While some people look at an unfinished basement as wasted space, my team and I see it as a blank canvas. An unfinished basement is full of possibilities. It allows you to add square footage to your home — without building a new home addition. Best of all, you can create a truly unique space that’s suited to your exact lifestyle.
Excel Builders has finished many basements throughout the Twin Cities Metro. Over the years, we’ve helped our clients create some incredible basement spaces. From specialty rooms to built-ins and custom millwork, we’ve done it all. So, I thought I’d share some of our favorite basement finishing ideas here on the blog. Check them out below.
Home Theater Room
A media room is great, but true movie enthusiasts will love having an enclosed theater room in their basement. With a home theater, you can easily create an authentic movie experience from the comfort of your own home. This basement finishing idea features a projection screen, plush seating, and surround sound. Add extra touches like a built-in bar, snack counter, and popcorn machine for a fully immersive home theater experience.
Basement Bar
Whether wet or dry, a basement bar adds informal entertainment space to your home and creates a fun place to gather. You can easily design a bar area that blends seamlessly with the rest of your basement. Incorporate appliances, accents, and accessories for a custom flair, or take it up a notch with a basement wine cellar or kitchenette.
Sharing basement space with the kiddos? No problem! Custom cabinetry makes it easy to lock away adult beverages and breakables to keep a basement bar kid-friendly.
Guest Suite
This basement idea is one of the most practical and has the potential to increase the resale value of your home. A full guest suite is perfect for hosting visiting family and friends, especially for extended periods. Guests will appreciate the privacy and comfort a designated bedroom and ensuite bathroom provides.
Game Area
With more time spent at home these days, many of us are looking for ways to stay busy. A well-stocked game area is excellent for battling boredom. Fill it with classics like pool, darts, or foosball, or mix and match with some new favorites. Either way, this basement design idea is sure to keep the whole family entertained.
Home Gym
Home gyms are often high on our clients’ list of wants for their finished basement design, and it’s easy to see why. They’re not only convenient but there’s something to be said about the privacy a home gym affords while working out. Designing a custom home gym also allows you to outfit your space with the equipment you need and skip what you don’t. Add floor-to-ceiling mirrors, overhead lighting, and rubber flooring for an authentic gym feel.
Make Your Basement Finishing Ideas a Reality With a Designer
Working with a professional contractor is the best way to create a custom space without sacrificing resale value. That said, it’s just as important to work with a designer to incorporate your favorite basement finishing ideas while maintaining a cohesive look and feel. With Excel Builders, you get the best of both.
As a design-build firm, our team includes an in-house designer and highly skilled craftspeople dedicated to bringing your vision to life. We even have an in-house custom cabinet shop to streamline the remodeling process! Our team will be there every step of the way to ensure your completed basement is exactly as you envisioned.
When you’re ready to start planning your basement finishing project, Excel Builders can help. Get in touch with our team by phone at (612) 306-4064 or by email at trent@excelbuilders.com. In the meantime, check out our project gallery for even more basement design ideas.