Basements are usually uncommon in Filipino homes. Known as the extra room in the house, basements are usually ignored because no one knows what they should do to it.
Unknown to many, there are tons of things that you can do with a basement. Just get creative and you can definitely turn this dark and unfinished room into a place that anyone would love to stay in.
Game area
There are tons of people who are turning their basements into a game area. Put a pool table, some sofa and flat screen TV and you’re set. This is also a good place to invite friends and watch the latest season of PBA with beer on hand.
Wine cellar
A huge fan of wine and all things alcohol? Then why don’t you turn your basement into a wine cellar? Fill your basement with tons of good wine and impress your guests when they see it.
Playroom for kids
It’s hard to make kids happy. Especially when they’re toddlers and all they want to do is to play, play, play. To make more room for fun, turn your basement into a huge playroom. Put giant mini houses, some tables for drawing, shelves for children’s books, and put all their toys there. Your kids will have a space of their own without leaving the house!
Storage room
Sometimes, the upper floors of our house can’t handle all the things that we own. If you have too many in your hand, then turn your basement into a storage room. Just be sure that you’re going to be organized about it and don’t turn the room into a hoarder’s heaven. Buy cabinets and storage bins so that your brand new storage room will look classy and organized.
Instant gym
Turn heads this coming 2017 by putting a mini gym into your basement. Roll up some yoga mats and your gear and you’ll surely be good to go.
Rent it out
Make extra money by turning your basement into a studio type room. If it’s ok with you to host a tenant, then this is the best way to use your basement. Put a bed in it, a good lighting, a TV and some air condition. Tenants will surely go wild for this rental option.
What are you waiting fro? Turn your basement into something cool and fun this coming new year!
