Basement Ideas: GYM, Lair, Gaming Room Anything

Basements were considered an unused and unutilized space or only for storage.  For many kids, it was where the scary things lived.  Now all that has changed and homeowners have an increased interest in remodeling their unutilized space into something they want. Homeowners have realized that they can put this large expansive space to good use and maybe even add value to their home in the process.

Enclosed Theater Rooms vs. Open TV Spaces

Nowadays, the trends of basement remodeling depends on the owner, whether they want theaters, a small bar, wine seller, a gaming room, personal office space, library anything you name is possible.

One of the option in them is to convert your basement’s underutilized space into an enclose theater or just a open TV space. Whereas, the theater room provides a safe and unmatching experience of good old theater days open TV space is not a bad choice too. It completely depends on the individual and their liking.

And gaming rooms, lair, arcades, fun room can fall in this category too which provides a sort of personalized in enclosed or open space.

Gyms, Spas, Massage Room

The unused or unutilized basement space is mostly converted to GYMs, spas and massage room. Because of it’s utilization and it provides a healthy environment to your house. Converting basement in Gyms and spas is the most talked and done thing among basement owners.

Why would it not be? This is actually a popular idea that keeps appealing to more and more homeowners. With its large open space and ideal location, the basement is perfect for a gym. In fact, go one step further and set up an at home spa with all the luxuries of one including a steam shower, sauna and massage area.

Brewery, Wine Seller, Lounge

Unlike any other space in your home basement can be anything of above. Whether it is a mini pub or bar, a wine seller for collectors and wine lover, a shared lounge for whole family. It can be anything what you want.

Family Space and Kids Room

What a great way to create a fun getaway space for your kids by using the space underneath the stairway as their private oasis. In a small basement where real estate is limited, multi-tasking allows you to put the same space to multiple uses. It is an effective way of maximizing space. For example, you could set up a small library that also serves as your home office. Or you could have a lounge area that is kids’ play area during the day, then a TV room for the adults when the kids are asleep.

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