Professional basement conversions in: not a quick trip to the big box store
Basements have become what Americans typically refer to as the lower living levels. Virginia & Maryland homeowners are now using their basements for a multitude of purposes. Summit's team has experience creating magnificent though functional spaces including:
- Home theaters
- Game rooms
- Home offices
- Exercise rooms
- Bedrooms & Baths
- Bars
- Kids play areas
- Storage
Approaching basement build-outs and conversions means the designer has to consider many variables. Summit Design Remodeling considers a successful basement design one that maximizes every square foot of usable space, has an open feeling, and includes the features the client wants and needs. However, before Summit Design Remodeling begins the design process, there are a number of factors to consider:
- Is the space dry? If not, getting the moisture out is the first step.
- Low ceilings. Most of the newer homes in Northern Virginia have adequate ceiling heights. However, there are a lot of older homes with barely enough headroom to meet current building code requirements.
- Lack of the required egress. Building codes are very strict in regards to having adequate egress out of a basement in case of an emergency.
- Low hanging pipes and ducts. Summit's designers can usually design your space to be functional working around these obstacles.
- Support columns in the wrong locations. Moving support columns can be expensive, but it is possible.
- Plumbing in the wrong locations. We do not recommend putting your basement bathroom in a specific location just because that is where the plumbing drains are located. Relocating these drains is not an expensive procedure. Never sacrifice design functionality just to accommodate a drain pipe.
If you're itching to get started, contact Summit Design Remodeling and let an experienced Summit design consultant show you how our design process can help you create a basement that is both functional and well designed. Call us for an appointment 703-537-0930 or 301-661-0930.
I’m always very pleased with the quality of your work and responsiveness. Thank you very, very, much. Would definitely recommend Summit Design Remodeling to others - LK, McLean, VA