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Our team transformed an unfinished, dimly lit basement into a bright, open, loft-style living space that feels modern, airy, and multifunctional.
Before
The basement was a raw, utilitarian area with exposed joists and ducts on the ceiling, bare concrete floors, unfinished walls, a plain white-painted brick fireplace, and minimal features — like empty shelves and a prominent red door — making it feel cold, cluttered, and underutilized.
What We Did
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Ceiling Transformation
Painted the exposed ceiling white to maximize perceived height and brightness while retaining the industrial joists for loft character. -
Wood Accents
Clad structural columns and feature walls in horizontal light wood slats to add warmth, texture, and visual interest. -
Custom Media Wall
Designed and built a custom media wall with integrated TV mounting, open shelving, and concealed storage. -
Flooring Upgrade
Installed durable, light gray tile flooring throughout for a clean, contemporary base. -
Fireplace Refresh
Refreshed the white brick fireplace and added simple mantel decor. -
Lighting Enhancement
Incorporated modern recessed, track, and accent lighting to brighten and zone the space. -
Multifunctional Zones
Created multifunctional areas: a cozy seating/lounge zone, kids' play area, compact home office nook, and full entertainment setup. -
Architectural Accents
Highlighted architectural accents like the bold red door and added pops of color with furniture and decor.
The Result
A spacious, inviting lower level that now serves as a true family hub for relaxing, playing, working, and entertaining. The open layout, natural wood elements, strategic lighting, and vibrant accents create a contemporary loft vibe that's significantly larger-feeling, brighter, and far more functional — turning wasted space into the home's favorite gathering spot.
HomeByMila
Huge thank you! The flooring installation is perfect. I’m honestly impressed with the attention to detail.