Yes, a beautiful basement is actually possible.
These ideas, courtesy of designers all around the South, should give youall the inspiration you need.
Despite the neutral palette, the space feels dynamic because of all the texture and pattern.

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Enter: the accent wall, which in this case is stunning natural stone.
This one leans into pink and gold, the ultimate feminine combination.
This one proves that the dated wall covering doesn’t have to be such a bad thing.

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Styled correctly, it can actually be incredibly chic.
Designed byRyan Street Architectsin Austin, Texas, this one flawlessly leans into the dark and moody vibe.
Basements are known for being multi-purpose spaces, and no room should be exempt.

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Worried you’ll be putting lipstick on a pig?
Just look above: The bright yellow actually reads as bold and industrial.
It makes such a big impact and quickly makes the open-concept space feel more cohesive.

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But does that mean it needs to be relegated to big totes on a wire shelf?
This basement begs to differ, which is full of smart, custom built-ins.
Paint On a Runner
Who says you need a rug to make a runner?

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Instead, give it exactly what it wants: a beautifully dark paint.
This family-friendly option will make the most of your dark space and create memories for years to come.

Credit:Courtesy of Cumbaa Design Co, by Klik Studio

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Credit:Courtesy of Ryan Street Architects, by Douglas Friedman

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Credit:Courtesy of BarnesVanze Architects, by Anice Hoachlander

Credit: Photo by Stephen Karlisch

Credit: Photo: Tria Giovan, Styling: Olga Naiman

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