Living in an area where full basements are common gives Madison WI homeowners access to dozens of options for expanding their living space. Basement finishing projects are not only economical they can quickly turn under-utilized space into exciting living areas.
After a basement remodel or lower-level renovation, your under-appreciated basement becomes a focal point for family and friends. There’s no shortage of great ideas for basement rooms and activities.
Let your imagination and family lifestyle dictate the best use of your below-ground level space. When you’ve organized your thoughts, we’re ready to tweak your plans based on our years of experience. There’s more to a basement remodel or lower-level renovation than you might think.
If you’re hoping to add a basement bedroom an egress window is required by law. Even if there won’t be a bedroom right now, look into the future. Adding a window meeting the requirements can be a timely investment. Modern building codes dictate any basement with sleeping quarters MUST have an egress window. Egress simply means “a way out.” The window has to be big enough for an adult to crawl out of and there needs to be a clear path to ground level outside. You can’t beat the reward of bringing more natural light into the new rooms, can you? Adding a large window increases the comfort level of any room and adds to resale value.
Basement Remodel Forms
Recreation Rooms
Your “game-time” recreation room – would a Bucky Badger of Packers theme work for you? A personal gym and workout room. An expanded family room for kids and their friends. The perfect place to dive into your hobbies and crafts. A media center, home theater.
Workspace
A workshop. A dedicated home office.
Adding to Home
An added bathroom – an ideal complement to a home gym or bedroom. The perfect updated, inviting laundry room. Extra bedroom or two.
