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With extra room in the basement, there’s a whole other level with which to be playful. “Get as much headroom as possible,” cautions Bygga. “And include as much natural light, whether from lightwells or windows or by the staircase.” As for function, that’s easy, says Ensoul. “Our clients want to bring as much under their roof as possible to enjoy every minute at home with their partners and families. This has translated into a trend for home cinemas, wine cellars, gyms and even hotel-like spas as well as the counterpoint – a fully functioning home study.”
1. A cinema room in the basement is a design that can be thoroughly enjoyed by all – Ensoul.
2. Allocating a space for the children such as this gymnasium could be something to embrace – Ensoul.
3. Showcasing a special collection forms a focal point as well as a talking point – Good London Builders.
4. If you’re partial to a party, a bar in the basement could be just what you need – Ensoul.
5. Utilise the basement to its full potential. Multiple uses such as this gym and lounge are segregated by Crittall-style dividers keeping the space open and light, while accommodating more than one user – Good London Builders.
6. This inspiring study space in the basement takes you away from your everyday surroundings – Hughes Developments.
7. Defining the basement from the outside makes it its own separate space but still in keeping with the rest of the home – Hughes Developments.
8. An extra lounge space is a real luxury. Having another space to escape and relax or even play some games is a good feeling – Decimus Design.
9. This frameless window gives a view through to natural light, opening up the space that little bit more – Hughes Developments.
10. If you’re seriously into your wine, you may need a space to store it – Bygga.
11. Continuing your home downstairs into the lower level stretches out the space making it an everyday place to go – Hughes Developments.
12. A natural pathway is created in this basement, but with the frameless window and open doorway it still portrays an open floor plan – Hughes Developments.
13. Making a feature of the basement from an external point of view also allows light to travel into the lower level of the house – Good London Builders.
14. Enjoy the inside and outside, a private space which flows outdoors into another private space – Hughes Developments.
APPOINTING A HARDWOOD FLOOR FITTER
If properly fitted, your floor should last for decades. So who to use?
1. Testimonals: Look for genuine recommendations, testimonials and the best review websites (eg. Google, Trustpilot), or your hardwood supplier may
recommend a fitter.2. Portfolio: Look at examples of the fitter’s work, including prestige commercial premises.
3. Specialists: Fitting a hardwood floor demands knowledge, experience and specialist skills. General builders don’t have these qualities.
4. Quotations: A good quotation costs out all the details; if your floor has not been properly surveyed, accept the quotation at your peril!
5. Face-to-face meeting: Does the fitter know what he is talking about? His work will intrude on your lifestyle – can you trust him?
6. Ecology: Be sure that timber for your floors is responsibly sourced and fully certified. A conscientious fitter should tell you if the old floor can be restored.
Source: H S Wood Flooring
