We started with a blank slate on this basement project where our only obstacles were exposed steel support columns, existing plumbing risers from the concrete slab, and dropped soffits concealing ductwork on the ceiling. It had the advantage of tall ceilings, an existing egress window, and a sliding door leading to a newly constructed patio. This family of five loves the beach and frequents summer beach resorts in the Northeast. Bringing that aesthetic home to enjoy all year long was the inspiration for the décor, as well as creating a family-friendly space for entertaining. Wish list items included room for a billiard table, wet bar, game table, family room, guest bedroom, full bathroom, space for a treadmill and closed storage. The existing structural elements helped to define how best to organize the basement. For instance, we knew we wanted to connect the bar area and billiards table with the patio in order to create an indoor/outdoor entertaining space. It made sense to use the egress window for the guest bedroom for both safety and natural light. The bedroom also would be adjacent to the plumbing risers for easy access to the new bathroom. Since the primary focus of the family room would be for TV viewing, natural light did not need to filter into that space. We made sure to hide the columns inside of newly constructed walls and dropped additional soffits where needed to make the ceiling mechanicals feel less random. In addition to the beach vibe, the homeowner has valuable sports memorabilia that was to be prominently displayed including two seats from the original Yankee stadium. For a coastal feel, shiplap is used on two walls of the family room area. In the bathroom shiplap is used again in a more creative way using wood grain white porcelain tile as the horizontal shiplap “wood”. We connected the tile horizontally with vertical white grout joints and mimicked the horizontal shadow line with dark grey grout. At first glance it looks like we wrapped the shower with real wood shiplap. Materials including a blue and white patterned floor, blue penny tiles and a natural wood vanity checked the list for that seaside feel. A large reclaimed wood door on an exposed sliding barn track separates the family room from the game room where reclaimed beams are punctuated with cable lighting. Cabinetry and a beverage refrigerator are tucked behind the rolling bar cabinet (that doubles as a Blackjack table!). A TV and upright video arcade machine round-out the entertainment in the room. Bar stools, two rotating club chairs, and large square poufs along with the Yankee Stadium seats provide fun places to sit while having a drink, watching billiards or a game on the TV. Signed baseballs can be found behind the bar, adjacent to the billiard table, and on specially designed display shelves next to the poker table in the family room. Thoughtful touches like the surfboards, signage, photographs and accessories make a visitor feel like they are on vacation at a well-appointed beach resort without being cliché.

Making a somewhat traditional track home transform to a home with a indoor outdoor vacation vibe. Creating impact areas that gave the home a very custom high end feel. The clients wanted to walk into their home and feel like they were on vacation somewhere tropical.

On the next leg of the journey was the modern hybrid Farmstead style Great room. The bold black granite apron sink brings wonderful diversity, when paired with the Hale Navy Island, and Lunada Bay backsplash tile that encases the kitchen. The Breakfast nook was a wonderful added touch for this project, where the family can enjoy a wonderful meal or morning coffee together.

Joel Barbitta
パースにある広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (クッションフロア、暖炉なし) の写真

Dining area in open plan space.
エセックスにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、クッションフロア、グレーの床、白い天井) の写真

他の地域にある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (赤い壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、ベージュの床) の写真

Refined yet natural. A white wire-brush gives the natural wood tone a distinct depth, lending it to a variety of spaces. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

サンフランシスコにあるミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (クッションフロア、グレーの壁、暖炉なし) の写真

他の地域にある広いおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、クッションフロア、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

デトロイトにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (ベージュの壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、茶色い床) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にあるラグジュアリーな巨大な北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (マルチカラーの壁、クッションフロア、茶色い床、横長型暖炉、木材の暖炉まわり) の写真

オレンジカウンティにある低価格の小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、ベージュの床) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、茶色い床、三角天井) の写真

サンフランシスコにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、茶色い床) の写真

This LVP driftwood-inspired design balances overcast grey hues with subtle taupes. A smooth, calming style with a neutral undertone that works with all types of decor. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

フランクフルトにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (クッションフロア、茶色い床) の写真

Camarilla Oak – The Courtier Waterproof Collection combines the beauty of real hardwood with the durability and functionality of rigid flooring. This innovative type of flooring perfectly replicates both reclaimed and contemporary hardwood floors, while being completely waterproof, durable and easy to clean.

ロサンゼルスにある小さな地中海スタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、クッションフロア、ベージュの床) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にある高級な広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな独立型ダイニング (白い壁、クッションフロア、暖炉なし、茶色い床) の写真