Finishing your basement can be a great way to create usable space in your home while adding to the value of your house. Designing a space that will meet your needs isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Matrix Basement Systems can help you choose the best basement finishing options for a very reasonable price. Here are a few ideas for basement remodeling or finishing.

Do something different and make your basement space unique. Basements are often significantly separated from the rest of the living space in your home. This provides a unique opportunity to create something that’s not just another family room. 

  • Create a theme or design to make the space versatile and fun. Basements can make great entertaining spaces. 
  • If you like poker, consider a wet bar and poker table. 
  • Sports fans can create a lush, cozy space to watch the game with friends. 
  • Install a home theater with an old fashioned popcorn machine. 
  • Parents can create a quiet, peaceful place to escape at the end of a long day. We all need our own little oasis!

The possibilities are limitless. Your existing basement may be transformed into nearly any living space you wish in as little as $6,000. More elaborate plans will, of course, add to the overall cost, but the additional value it brings to your lifestyle is well worth it. 

CUSTOM HOME WITH A WALKOUT BASEMENT

If you are in the process of building a new home with a finished basement, consider designing a walk-out. Walk-out basements can provide lots of light and a wonderful open feeling to your basement room. A walk-out can eliminate that cave-like feeling sometimes present in below-grade basement spaces.

Often times, unfinished basements wind up used as storage areas. Finishing your basement doesn’t have to mean losing all of that valuable storage space. Consider different types of organized storage systems, like built in shelving, bench seating with storage underneath, or built in closets under the stairwell. Folding bookcase doors can be a great option for laundry or furnace rooms, serving to separate the space while also providing valuable storage.

THINK AHEAD

Consider the size of your basement space when planning the end result. If your basement is small, we have lots of tips and tricks for making the space seem larger. Creating long, unbroken lines with your decor is a great way to make a room seem larger. Think about mirrors and using lighting to your advantage.  Use sconces or recessed ceiling lights to avoid taking up valuable floor space with lamps. If it’s in the budget, opening up the stairway can be a great way to add space to your basement.

Matrix Basement Systems has offices in Chicago, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania for your convenience. Call the number closest to you for more information about creating the perfect basement to fit your household’s needs.