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 ...

Designing a basement isn't just about the wow-factor. First steps are the key design essentials to create a space that's warm ...

Basement's are usually defined by low ceilings and a lack of natural light, so carefully considering your basement ceiling ideas is vital for a welcoming, comfortable and of course, stylish design.

Lloyd Alter is Design Editor for Treehugger and teaches Sustainable Design at Ryerson University in Toronto. Alternating tread stairs are terrific for saving space; you only put one foot on a tread at ...