The basement is a whole lot of space with endless possibilities. You can transform it into an extra living area with a cozy home office, maybe a sleek kitchenette, or rooms to rent out for extra ...

Anyone with a basement knows that having a lower level is a design dream. But, while you might be fixated on how to make the most of your space—be it a home office, play area, or private theater—there ...

From built-in cubbies to a subtle bookshelf, the space underneath your stairs can provide much-needed storage. Houston designer Emily Spanos of Emily June Designs says failing to unlock the full ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Know how much space you are working with. This is particularly important regarding height: Many local regulations on turning a basement into a livable area require that the basement be at least 7 feet ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...