were not serving the family well, but the family loved the location of their home. Moving would be a last resort. Instead, a complete basement remodel created a multipurpose floor of the home with spaces to suit everyone. The bright, daylight basement now includes: a new master suite, his and hers offices, stacked laundry, a living room and relocated stairs. It’s full of natural light and finally matches the rest of the home.