Bye Bye Basement
Wasted space becomes a versatile space.
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Before - Wood Stove, Door Open to Unfinished Underside of Living Space Above
Before - Patio Under House, Wood Stove, Sub-basic Finishes
After - Guest Apartment Option, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Kitchenette, Laundry
After -Gas FP Relocated, Bookcase,TV, Seating
After - Dining or Game Table, Door Out to Deck
After - Kitchenette, Door to New Bedroom
After - Ensuite Bedroom with Closet & King Bed, Windowseat
After - As Owner Furnished
After - As Furnished by Owner
Bye Bye Basement
There was plenty of space in this neglected lower level, but it was divided by a creepy yesteryear wood stove set on blue tile plopped in the middle of it. To one side was a gloomy patio roofed by the rough underside of the upstairs dining room. On the other, a grungy bedroom and bathroom no one wanted to claim for theirs.
This sad basement was transformed into a place to gather by a fire, watch a movie, play board games. Room was found for a fridge, a micro, a wine cellar. The miserable patio was converted to a king-bedded room with an en-suite bath. This once overlooked space could also function as a two bedroom apartment for extended guest stay.
Project Profile
Frame in the space under the dining room. Convert to guest bedroom with closet. Add windows.
Build ensuite guest bathroom with tiled shower, stone top vanity.
Add kitchenette with micro, under-counter fridge, coffee, etc.
Remove wood stove & tiled base. Install gas fireplace against wall.
Add door for access to a deck area.
Build in bookshelves, TV.
Replace doors, carpets. Hardwood if budget allows.
Upgrade existing bedroom and bathroom finishes - stone topped vanity, tiled bath/shower surround, mirrors, lighting.
Convert unused room to laundry with sink. Storage cabinets, wine storage racks.