Contemporary Basement Living Area

Designer Sarah Barnard proves basements don't have to be dark and dingy with this fresh, citrus-inspired contemporary living area.

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November 25, 2014

By: Barbara Ballinger

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Who said a basement had to be boring? Barnard to this space from ho-hum to a stunning living space that easily transitions to an outdoor patio.

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A sectional couch makes the space ideal for entertaining.

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A desk cleverly adjoins the console as an occasional work/computer surface.

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Barnard made arrangements interesting and different—antique brass lamp, vintage Japanese sculpture, hand-carved mahogany conch shell from Negril.

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A cozy patio extends the room to the outdoors.

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Exotic plants give the patio area a lush, colorful appeal.

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