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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. In 2026 Basement Design Trends Part 1, I covered indoor pools, speakeasies ...

From protecting the walls against moisture ingress to bringing in natural light, designing a basement is a complex process that starts with key practical and technical details to ensure your basement ...

Kristen has worked as a freelance home, design and lifestyle writer since 2021. In that time she has contributed to a number of online media outlets including Apartment Therapy, Hunker, The Everygirl, ...

This project walks through the basement electrical rough-in process, including planning outlet and lighting layouts, marking ...

Deep basements are becoming quite common in central business districts, downtown and prime high-rise developments where the land area is limited and costly. It is also common in cities which have ...