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With plenty of living space on the main and upper levels of this 1936 St. Paul home, the homeowners were hoping to make their unfinished basement a more organized and livable area without completely redoing it. The space needed to accommodate interests for all persons in the house, parents and kids alike. Utilitarian needs such as a work shop, laundry room, and work out area were incorporated for mom and dad. At the same time a more comfortable living/game area was created for the kids to enjoy with their friends. The washer, dryer, and sink were moved and a defined laundry room was created. The entire basement received drywall and a new fresh coat of paint on the walls and woodwork. The ceiling remained unfinished due to low head room constraints and the owner’s desire for accessibility. The floor was also left unfinished and carpet squares were installed by the client where comfort was needed, also allowing for future flexibility. Cabinetry was provided and installed for specific storage purposes- hanging of seasonal clothes/linens, gift wrapping/holiday items, overflow pantry items, and beer making equipment to name a few. Windows were replaced, and an egress window was put in, making the basement as a whole feel more inviting.

custom astro turf flooring adds the finishing touch to this sports fan's modern day man cave. sports fan basement design by bella vici, an interior design firm and retail shoppe located in Oklahoma City. http://bellavici.com

space under stairs used as pantry

Game room as part of a whole house renovation and addition. Architect: GTM Architects Photo: Kenneth M Wyner Photography

A basement rec room with wood-look tile and a niche with storage cubes under the stairs. Wood-look tile is an attractive and impervious material great for finished basements that run the risk of flooding.

The basement bar and game area provide a variety of seating options around the bar and the snack ledge. ©Finished Basement Company

Mike McCaw - Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography

Reynolds Plantation terrace level family room

Maxine Schnitzer Photography

Diane Burgoyne Interiors Photography by Tim Proctor

Stained Concrete photo by The Southern Basement Company

Wainscott South New Construction. Builder: Michael Frank Building Co. Designer: EB Designs SOLD $5M Poised on 1.25 acres from which the ocean a mile away is often heard and its breezes most definitely felt, this nearly completed 8,000 +/- sq ft residence offers masterful construction, consummate detail and impressive symmetry on three levels of living space. The journey begins as a double height paneled entry welcomes you into a sun drenched environment over richly stained oak floors. Spread out before you is the great room with coffered 10 ft ceilings and fireplace. Turn left past powder room, into the handsome formal dining room with coffered ceiling and chunky moldings. The heart and soul of your days will happen in the expansive kitchen, professionally equipped and bolstered by a butlers pantry leading to the dining room. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room with wainscotted 20' ceilings, paneling and room for a flatscreen TV over the fireplace. French doors open from here to the screened outdoor living room with fireplace. An expansive master with fireplace, his/her closets, steam shower and jacuzzi completes the first level. Upstairs, a second fireplaced master with private terrace and similar amenities reigns over 3 additional ensuite bedrooms. The finished basement offers recreational and media rooms, full bath and two staff lounges with deep window wells The 1.3acre property includes copious lawn and colorful landscaping that frame the Gunite pool and expansive slate patios. A convenient pool bath with access from both inside and outside the house is adjacent to the two car garage. Walk to the stores in Wainscott, bike to ocean at Beach Lane or shop in the nearby villages. Easily the best priced new construction with the most to offer south of the highway today.

Custom designed bank of drawers which fits tightly under the stairs making great storage space! Melanie Rebane Photography

Luxury Barn Style Interiors & Accessories, by Edmund Terrence, LLC

Photos - Dean Reidel This Cape Cod inspired custom home includes 5,500 square feet of large open living space, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, working spaces for the adults and kids, a lower level guest suite, ample storage space, and unique custom craftsmanship and design elements characteristically fashioned into all Schrader homes. Detailed finishes including unique granite countertops, natural stone, cape code inspired tiles & 7 inch trim boards, splashes of color, and a mixture of Knotty Alder & Soft Maple cabinetry adorn this comfortable, family friendly home. Some of the design elements in this home include a master suite with gas fireplace, master bath, large walk in closet, and balcony overlooking the pool. In addition, the upper level of the home features a secret passageway between kid’s bedrooms, upstairs washer & dryer, built in cabinetry, and a 700+ square foot bonus room above the garage. Main level features include a large open kitchen with granite countertops with honed finishes, dining room with wainscoted walls, a “dog room” complete w/dog wash station, home office, and kids study room. The large lower level includes a Mother-in-law suite with private bath, wet bar, 400 Square foot masterfully finished home theatre with old time charm & built in couch, and a lower level garage exiting to the back yard with ample space for pool supplies and yard equipment. This MN Greenpath Certified home includes a geothermal heating & cooling system, spray foam insulation, and in-floor radiant heat, all incorporated to significantly reduce utility costs. Additionally, reclaimed wood from trees removed from the lot, were used to produce the maple flooring throughout the home and to build the cherry breakfast nook table. Woodwork reclaimed by Wood From the Hood Home Design - Andy Schrader Interior Designer - Miranda Brouwer Staging - Stage by Design

Best of House Design and Service 2014. --Photo by Paul Dyer