Has your basement become a gloomy catchment area for cast-off household items and an ever-growing mountain of toys and clutter?

Banish the junk and transform your space to an area fit for everyday entertaining with these basement remodeling tips.

Basement Remodeling with Fun and Happy in Mind

Nothing says happiness quite like bright colors and spaces. Open up dank dark places with natural light, light colored flooring and white paint as a backdrop.

If you’re low on natural light, consider the use of electric lighting elements and mirrors to get a similar effect.

Add strategically placed punches of color to give joy and energy to your space. Don’t be afraid to experiment with rugs and furniture in bold colored tones.

Use light colored wood finishes for storage solutions and courageously display your 6 year old’s art work to add fun family elements to the space.

Basement Remodeling with Calm and Serene in Mind

After a long day, relaxing in a space for grown-ups only is just what the doctor ordered. Let natural light come in as much as possible to bring peace to your senses.

Stick with neutrally colored floors and storage solutions and add a dose of tranquility with a gentle blue or gray wall color framed in white moldings to add elegance.

Neutral furnishings and floor coverings contribute to peaceful surroundings. For added sophistication, use botanical photos or pictures of other serene outdoor structures as wall art. Consider a fireplace and maybe even a custom built bar or wine cellar for the ultimate adults-only relaxation space.

Include Storage in Your Basement Remodeling Design

If your basement is already full of stuff, where is it going to hide after you’ve created real living space? Custom built-ins like shelving, cabinetry and closets are a necessity for keeping the clutter at bay.

Columns and doors can become bookcases, and a wall can be crafted into a gorgeous entertainment center. A small corner of the basement can be transformed into a cleverly organized and enclosed storage room.

Home Customizers will help you design and build out a basement remodeling project you and your family will benefit from long into the future.

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Lighting will help to establish the overall tone of your space. Since basements are already dark, one option is recessed LED lighting with a dimmer switch to give you ultimate control.

One of the most man-centric uses for space in your basement finishing project is a well equipped game room. Items like a pool table, a giant flat screen or home theater; table and chairs for cards and other games; and video gaming systems are all common elements you’ll find in a well-stocked game room.

Consider adding a custom bar, complete with cupboard and counter space, a mini fridge, sink, microwave and wine rack to keep all his favorite refreshments and munchies close at hand.

Basement columns that are normally a structural eyesore can be transformed with custom carpentry into shelving on all four sides – perfect for holding a DVD collection and lots of other man cave items.

Game rooms are extremely versatile, making for the perfect family friendly space whenever he’s not staking a personal claim.

Other popular basement finishing projects with men in mind include a music or jam session room, a workshop, a workout room, or even virtual golf and a putting green.

You might consider using sound deadening drywall and materials to keep the noise contained.

Home Customizers has the experience, talent and resources to help you design and complete your basement finishing project, man cave style, or in any other way that suits your family.

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Basements are often the most underused portion of any home, and without proper organization, basement clutter can build up fast.

You can create the perfect balance between kid-friendly and adult-themed play areas with a bit of inspiration.

Here are some ideas …

Finishing a Basement Hideaway for Kids or Grandkids

Consider building a pint-sized play space beneath your stair case. Kids love this little hideout, which is life-sized to them, and it’s perfect for containing an overflowing toy supply.

Embellish a wall with chalkboard paint, hang beads or a curtain across the entrance of the “fort”, and add recessed lighting for safety. Custom wood toy bins and shelves built to fit the shape and size of the area double as excellent storage when the kids outgrow their toys.

Finishing a Basement Utility Room

The furnace / utility area is generally left unfinished. But ask Home Customizers to make sure this area is up to code for the safety of your family. We can conceal those unattractive mechanical parts and systems with a “hidden” door that acts as a functional and attractive bookcase or shelving unit from the outside.

Inside, consider painting and sealing the concrete floor or laying tile. Build sturdy, just-right shelving to fit the space and your storage needs, and add peg board for hanging tools, cleaning equipment, holiday accessories and more.

Get Creative With Niche Spaces

When you’ve got one wide open floor plan, but need to utilize it for various functions, niche spaces can help you achieve your most elaborate design goals.

Separate your treadmills and free weights from the lounge area with a custom built fitness center. You can bring the gym home by paying special attention to lighting and flooring, adding a wide-width closet with mirrored doors or hanging wall mirrors where appropriate, and having custom storage space built for all of your equipment needs.

Mount a TV on the wall, add a tiny break area with mini-frig, small sink, cupboard and counter top, and a surround-sound speaker system.

Home Customizers can assist you with planning and design in addition to finishing a basement your family will love spending a lot of time in.

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