An unfinished basement can be a cold and dark place, little more than a glorified storage area with a water heater, furnace, and fuse box. But it can be so much more. Basement remodeling can make this space a usable and livable area, a natural extension of the rest of the home. Here, discover a few ways to make innovative use of your basement space.

What Can a Finished Basement Add to Your Home?

1. A Family Room

A basement is a perfect location for a recreational family room, allowing you to designate your upper-floor living room as a more formal space. After the walls, ceiling, and flooring have been installed by your basement remodeling contractor, fill this new, open room with plenty of comfortable seating like couches and easy chairs, a home theater system, and a large table to play cards and board games. Let the basement be a place where every member of the family can unwind and connect.

2. A Playroom

It's no secret that kids can be messy, and their toys can quickly end up all over the house. Contain the mess by making the basement a playroom. This will also give the kids their own designated space to play and explore their creativity. A soft carpet or large rug is a must. Put in low shelves along the walls for easy accessibility, and leave the interior space open, so the kids have ample room to play. Consider a small workbench as part of your basement remodeling so the kids will have a spot to do arts and crafts.

3. A Home Gym

Transforming your basement into a home gym is an investment that will start paying for itself right away, saving you a considerable amount of money on costly health club memberships. Choose a durable but comfortable flooring, such as rubber or cork, and purchase exercise equipment like a treadmill or stationary bike. Devote a section of the gym to open space where you can spread out a yoga mat or make use of free weights. Have an authentic gym experience by wiring the basement to a sound system to keep you pumped and motivated and install a basement bathroom for easy and accessible post-workout showers.

Put your space to good use with the help of a basement remodeling professional. Naugle Construction Company has been serving the Columbia, MO, region since 1954. They offer a variety of home improvement services, including constructions, remodels, deck building, and concrete repair. Call (573) 474-9444 or visit them online to request an estimate for your new basement.