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Following the successful first phase of their Elizabeth Grove renovation, the clients returned to NESS to continue transforming their home.
The goal was to turn an underused lower level into a destination of its own—a comfortable, highly functional space for relaxing, entertaining, exercising, and spending time together as a family.
The clients wanted the basement to feel distinctly different from the rest of the house, with a warm, inviting, and slightly moody identity inspired by the atmosphere of a classic Irish pub.
Their vision included comfortable gathering and television areas, a dedicated bar, improved storage, an upgraded laundry area, and a place for exercise. Existing furniture, personal artwork, and meaningful family pieces also needed to feel at home within the new design.
During demolition, a previously concealed gas pipe was exposed and needed to be incorporated without becoming a visual distraction. An unexpected concrete wall also had to remain to prevent construction delays, requiring changes to the planned layout and surrounding built-ins.
The basement also needed to accommodate entertainment, television viewing, storage, laundry, exercise, and family gathering without feeling crowded or fragmented.
The existing stone fireplace became a natural anchor for the space, while layered materials, custom details, and personal artwork created a collected interior with depth and character.
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