Design Ideas for Basements presents hundreds of ideas for turning a basement into stylish, comfortable living space. It also provides the information a homeowner needs to know before embarking on the project, including advice regarding permits, how to tackle moisture issues, providing light and access, and camouflaging the furnace and pipes.
Many examples of finished projects are featured: media and game rooms, home theaters, laundry facilities, offices, wine cellars, guest quarters, familiy rooms, built-in storage and closet, plus and more.
A picture-driven book of ideas for creating living space and organized storage in the basement.
Introduction
Ch. 1. Laundry and Storage
Laundry Rooms
Mudrooms
Storage Ideas
Ch 2. Exercise & Game Rooms
Home-fitness Center
Game Rooms
Ch 3. Media Rooms
Media Equipment
It's Show Time
Ch 4. Fun Spaces
Kids' Play Space
Hobby Space
Gathering Spots
Ch 5. Wine Storage and Bars
Wine Cellars
Wet bars
Ch 6. Architectural Elements
Neat Ideas
Stairways
It's in the Details
Ch 7. Personal Space
An Extra Half Bath
An Additional Full Bath
Lighting and Ventilation
Saunas
Ch 8. Workshops
Making Plans
Workbenches
Tool Storage
Ch 9. Making it Home
Light + Warmth
Cozy Kitchens
Relaxation
Ch 10. Home Offices
A Place for Business
Illuminating Ideas
Savvy Storage
Resource Guide
Glosssary
Index
Photo Credits
Wayne Kalyn is a freelance writer and editor. Previously, he was Editorial Director of Health Books at Reader's Digest, as well as the Project Editor of 1001 Do-It-Yourself Hints and Tips (Reader's Digest Books). He was also the Senior Editor at Men's Journal Magazine.
Wayne Kalyn is a graduate of Syracuse University. He lives in Cranford, NJ.
According to a recent survey of home buyers conducted by the National Association of Home Builders, more people are including basements in their plans for a new home. In addition, owners of existing homes recognize the potential of a finished basement as extra living space and as a bonus at resale time.
Design Ideas for Basements offers new and existing homeowners the inspiration they need to transform basements into comfortable, stylish living space. Hundreds of examples illustrate the benefits of a finished basement that can be used as a home theater, a second family room, an organized work place, guest quarters, and more.
Looking for a way to create more living space without building a costly addition? Design Ideas for Basements has the answer. See what other homeowners have done to stretch their space and their remodeling dollars by making their basements livable and stylish.
Publisher: Creative Homeowner
Distributor: Creative Homeowner Press
Publication Date: 08-19-2008
Pages: 208
Measurements: 10.88in X 8.50in X 0.50in X 1.72lb
