Featured Finish: Lafayette - Bold Beauty
Color takes center stage in this inviting Lafayette basement, where bright hues in cabinetry, furnishings, and wall color balance with warm neutrals in flooring, stone, and woodwork. All work in harmony to create a playfully sophisticated space.
A walk-up bar with Mission style cabinets painted in a slate blue finish anchors one side of the large rec room. Richly stained knotty Alder shelving at both the bar and a recessed wall niche lends warmth to the space while also providing valuable storage and display for barware, games, and collectibles.
7″ wide vinyl plank flooring proves a smart choice for basement installation, with its scratch and water-resistant properties.
The variegated wood tones blend well with the floor-to-ceiling stacked fireplace stone and create unity throughout the basement space.
A linear gas fireplace complements the modern layout and serves as a focal point in the entertainment area. Another knotty Alder floating shelf, matching those at the wet bar, holds A/V equipment conveniently and attractively.
A children’s play area, furnished with a bright, plush area rug and comfy lounging cushions, is tucked around the corner from the fireplace.
Double doors open to a storage closet perfect to contain toys, games, and throw blankets.
Viewed from this angle of the large open area, you glimpse an echo of the orange color palette in the office and a handsome barn door, leading to an unfinished storage area.
A saturated color such as Sherwin Williams’ Raucous Orange could overwhelm some rooms but given the abundance of full-light windows in this office, the bold choice serves to energize the space.
Painting the framed soffit (which houses HVAC lines) in the same shade creates the look of an intentional beam.
The slate blue cabinets carry into the bathroom as well, where rich brown ceiling-height shower tile and gleaming brushed nickel plumbing fixtures and cabinet hardware combine to create a relaxing space.
Details such as the wide-set lav faucet and square under-mount sink add to the feeling of luxury.
And speaking of details, did you happen to notice the stunning glossy textured white 2″ x 6″ subway tile installed to the ceiling at the wet bar splash?
And we knew you’d want to check out a closeup of the beautiful knotty wood barn door! Basement storage never looked so good.
When you’re ready to finish your basement, call Sheffield. With nearly 50 years of experience in residential home construction we have the expertise, trade relationships , and experience to take your job to the finish line—whether you’re the Raucous Orange type or you’re more on the Misty Harbor side. Call today to schedule a no-cost in-home estimate: 303-420-0056.
