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Writer's pictureDerek Kropp

#4 Basement Finish / Remodel: estimated ROI 70% - 75%

This includes creating usable living space, such as an entertainment room, gym, personal office, extra bedroom, or bathroom. This is your space; big or small, design it to fit the lifestyle of your family.



Popular residential basement remodel trends focus on creating functional and versatile living spaces that maximize the use of below-grade areas. Here are some popular trends in basement remodels:


  1. Multi-Functional Spaces: Expand your live space. Designing the basement to serve multiple purposes, such as a family room, home theater, home office, gym, guest suite, or playroom, allows for flexible use based on the homeowner's needs.

  2. Open Concept Layouts: Incorporating an open concept layout in the basement creates a sense of spaciousness and connectivity between different areas, making the space feel inviting and versatile.

  3. Natural Light: Maximizing natural light in the basement through egress windows, window wells, light wells, or walk-out access helps brighten the space and makes it feel more like a part of the home rather than a separate area.

  4. Home Theater and Entertainment Centers: Ever wanted to host that Super Bowl party? Creating a dedicated home theater or entertainment center with surround sound systems, large screens or projectors, comfortable seating, and built-in storage for media equipment is a popular trend for basement remodels.

  5. Wet Bars and Mini Kitchens: Installing a wet bar or mini kitchen area with a sink, refrigerator, microwave, and storage cabinets makes the basement ideal for entertaining guests and hosting gatherings.

  6. Luxury Features: Where to functional meets impractical. Incorporating luxury features such as heated floors, custom cabinetry, built-in shelving, wine cellars, saunas, or steam rooms adds sophistication and value to the basement space.

  7. Smart Home Technology: Integrating smart home technology, such as automated lighting, climate control, sound systems, and security systems, enhances convenience and modernizes the basement living experience.

  8. Creative Storage Solutions: Designing creative storage solutions, such as built-in shelves, under-stair storage, hidden cabinets, and multipurpose furniture with storage compartments, helps maximize space and reduce clutter. After all, this is the basement, there must be storage.

  9. Designated Workspaces: Creating designated workspaces, such as a home office with built-in desks, storage cabinets, and ergonomic furniture, accommodates remote work and study needs.

  10. Sustainable and Durable Materials: Using sustainable and durable materials for flooring, wall finishes, and insulation ensures long-term performance and contributes to a healthy indoor environment.

These trends can be tailored to suit the specific needs, preferences, and budget of homeowners, transforming basements into valuable and enjoyable living spaces. It's important to work with experienced contractors and designers to plan and execute a successful basement remodel project.


Best of luck with your next remodel project, let us know how we can be of any help when beautifying your home and appreciating its value.


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