Reimagining the Lenker Family’s Basement
Introduction
At Victoria Renovations, we pride ourselves on bringing dream renovations to life while ensuring the process is as seamless and enjoyable as possible. We recently had the pleasure of transforming the basement of the Lenker family home in Milton, Georgia, located in the beautiful and serene Fulton County. This comprehensive remodel included various construction disciplines, from structural changes to detailed finishings, all executed with our hallmark of quality and attention to detail. The project highlights our expertise in occupied remodeling and our commitment to dust-free construction environments.
Initial Steps: Planning and Preparation
The Lenker family envisioned a multi-functional space that would include a gym, a bar, a TV room, and a luxurious steam shower. Our team began with meticulous planning and preparation, ensuring every detail was covered. We supplied and installed an additional 100-amp breaker panel to provide the necessary circuits for the expanded functionalities.
Staircase Enhancement
To begin, we enhanced the staircase by supplying, installing, and staining a wood handrail with iron balusters, matching the elegant style of the upstairs. This small but impactful change set the tone for the rest of the basement’s transformation.
Structural Modifications
One of the significant structural changes involved opening an interior wall and installing a triple LVL beam with jack studs to create a 7’6″ wide opening at the bottom of the stairs. This modification seamlessly connected the landing to the TV room, providing an open and inviting space. Additionally, we relocated the return vent to above the new pocket door, ensuring optimal HVAC performance.
Gym and Wall Modifications
In the gym, we framed and installed metal to create a soffit along two walls and supplied materials and labor to re-frame the wall between the gym and landing area to accommodate a new pocket door. We also installed a weather board to create a shiplap effect on the gym’s back wall, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. To ensure the gym was practical and inviting, we installed a 1/4″ plate glass mirror on the longest exterior wall.
Luxurious Steam Shower
The steam shower was a focal point of this remodel. We jackhammered the slab to center the plumbing drain in the floor and reinstalled the concrete, ready for flooring. We installed an Aroma Designer Finish Steamhead, a rain shower head, and a shower diverter, all adding to the luxurious feel. The custom-built bench and frameless shower door completed this spa-like sanctuary.
Cozy TV Room and Stone Fireplace
In the TV room, we supplied and installed Eldorado Stone brand “Nantucket” faux stone on the fireplace walls, from floor to ceiling. The stonework added a rustic yet sophisticated charm to the room. We also supplied and installed a Lenox 14 SEER heat pump unit, ensuring the basement maintained a comfortable temperature year-round.
Elegant Bar Area
The bar area was designed to be both functional and stylish. We framed in and closed the existing window opening on the back wall, removing the header to allow for plumbing installation. The custom-built cabinets, Scotsman 15″ clear ice machine with a pump, and Blanca Statuarietto quartz countertops with an eased edge added a touch of elegance. The IWT Revere Convex Subway Tile in Ash with warm gray grout as the backsplash perfectly complemented the overall design.
Final Touches: Trim and Paint
Throughout the basement, we added various trim and paint details to enhance the finish. We wrapped the posts between the game room and TV room in 1×10 rough-sawn cedar, stained to match the barn door, creating a cohesive and polished look. All walls, trim, and doors were filled, caulked, primed, and painted using Sherwin Williams ProMar 200 Latex paint, ensuring a durable and beautiful finish.
Conclusion
The Lenker family’s basement transformation is a testament to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. If you’re a homeowner in the City of Atlanta, Fulton County, Dekalb County, Cobb County, Cherokee County, Forsyth County, Gwinnett County, or Hall County, and you’re looking to remodel your home, we invite you to contact Victoria Renovations for a free in-home consultation. Let us help you bring your vision to life with our expert design-build services, ensuring a smooth and dust-free remodeling experience.
Victoria Renovations is a Design-Build home remodeler, specializing in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, porches, wine rooms, additions, and whole house remodels. Our company has a 25-year history with hundreds of prior projects available to view. The success of our home renovations, including the Lester basement remodel in Milton, GA, derives from the seamless coordination among our experienced office team, dedicated on-site field team, and extensively vetted subcontractor partners.
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