Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in New England. The leaves of maples and oak trees change from green to vivid shades of reds, oranges and yellows. The Fall foliage season is Mother Nature’s departing gift before the cold and snow blankets …
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Lighting in a basement living space is one of the biggest design considerations when remodeling or finishing a basement. Forget about those old large, rectangular fluorescent lights, modern and stylish lighting is a better way to light up your basement. A quick and relatively simple …
Read Full ArticleDesign inspiration flows throughout the centuries and this 1950’s era Art Deco basement is stunning. Don’t be afraid to use the bold colors and patterns of the Art Deco era when thinking about basement design. If you believe your basement is too small, a portion …
Read Full ArticleHave you ever thought about the stairs in your home? Whether they are the stairs that lead up to the second level or third level of your home or the stairs that lead down to your basement living area, stairs get little design attention. It …
Read Full ArticleMom may have said “Shh! don’t make a scene!” when you were having a temper tantrum in the grocery store. But in the basement, you should feel free to make any type of scene that you want – patterned, landscaped, architectural, bold, loud or colorful …
Read Full ArticleMany bugs live out their lives in the cool, dark and oftentimes damp environments of basements. Most of these bugs are not the cute little ladybugs that we adore nor are they these little fuzzy May Bugs either. This basement bug world is found all …
Read Full ArticleBowling has been around for centuries. In fact, it may date back to ancient Egyptian times, around 3200 BC. Bowling in the United States evolved from the mid 1800’s and finally gained popularity during the 1950’s. Many bowling historians credit the rise in popularity to …
Read Full ArticleIt’s true that finishing a basement can be a massive undertaking. The choices and options you have when finishing a basement are really endless. One choice you may not have given much thought to is the ceiling. What type of ceiling will you want to …
Read Full ArticleThis Basement Photo Friday is music to your ears. Now this is a music room – bright, modern yet cozy and all in a multifunctional basement space. …
Read Full ArticleFinishing a basement can be a massive undertaking. There are many choices to make when you finish a basement including the color of the walls and the type of bathroom fixtures. Deciding what type of ceiling to install in your basement may not be an …
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