Private-Use Basement vs Legal Basement Apartment
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The main question that arises before starting the renovation of the most undervalued space in a private home is the intended use of the basement. One needs to decide between a private-use basement and a legal basement apartment. In the basement renovation projects in Brantford, the former is more prevalent, whereas in basement renovation Hamilton, the latter is often preferred.
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Key Elements of the Basement Renovation Project in Brantford
Once the potential users for the future finished basement are identified, it’s essential to determine its layout. This depends on numerous factors and the homeowners’ preferences. For instance, in our basement renovation projects in Brantford, we often encounter the creation of a home spa. In contrast, according to our statistics, basement renovations in Burlington often include a home gym.
In this case, the majority of the space in the most undervalued area of a private home features an open concept design with a large living space, as well as a basement bar. Additionally, there’s a basement bathroom with a sauna, and a full-fledged home gym with equipment for all muscle groups.
Open Concept Basement
The open concept layout often becomes the key element in many basement renovation projects. This includes one large communal space with a living area, entertainment space, home bar, and more. This case was no exception.
Our company’s experts provided top-tier basement remodeling services to the clients, implementing a spacious living room area with a couch, a feature wall with a large TV, and an electric fireplace opposite it. It also features a modern modular bar for storing and preparing drinks and snacks.
Modern Basement Bar
An integral part of this renovated basement communal space is the basement bar, crafted based on a modern modular system. It consists of a set of standard upper and lower cabinets. From these, one can assemble a modern bar or kitchenette of any layout.
In this instance, a bar spanning 2.5 sections is used. Some upper cabinets are closed, while others are open. In addition to the cabinets, there are also a couple of compact refrigerators: one traditional for snacks and a wine fridge for beverages.
Related Ideas for Modern Finished Basement
Basement Home Gym Ideas
You can allocate a dedicated room in the basement for a home gym or incorporate it into an open concept layout. To ensure a comprehensive workout regimen, it’s crucial to equip the space with versatile fitness equipment, both cardio machines and strength training apparatus.
Basement Feature Wall Ideas
The feature wall should be the true focal point of the entire space. It typically stands out against the rest of the wall, often by using a darker color and optionally adorned with artificial stone or tiles. Typically, a television is mounted on it, and its lower section can accommodate an electric or gas fireplace.
Basement Apartment Ideas
Basements are often converted into full-fledged apartments that can be rented out for a steady monthly income. In such spaces, it’s essential to include a fully equipped bathroom with a shower, a designated cooking area, and having a separate entrance is undoubtedly a valuable addition.
Basement Rooms Ideas
When planning a renovation for your basement, it’s vital to consider not only the overall design but also the individual rooms that will be utilized. Often, homeowners include a guest bedroom and an additional bathroom. However, the number and functionality of the rooms are only limited by the owner’s imagination and possibilities.
Basement Home Theater Ideas
Home theaters are frequently part of an open concept basement, but some homeowners prefer a dedicated room for movie-watching. The decision hinges on the available space and the owner’s preferences. A home theater can encompass a variety of engaging features that need careful planning.
Open Concept Basement Ideas
Thanks to the open concept layout, a residential basement becomes highly multifunctional. It can serve as an entertainment center for all family members, often including areas for watching both new and classic movies and series, a home gym, and even a contemporary bar.
Advanced Ideas Implemented Throughout Basement Renovation
Basement Home Spa
The sauna, situated directly in the basement bathroom of this private home, also deserves special attention. In this case, an infrared sauna was used, but our company’s specialists can effortlessly install traditional or any other types.
The sauna offers a chance to relax after a stressful workday and intense workouts in the gym, which is also located in the basement of this private home. The homeowners have truly created a functional space for regular leisure.
Basement Feature Wall
The focal point of the open concept is the feature wall. This portion of the wall, which is adorned with artificial stone during the basement finishing process, is the main highlight of the entire space. It invariably attracts the attention of not only the homeowners but also their relatives, friends, and other guests.
During the electrical work, an electric fireplace was incorporated into the feature wall. On one hand, it simply looks great and makes the entire space more cozy. On the other, it also serves as an additional heating appliance for the home. For more details, visit the Basement Feature Wall Ideas page.
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Basement Bathroom
An essential feature in not only this but many other basement renovation projects is the creation of a separate bathroom. It’s particularly sought-after when creating a legal basement apartment. However, very often, a new bathroom is added, or existing ones under bathroom renovations, even if the basement space is for private use.
In this case, a full 3-piece bathroom has been implemented with a cost-effective corner round shower room. Additionally, this project includes an infrared sauna located within the bathroom. The realization of this space is solely based on the client’s wishes. Find more interesting options on the Basement Bar Ideas page.
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Basement Home Gym
The fully-equipped home gym, implemented in a separate room in this private home’s basement, also deserves special attention. It contains versatile equipment necessary to maintain the fitness of one’s entire body.
Home gym elements are often incorporated directly into the main open concept space. However, in this case, the homeowners opted for a separate dedicated room, ensuring that their planned workouts are much more effective.
Finished Basement guarantees that all services rendered adhere to the Ontario Building Code (OBC). This reflects the company’s commitment to quality and compliance with industry standards for remodeling services. We ensure that basement renovations will meet legislative and safety requirements.
If, during the 5-year warranty period, any installation defects are found in any part of the basement, we commit to rectifying them. Any defective remodeling services will be redone at no additional cost. This warranty underscores our unwavering commitment to cater to our clients’ needs.
Distinct Features of Basement Space in Brantford
Modern Modular System for Basement Bar
Our company’s developed modern modular system was used to implement the basement bar for storing and preparing drinks and snacks. This system relies on mass-produced modules from which one can assemble sets of upper and lower cabinets in any desired layout.
On one hand, this system offers the advantage of assembling a basement bar or even a kitchenette very quickly without the need for custom-made furniture. On the other hand, thanks to this technology, the cost of implementing this feature in a private home’s basement is significantly reduced.
Both Regular & Wine Fridges for Basement Bar
The owners of this private home, in which the basement renovation project was carried out, chose to use not one but two refrigerators. Within the basement bar, they installed a compact traditional refrigerator for snacks and an additional wine fridge for beverages.
Most commonly, a sink is also incorporated into the basement bar, a feature we recommend to all our clients. However, the homeowners of this particular house decided against it, believing they already have a full kitchen in the main part of the home which they’d use more frequently.
Electric Fireplace for Feature Wall
An important component in many living spaces is the fireplace. While the electric variant is most commonly used, some homeowners prefer gas. However, this is typically the case when gas equipment is already used in other parts of the house.
The fireplace adds additional coziness to the entire space, which is why it’s frequently incorporated into various projects. Moreover, it can also serve as an additional heating source for the entire space if homeowners require it.
Modern Folding Bench for Shower Room
A small yet very useful feature of this project that deserves special attention is installed in the shower room. It’s a modern folding bench, allowing for the convenience of showering while seated, which can be especially handy when using various cosmetic products.
Similar benches are often installed when steam machines are used in the shower room. This results in a substitute or a beneficial addition to the home spa, where traditional or infrared saunas and many other features can also be incorporated.
