Remodeling can let you create more livable space in your home. Finishing a basement is an excellent way to make use of existing square footage that might have been previously underutilized. Here are a few ways to consider using this newly redone area in your house.

How Should You Use a Finished Basement?

1. Home Theater

Do you love to watch sports or enjoy a movie together as a family? Set up a home theater, featuring a projector screen, large seats, and a popcorn maker. Add mood lighting to provide enough illumination to see without creating a glare, and set up a surround sound system as a final realistic theater-like touch.

2. Office

Working at home can be distracting if you don’t have a designated work area. Set up an office as your next remodeling project, so you can easily stay focused. Add recessed and task lighting, plus a desk and an ergonomic chair, to facilitate comfort and spinal safety.

3. Bar

Create an adult space by making a kitchenette featuring a fridge, counters, and a sink. Install a bar counter to make it easy to shake up cocktails and blend margaritas. Wine drinkers can enjoy a specialized wine fridge or racks, and everyone will appreciate comfortable seating to create the perfect grown-up hangout spot. 

4. Gym

Skip paying monthly gym fees and make exercising convenient by creating a gym in your house. Remodeling the basement into a workout area will make you more likely to stay active, thanks to the convenient location. Put in padded flooring, weights, and cardio machines to get started.

6. Playroom

Kids love having a place where they can romp and run—without you worrying about them destroying furniture or leaving toys everywhere. Create a playroom, featuring storage, cushy furniture, and a small table and chairs for crafts, so your kids can have their own space.

If you’re looking for a remodeling contractor to help with your basement, contact ST Evans in St. Louis County, MO. Their crew has over 20 years of industry experience using top-notch tools and building materials for new construction, add-ons, and other projects. Call the Fenton-area contractors at (314) 267-4064 or visit their website for more information on their remodeling projects.