As your family grows, remodeling the basement into a functional living space doesn’t just increase room for play or work – it also adds significant value to your home. However, you should be careful in the design of the remodel to ensure structural integrity. A successful basement renovation depends on adequate plumbing, electrical and HVAC components, as well as good moisture and drainage control.
There are many functional uses for a basement, some of which include:
- Office: Do you need a quiet area to work, out of the way of the kids? Basement remodeling can offer you the privacy you need in order to be productive. To make your basement office comfortable, consider beefing up the utilities for power and HVAC.
- Entertainment Area: As the kids grow, a remodeled basement is a perfect playroom for the children and their friends, or it can even be the perfect game room for adults.
- Home Gym: With the obligations of caring for the kids and having a job, getting to the gym can be difficult. A remodeled basement can be an ideal workout space that benefits the whole family. Consider having mirrors and carpeting installed for added functionality.
- Homework or Craft Room: Do the kids need a space where they can work on school projects? Or perhaps you need space to pursue a growing hobby? Either way, ensure that your basement remodeling design allows for electrical wiring, broadband, satellite, cable, and/or telephone lines.
- Guest Room: Maybe you have a relative or a live-in nanny who needs private quarters? Remodeling gives you the opportunity to transform your basement into a new guest room, or even a small apartment.