Having a sound, stable basement in your home is one of the biggest assets a quality house can possess. The potential for use, even in the professional realm, are nearly infinite indeed, as infinite as the imagination. Regardless, there are some incredible ideas and creative expressions which can be done in a basement or cellar space.

The creativity is as boundless as the individuals who live in these homes or work in these buildings. A couple of the latest trends when it comes to lower level renovations are what we will delve into here: Open basement spaces which allow for recreation, parties, and making everlasting memories. Then there are those who prefer to separate the space they have and split it into private sections which make provision for those who simply need to get away from others for a bit, or guests who would be sleeping on the floor otherwise. Below are some very original ideas which will help you figure out what is going to be the perfect basement remodel solution for you, your family, and your friends.

Two of Today’s Most Practical and Attractive Basement Renovation Ideas

Family Recreation Room/Activity Space

Whether you have a basement which is on the smaller size, or one which is abundant in extra space, creating a breathtaking common area for a variety of reasons, from entertaining guests to spending time with loved ones. Replace or cover an old dirt or concrete floor with quality tiling or hardwood or even carpeting will add a bit of flair right off the bat. A cellar area with a great open space can become an incredible area for a pool table, foosball, or even an in home bowling area if you have the room. Top the area off with a state-of-the-art stereo surround sound system to put the cherry on top of your in home theater. Add a bathroom and bar, and you have a full-fledged man-cave that would make a Neanderthal jealous! The possibilities for the wide-open basement are endless, and you can build memories that will never fade with all of your loved ones and friends.

Extra room for those extra guests

Take that space and make a choice to beautify the area for those week-long family visits. No need to put everyone on the floor to sleep for the holidays; now you can put your mother-in-law in the lap of luxury. If your cellar space is open, put up a few walls. This can be done strategically and inexpensively. Attractive paneling with a bit of insulation, a roomy spare bathroom with attractive flooring and décor, a few spare rooms for the kids’ friends, and even an area for TV and games with a few bean bags thrown around will make the space perfect for any company you may have who will be staying longer than a day or two. If your need is more basic, put an office in and take care of those daily tasks with ease and comfort.

Take that extra space downstairs and eliminate the waste. You can certainly find you have much more down there worth value than you anticipate. You can also learn to love your home that much more, and so will all of your friends and family. This can turn your home into a place that can be thoroughly enjoyed by all. Just beware: You may have people visiting who will never want to go home!