From Cave to Crave: A Lower-Level Mid-Century Remodel in St. Anthony

Once an underused space, this basement is now a bright, versatile extension of the home, ready for everything from cozy movie nights to lively gatherings.

Lead Carpenter Allen Carpentier / Earl Drangstveit

Carpenter Micah Maatman

St. Anthony remodel brings this basement to life!

Project Summary 

Once dark, closed off, and dysfunctional, this basement was nicknamed “The Cave”—a space the homeowners dreaded using except in emergencies. They knew their lower level could be so much more than a storm shelter and seasonal storage.

Their vision? A functional, welcoming space to enjoy year-round. The result is a midcentury modern transformation with improved flow, generous storage, and vibrant character. Thoughtful touches of paint, wallpaper, and décor bring energy to the design, while the open layout makes it perfect for hosting friends and family.

A blend of warm wood tones adds depth and character, seamlessly connecting the basement to the main floor. The thoughtfully planned layout includes a guest bedroom area that feels open yet distinct—perfect for overnight visitors or easily adaptable for events. Once an underused space, this basement is now a bright, versatile extension of the home, ready for everything from cozy movie nights to lively gatherings.

BEFORE—The basement is dark, cramped and barely usable.
BEFORE: Storage in "The Cave".

After Entertainment Space

AFTER—Cabinetry – Waypoint – Slab doors/drawers in Maple Slate; Doors & Door pulls – Amerock Edge Pulls Matte Black.
AFTER: Countertop – Cambria Macbeth; Buffet Refrigerator – Frigidaire beverage center; 

Bar Wallpaper – Spoonflower – Retro Atomic Teak Danish Modern Shapes Abstract Lines Mid-Century Modern Pattern Wallpaper.

AFTER—TV Accent wall – Sherwin Williams – Lagood.
AFTER: Converted bedroom; Paint-Living Area/TV Area/Guest Area – Sherwin Williams Snowbound.
BEFORE: Existing dark bathroom and basic stairs.
AFTER: Sink Faucet/TP holder/Towel Ring – Delta Trinsic– Matte Black; Shower Fixture – Delta Ashlyn Matte Black; Shower Surround and Base – White Onyx; Paint-Bathroom – Sherwin Williams Drizzle
AFTER: Significant aesthetic improvement to the stairs; Flooring – Adura FLEX Swiss Oak in Nougat color.
AFTER: Balusters - Hollow black stain plain ½" square baluster; Staircase runner – MFS Majestic loop in the color Spun Wool.
AFTER: Newel Post – Stained 3 ½" oak newel post - oak.
AFTER: A clever solution to a plumbing access panel required by code.

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