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Corner sitting area near pool table- cabinet houses sump pump and is removable. Recessed shelves mirror one another and also conceal electrical panel. Photos by Dominica Woodbury Photography

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Transitional basement photo in Chicago

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Full basement finish in Overland Park. From nothing to just about everything you can install in a basement. Full wet bar with granite, mini fridge, dishwasher, wine rack and wine storage. Custom cabinetry. Stone back splash. 3/4 bath with tile floor and tile shower walls. Carpet and tile flooring. Office space with French doors. Custom under stairs reading nook.

Custom wood cabinet. Designed to hide sump pump area. Removes for access to sump pit. Area is great for relaxing over a game of Darts. Dominica Woodbury Photography

A built-in display shelf was constructed to hide the sump pit.
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Hide the sump pump in plain sight to increase useable space! By John and Ben Uttenreither of Lazzell Design Works Remodeling
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-Full renovation of an unfinished basement space in Ballard. -Removed existing slab and poured a new one 6" lower for better head height -Reconstructed portions of the existing post and beam system with longer spans to open up the space -Added and interior drain system and sump pump -Added a full bathroom -Added two bedrooms with egress -New living room space with dry bar and media -Hid the new mechanical room with shiplap wall detail -Reconfigured the existing staircase within the challenging foundation parameters. Custom trim package, fir treads, custom steel railings and wood cap -New furnace and heat pump -New electrical panel -Polished the new slab and finished with a wax top coat

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley concrete floor and gray floor utility room remodel in Chicago with an utility sink, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Tired of doing laundry in an unfinished rugged basement? These homeowner's were as well! They contacted Castle to help them with their basement planning and build for a finished laundry space and new bathroom with shower. After the designer and client walked through ideas to improve flow of space, we decided to eliminate the existing 1/2 bath in the family room, and move the new bathroom into the existing laundry room. The full laundry room was finished to include new walls, ceilings, new plumbing, new Adura luxury vinyl tile flooring, beautiful shaker style cabinetry with beadboard panel, Glossy white Cultured marble countertops, a new Blanco composite sink, and Kohler Bellera faucet. In the new bathroom space, we continued the Adura luxury vinyl flooring. Finishes in the bathroom include Kohler Memoirs pedestal sink, Kohler Archer faucet, custom hex tile shower floor, subway tile walls, and custom frameless glass shower enclosure. Additional improvements were made to improve the health of the home including asbestos tile abatement, new drain tile and sump pump, new spray foam insulation, new glass block window, and a new Panasonic bathroom fan. We also decided to save and restore some original pieces in the home like their existing 5-panel doors and repurposing one salvaged door into a pocket door for the new bathroom. The homeowner completed the basement finish with new carpeting in the family room. The whole basement feels fresh, new, and has a great flow. They will enjoy their happy and healthy home for years to come.

With the pending arrival of a beautiful baby girl, the homeowners of this 1928 Minneapolis Tudor wanted a basement that was conducive to a young child, but would still allow a place for family to gather and the occasional house guest. The original basement was typical; cold, lacking natural light with tiny, uncomfortably confined rooms and that “unique” basement smell. The goal was to reverse all of the ill effects of a rarely unappreciated space while increasing the performance of the older home. The frigid temperatures and wet, mildew odor was remedied by demolishing the entire slab floor and excavating to gain an extra six inches in ceiling height. It also allowed us to insulate to R-15, moisture proof under the new slab, install a drain tile and sump pump. Within the concrete slab is a hydronic, in-floor radiant heating system which further helps to add comfort to the space. Lastly, we also sprayed a closed-cell, expanding urethane foam on the inside of the foundation walls all the way to the first floor. To help bring more light down to the basement, we started by opening up the staircase on both sides. A curved wall bends light into the lower level while a countertop and cubbies below provide storage space for odds and ends. On the opposite wall, creatively placed cubbies provide places for paintings, ceramics and plants. We also removed the tiny 18” x 34” window on the south wall and installed a full-sized, high-efficiency, triple pane Pella egress window. To let lots of natural light into the window, we expanded the size of the cedar-lined egress well and included a built-in planter at the base to help bring life into an otherwise empty cavity. Small, unspecified spaces that became storage areas now have purpose. The areas are defined, yet open. Upon descending down the stairs, one is greeted by a large living room with curved walls, custom design media center, built-in daybed and bookshelves. Use of paint was important in the design. Naturally in older homes basements are going to have exposed beams, soffits and a whole gambit of nooks and crannies. Instead of disguising them, we played them up, which created a layer effect with the color. The color also adds a touch of playfulness which anyone, regardless of age, can enjoy. We scavenged the client’s garage and discovered that the previous homeowner kept the old, full-view glass front entry door in the garage. We re-installed the original glass knob and attached the door to sliding barn door hardware which was attached to the main structural beam of the lower level. On the other side of the door was the homeowners’ combined office and small fitness area. The office floor is a blend of thin strips of different colored cork. A built-in storage cabinet sits across from a site-built desk which forms to the curve of the dividing wall. A small, square hole in the curved wall provides a view to see who is coming down the stairs. Opposite of the office area and directly at the base of the stairs is a place for the homeowner’s treadmill. Hidden is the mechanical room, which is home to many green and energy efficient products. The washing machine is a low-water consumption unit while the dryer requires less energy to operate than most standard units. Both sit atop a checkerboard pattern of different colored VCT tiles. We also replaced the aging boiler, which only heated the first and second level, with a 95% efficient heat source for the entire house—including the basement. Behind the curved wall, the bathroom is conveniently located. A large, custom built no-formaldehyde added vanity supports the slab of remnant granite countertop. A piece of eco-resin wall panel, embedded with organic material, contains water in the shower and blends beautifully with the updated colors. Tucked under the stairs, we installed a dual-flush, low-water consumption toilet. Through creative space planning, we packed a lot of into a rather small space. As a result, we have three very happy homeowners who are enjoying their light, clean and safe lower level of their home—however, they’ve been hard pressed to think of it as a “basement”. highlights Moisture management system Insulated slab Hydronic in-floor heat Formaldehyde free cabinetry MN-made custom cabinets Ultra-low VOC paints Wool carpet Dual-flush toilet Cork floor No recessed lights Cedar egress window well with planter Re-used door Eco-resin

The photo depicts a newly installed water heater in a basement space, showcasing a critical component of any home's plumbing system. The water heater in the photo appears to be a modern and efficient model, with a sleek and compact design that fits neatly into the basement space. The installation is professional, with proper ventilation, secure connections, and a level platform to support the unit. The water heater is a key component of the home's plumbing system, ensuring that hot water is readily available whenever it is needed. The installation of a new water heater in the basement is a significant investment, improving the overall functionality and comfort of the home, and providing peace of mind for many years to come.

After sump pump installation in house. Liberty Sump Pump is the best product to go, aluminum corpus, 3 years manufacturer warranty.
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