Mimi Erickson
Inspiration for a cottage underground living room remodel in Atlanta with white walls and no fireplace

Landon Acohido www.acophoto.com
Inspiration for a large coastal master medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Seattle with a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace and beige walls

Basement - large rustic medium tone wood floor and brown floor basement idea in Atlanta with brown walls and no fireplace

David Merrick
Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped concrete floor utility room photo in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, wood countertops, green walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and medium tone wood cabinets

Large transitional underground vinyl floor, brown floor and exposed beam staircase photo in Chicago with gray walls

Large transitional underground vinyl floor, brown floor and exposed beam basement game room photo in Chicago with gray walls

In this project, Rochman Design Build converted an unfinished basement of a new Ann Arbor home into a stunning home pub and entertaining area, with commercial grade space for the owners' craft brewing passion. The feel is that of a speakeasy as a dark and hidden gem found in prohibition time. The materials include charcoal stained concrete floor, an arched wall veneered with red brick, and an exposed ceiling structure painted black. Bright copper is used as the sparkling gem with a pressed-tin-type ceiling over the bar area, which seats 10, copper bar top and concrete counters. Old style light fixtures with bare Edison bulbs, well placed LED accent lights under the bar top, thick shelves, steel supports and copper rivet connections accent the feel of the 6 active taps old-style pub. Meanwhile, the brewing room is splendidly modern with large scale brewing equipment, commercial ventilation hood, wash down facilities and specialty equipment. A large window allows a full view into the brewing room from the pub sitting area. In addition, the space is large enough to feel cozy enough for 4 around a high-top table or entertain a large gathering of 50. The basement remodel also includes a wine cellar, a guest bathroom and a room that can be used either as guest room or game room, and a storage area.

Large transitional underground vinyl floor, brown floor and exposed beam basement game room photo in Chicago with gray walls

De Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop
Cottage screened-in porch photo in Louisville with decking and a roof extension

Basement game room - large transitional underground vinyl floor, brown floor and exposed beam basement game room idea in Chicago with gray walls

The homeowners had a very specific vision for their large daylight basement. To begin, Neil Kelly's team, led by Portland Design Consultant Fabian Genovesi, took down numerous walls to completely open up the space, including the ceilings, and removed carpet to expose the concrete flooring. The concrete flooring was repaired, resurfaced and sealed with cracks in tact for authenticity. Beams and ductwork were left exposed, yet refined, with additional piping to conceal electrical and gas lines. Century-old reclaimed brick was hand-picked by the homeowner for the east interior wall, encasing stained glass windows which were are also reclaimed and more than 100 years old. Aluminum bar-top seating areas in two spaces. A media center with custom cabinetry and pistons repurposed as cabinet pulls. And the star of the show, a full 4-seat wet bar with custom glass shelving, more custom cabinetry, and an integrated television-- one of 3 TVs in the space. The new one-of-a-kind basement has room for a professional 10-person poker table, pool table, 14' shuffleboard table, and plush seating.

Lower Studio Photo: PLACE
Mid-sized urban concrete floor home office photo in Seattle

Rachael Ormond
Example of a transitional gray floor home gym design in Nashville with gray walls

Call it what you want: a man cave, kid corner, or a party room, a basement is always a space in a home where the imagination can take liberties. Phase One accentuated the clients' wishes for an industrial lower level complete with sealed flooring, a full kitchen and bathroom and plenty of open area to let loose.

Urban light wood floor living room photo in Philadelphia with beige walls and a tv stand

Black steel railings pop against exposed brick walls. Exposed wood beams with recessed lighting and exposed ducts create an industrial-chic living space.

This transitional timber frame home features a wrap-around porch designed to take advantage of its lakeside setting and mountain views. Natural stone, including river rock, granite and Tennessee field stone, is combined with wavy edge siding and a cedar shingle roof to marry the exterior of the home with it surroundings. Casually elegant interiors flow into generous outdoor living spaces that highlight natural materials and create a connection between the indoors and outdoors. Photography Credit: Rebecca Lehde, Inspiro 8 Studios

High Res Media
Living room - large mediterranean open concept travertine floor and beige floor living room idea in Phoenix with white walls, a two-sided fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a stone fireplace

David Marlow
Inspiration for a huge rustic dark wood floor hallway remodel in Denver with white walls