San Francisco Bay Area - Hubbys future mancave

by dawnie1856

Hubbys future mancave

Its a fairly large space down there and we do a lot of entertaining in the basement. I would like to hear some ideas on what to do with this space. I was kinda thinking a pub type style man cave for the hubby. eventually we would like to get a pool table somewhere down there since there is more than enough room. We are on a limited budget. The walls are insulated behind the 70's style paneling.. You really cant tell in the pictures but there is also a pantry on the north side of the wall in the weight room. On the opposite side of the room(left of the stairs, we currently have a guest bedroom and a storage room) Any ideas would be greatly appreciated

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decoenthusiaste What is Hubby's hobby or favorite theme? If you search the box above under Photos for man cave, you will find everything he could dream of. Just a matter of what you can incorporate into your space and what you can afford. I'd start with an overall plan and accomplish it in segments, so you can get it started and then save up for some of the more expensive options and "man toys!"

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Interiors International, Inc. I would start with a theme for the room. This will help guide you with colors and finishes.

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Adeline George Paint panelling get big screen tv

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stachowiak We have some amazing real stone panels some in onyx that can be back lit for a very dramatic effect.
www.designerstonepanels.net

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Living Space Landscapes Future man cave??? It's turn-key ready. Just add a good movie and a bowl of popcorn. I often "retreat" to my nicely seasoned basement with 70's paneling at the end of a long day. It's so outdated, my friends insist I don't change it.

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maureenroth Wow, you're nice. I just built mine a closet in the laundry room for his records. No way he was getting a whole cave!

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Kaplan Architects, AIA I agree paint the paneling and get a big flat screen...

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laurielynne I'm not a big fan of themed rooms, preferring instead something that appeals to the family (a family cave vs man cave) . That said, even though I'm usually not a fan of dark spaces, I think the room looks pretty good as it is. Maybe some new furniture in brighter colours/textures (for more contrast) would be enough to spiff it up. A sectional couch and a more substantial coffee table, some big artwork and perhaps a bold area rug to define space would help as well. Also check out some of the basements Candice Olson has done - some really beautiful spaces and great ideas.

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katherineevers Yes to paint and flat screen. Also, replace fluorescent lights with can lights and possibly wall sconces. Is the grid on the drop ceiling black? If so, paint white so there is less eye-catching contrast. If you're thinking "pub" theme, replace couches with leather and collect well worn furniture and decorative items. You could possibly even replace the carpet with a diy laminate that looks like old wood.

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sands213 It would be fun to put a tin ceiling in and it would go with the pub feel. i suggest this but I don't have any idea of the cost but I think it would look great!

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Trouble Free Electric Replace those saggy insulation ceiling tiles with either a tin style or at least a standard ceiling tile, lose the 2x4 lay-in fixtures, install can lights and dimmer switches. If your budget allows, accent the key features of the remodel with LED strip lights.

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nsalta Search on houzz photos for basement remodels. There are photos of exposed ceilings that looked amazing. By removing the ceiling tiles you would gain head space and it goes a bit industrial which would give it a great feel and modernize the room.

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