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Making the Most of Your Lower Level When it comes to making the most of your lower level, the options are endless. Although some people prefer to keep things cohesive with the rest of the home, you have a lot more freedom to get creative with the design elements. Here are some room ideas to give your lower level a little personality and ensure it fits your lifestyle just right.
Want to add a home theater to your lower level but don’t have quite enough space? A screening room is a great alternative! Think of it as a slightly more functional, sophisticated version of your typical media room. It still has all the elements you love—such as an oversized sectional, flat-screen TV, and surround sound—while being a more practical entertainment space.
Wet Bar Basement bars aren’t a new concept, but they’ve certainly come a long way. The dark, paneled bar of the '70s has been replace with its sleeker, smoother counterpart: the wet bar. This fun, informal space invites family and friends to gather, mingle, and unwind together. There’s a lot of room to play when it comes to designing a lower-level wet bar. Whether you want it to reflect your upstairs finishes or prefer to create an entirely different vibe, the choice is yours.
By Katie Jenison
CREATIVE HOMES, INC. | ANDREA DOBBS
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