Before starting with the renovation tasks and ideas for making the most of the basement, it is important to keep in mind that it must be carried out by professionals in the sector, which is why at Jensen Pro Construction, we are specialists and provide services in design and renovations of home and basement..
As a tip, we suggest that you clean and leave the place empty, since in this way, the professionals will be able to measure the space and provide more concrete solutions.
Below, we leave you some home decoration tips so that you can turn it into a cozy and stylish basement, making the most of it.
Lighting
As a general rule, natural light in the basement is very scarce, either because there are no windows or they are very small. Whatever the case, you must make the most of this lighting together with optimal home decoration. How can it be done?
- Glass panels. The light passes from one space to another in the basement.
- Mirrors. The light is projected from one point, and we manage to bring it inside.
- Paint in light tones. With this we give more space and luminosity to the room.
- Another option to achieve lighting is with artificial light, specially selected to achieve a cozy atmosphere inside the basement.
Space size
One of the major drawbacks when renovating the basement of the house is its height. The higher the basement, the more comfortable it will be, although, if this is not the case, we could gain height in the following way:
- Excavating to gain meters vertically.
- Adequate selection of furniture: functional and not bulky furniture and accessories.
What Solutions Are There To Avoid It?
- A good ventilation system, combining natural ventilation with machine installation.
- Use insulation and waterproofing on the outside or inside, depending on the case.
Air Conditioning
If you want your basement to be cozy, you must air condition the space. With a heating and air conditioning installation, you will spend long afternoons in comfort without leaving home.
Other Installations
- Depending on the use you give to your basement, some installations or others will be necessary.
- Do you want a bathroom or kitchen? You will need plumbing installations.
- If you decide to install a television or other similar appliance, you will surely need wiring for antennas, wifi…
Ideas For Renovating And Decorating A Basement
At this point, and as a final key to making a decision, we show you some ideas for decorating a basement:
Decoration Of Rustic Or Wine Cellar Style Basements
- If your passion is the rustic style, wine, gastronomy. You have a fabulous space to create a large living room-cellar and enjoy long meals and dinners with essence.
- Including a fireplace would be an extra to make your new living room more rustic, and be the perfect place for winter.
- To have a balanced space with character, the combination of warm-toned walls and vintage-style furniture would be the best choice.
- Although it is a lot of money, it can be the best place to create your wine cellar.
Decorating A Modern Basement
Decorating a modern basement has many aspects, including: turning it into a loft, creating an extra living room or seating area for special occasions, a play area for adults and children, or even making it a cocktail bar.
We are left with the last idea, and that is that turning your basement into a cocktail bar is a very successful idea if you are a fan of cocktails and modern basements. How can we decorate this space?
- A bar with all the details cannot be missing.
- Armchairs and tables to share your drinks.
- You can also include a pool table or a dart board, in the style of a game room.
- Opt for warm tones, instead of light colors.
Small Basement Decoration
A good decoration in small basements, with few square meters, makes the space have that magic that has always been missing. But, how can you use this space? We give you two ideas:
A Home Office
Surely, you have always dreamed of creating your own work space for yourself. Well, it is time to make it a reality.
Decorate your new office as you feel most comfortable, keep in mind that you can spend long hours in this place. We recommend a large desk and a comfortable chair, combined with light tones in the space.
Guest Room
Another idea to decorate a basement, being a perfect alternative, is to convert your basement into a guest room or with children’s decoration for the little ones, and if possible, it can be accompanied by a bathroom.
Again, for the decoration of rooms, light tones are the ones that should predominate, accompanied by functional and minimalist furniture so that the space looks spacious. Cushions, some armchairs, curtains. decoration necessary to create a very chic room.
If you’re thinking about the little ones in the house, go for decorating children’s bedrooms to create a playroom with children’s decor elements along with furniture for rest.
Decorating A Basement Without Windows
Are you a movie fanatic? Then decorating your basement without windows won’t be a problem. We have the transformation for you: A home cinema room.
If you like the cinema, it would be a great idea to incorporate individual seats, although, if you prefer it to be more familiar, you can furnish it with armchairs, poufs, and even large cushions for those who love to sit on the floor. The latter can be a low-cost version if you have little money.
The decoration can be creative, but with basic decorative elements: velvet curtains at the entrance or on a wall, lights near the seats.
Projects For Renovated Basements
After seeing all the tips and ideas about renovated basements, we want to share with you some of our projects for decorating a basement in a home.
Finally, we recommend that you trust a team of professionals, the best materials and a lot of patience when renovating your basement.
You can find all of this at Jensen Pro Construction architecture and interior design studio. We look forward to hearing from you!
