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Basement Remodel

Flemington

LOCATION

2025

YEAR

1400

SQ. FT

DESIGN CONCEPT

The goal was to transform an unfinished basement into a fully functional lower level designed for entertaining and everyday use. The space was planned to include a large open game area, a lounge for viewing, a kitchenette for hosting, a dedicated wine room, and a full bathroom with laundry. The design keeps the structure exposed where possible while organizing the layout with defined zones, improved circulation, and integrated storage.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodeling - Concept

ORIGINAL FLOOR PLAN

The basement was unfinished with exposed framing, insulation, ductwork, and multiple structural posts throughout the space. Mechanical systems including the water heater, radon line, and main utilities were exposed and dictated circulation. There were no defined rooms, no finished flooring, and no designated areas for storage, entertainment, or plumbing fixtures.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodeling - As Built Floor Plan

NEW FLOOR PLAN

The updated layout organizes the basement into clear functional zones including a large open game area, a lounge with media, a kitchenette, a full bathroom with laundry, and a dedicated wine room enclosed with glass. New full height and partial height walls were added to define spaces while maintaining openness. Structural posts were incorporated into the design and painted to blend with the exposed ceiling. The bathroom and wine room feature dropped ceilings while the remainder of the basement maintains an exposed painted ceiling. Access panels were created for mechanical systems and utilities to maintain functionality without disrupting the finished look.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodeling - Proposed Floor Plan
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel
The space features a continuous epoxy floor throughout the finished areas for durability and easy maintenance.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel
Cabinetry throughout the spaces features a consistent door style and full overlay construction.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel
The bathroom features large format wall tile in a vertical stacked layout with a contrasting horizontal accent band.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

DETAILS:

CABINETS

Cabinetry is used throughout the kitchenette, bathroom, and game storage areas with a consistent door style and full overlay construction. The layout includes base and wall cabinetry for storage, along with a dedicated cabinet configuration for the laundry area. Hardware is applied consistently across all cabinetry to maintain a unified look.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

TILE AND STONE

The bathroom features large format wall tile in a vertical stacked layout with a contrasting horizontal accent band. The shower includes a tiled surround with a matching trim finish and a built in niche. Counter surfaces throughout the space use a polished stone material with eased edges and minimal backsplash. A ribbed panel detail is used at the kitchenette backsplash and barn door inlay to add texture.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

FINISHES

The space features a continuous epoxy floor throughout the finished areas for durability and easy maintenance. The ceiling remains exposed and painted, allowing for maximum ceiling height while maintaining access to mechanicals. Walls are finished with drywall, with added insulation in enclosed areas like the wine room. Lighting consists of recessed fixtures throughout with additional task lighting in specific areas.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

DETAILS:

LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

CABINETS

Cabinetry is used throughout the kitchenette, bathroom, and game storage areas with a consistent door style and full overlay construction. The layout includes base and wall cabinetry for storage, along with a dedicated cabinet configuration for the laundry area. Hardware is applied consistently across all cabinetry to maintain a unified look.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

TILE AND STONE

The bathroom features large format wall tile in a vertical stacked layout with a contrasting horizontal accent band. The shower includes a tiled surround with a matching trim finish and a built in niche. Counter surfaces throughout the space use a polished stone material with eased edges and minimal backsplash. A ribbed panel detail is used at the kitchenette backsplash and barn door inlay to add texture.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

FINISHES

The space features a continuous epoxy floor throughout the finished areas for durability and easy maintenance. The ceiling remains exposed and painted, allowing for maximum ceiling height while maintaining access to mechanicals. Walls are finished with drywall, with added insulation in enclosed areas like the wine room. Lighting consists of recessed fixtures throughout with additional task lighting in specific areas.
LBK Design Build - Flemington Basement Remodel

BEFORE

FINAL DESIGN

This basement remodel transforms an underutilized lower level into a fully realized extension of the home, designed for both entertaining and everyday enjoyment. The open layout was strategically organized to accommodate multiple functions at once, including a dedicated gaming area, lounge, kitchenette, and a glass-enclosed wine room that adds both storage and visual impact. Structural elements were embraced rather than hidden, with exposed ceilings and coordinated finishes creating a cohesive, intentional aesthetic throughout. The addition of a full bathroom and integrated laundry enhances convenience, while durable materials and thoughtful lighting ensure the space performs as well as it looks. Each zone was designed to flow naturally into the next, allowing the homeowners to host, relax, and gather with ease in a space that now feels purposeful, elevated, and seamlessly connected to the rest of the home.