The 19 Coolest Things To Do With A Basement (PHOTOS)

The 19 Coolest Things To Do With A Basement (PHOTOS)

It’s hard to see past the limitations of a basement. The space is often dark, damp and unfinished. But a few talented designers were able to see the potential. If we ever won the lottery, we might try one of these really awesome ideas.

Create A Giant Playhouse

Have The Bar Of Your Dreams

Craftsman Wine Cellar by Seattle Architects & Designers Board and Vellum

Photo by John G. Wilbanks Photography, Inc. Make A Game Area

Create A Den

Eclectic Basement by Portland Interior Designers & Decorators Garrison Hullinger Interior Design Inc.

Two Words: Wine Cellar

Mediterranean Wine Cellar by Dallas Interior Designers & Decorators R Brant Design

Play Ping-Pong In Peace

Modern Basement by Chicago Photographers Cynthia Lynn Photography

Have A Nice Quiet Place To Watch TV

Contemporary Media Room by San Francisco Interior Designers & Decorators Lizette Marie Interior Design

Create A Space To Store Your LEGO Collection

Craftsman Basement by Seattle Architects & Designers Board and Vellum

Make A “Loft”-Style Living Space

Modern Basement by Chevy Chase Architects & Designers Wentworth, Inc.

Add Tons Of Storage

Contemporary Basement by Washington Architects & Designers E/L STUDIO

Have An Indoor Hockey Match, Whenever You Want

Let The Kids Take Over

Traditional Basement by Greenwich General Contractors DeRosa Builders LLC

Or Let The Adults Take Over With A Brewery

Contemporary Basement by Ottawa Design-Build Firms Just Basements

Hold Band Practice

Contemporary Basement by Salt Lake City Photographers Lucy Call

Add A Kitchenette

Make Your Own Art Studio

Eclectic Basement by Atlanta Design-Build Firms MOSAIC Group [Architects and Remodelers]

Create Your Own Sports Memorabilia Museum

Eclectic Basement by Scottsdale Interior Designers & Decorators VM Concept Interior Design Studio

Work Out Without Being Bothered

Contemporary Home Gym by Atlanta Architects & Designers Daniel M Martin, Architect LLC

Go For A Swim

Modern Pool by New York Pools & Spas Design by Guncast

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