Use Basement Design to Brighten Up Your Dark Basement

Depending on how you want to use your newly renovated space will determine your basement design.

For example, you would want the feel of a home theater to be different from a home office or family den.

However, in a commonly dark space such as a basement, you’ll probably want to choose a basement design that lightens up the space using lighting and color.

Regardless of what the room is being used for, there should be sufficient lighting (ideally a combination of both natural and artificial lighting).

To capitalize on the lighting, you may want to have an open floor plan, larger windows, and even French doors that lead to the basement instead of a solid door. Light paint, or wall color, along with mirrors can also make the most out of the lighting situation.

To create an open floor plan, you may need to remove posts or columns. It may even be a good idea to create new walls to hide necessary supportive columns.

This may also be a great way to hide air ducts or plumbing that needs repositioning. To make the room look even wider and longer, you can even implement horizontal design techniques.

For the actual basement décor, you may want to choose a basement design that is full of color. It is your ultimate goal to change this dark space into something more alive. Now is your chance to try out shades of red, blue, yellow, orange, and green.

If you are recycling old furniture, think of ways to make them lighter in color too.

For example, use a bright slip cover on an old couch, white wash that dark wood desk, or even use accent pillows or rugs to help lighten the area and give additional texture.

Even a piece of artwork can change the feel of a section of your basement, or even the entire room.

It is not that difficult to brighten up a space when you follow these suggested basement design tips.